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Friday, May 23rd, 2025

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Good morning, Stillwater. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Walk with a Wildcat sponsor Sarah Roberts said that generous parent and community sponsorships enabled all 350 elementary students to receive a T-shirt and join the color-run, making this the most successful fundraiser ever.  Stillwater News Press
  • Pepper's Dance Group has been a community staple for decades and will offer dance classes this summer — continuing its long tradition in Stillwater.  The O'Colly
  • Dirty Rooster Saloon will host dance classes from Pepper’s Dance Group every Thursday night.  The O'Colly

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Local business Chris' University Spirit was directly affected by major jersey-selling tactics on May 22 — the report outlines how these tactics have disrupted its normal operations.  The O'Colly

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Supreme Court voted 4—4 on Thursday to end taxpayer-funded approval for St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School after an Oklahoma court overturned a charter school board vote, leaving the school's future unresolved nationally.  Stillwater News Press

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • On May 22nd, the Supreme Court returned a case on funding a Catholic charter school after a 4—4 tie sent the matter back to a lower court that dismissed the state charter school board's approval. Opponents argued that using public funds for religious purposes violates a law approved by voters.  Stillwater News Press

HEALTH NEWS

  • The American Red Cross has scheduled blood drives in Pawnee and Payne Counties to boost the blood supply ahead of summer. The drives will support emergency care as travel and outdoor activities increase — donors are urged to book appointments.  Stillwater News Press

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Ollie's Grand Opening Celebration

    9 a.m. — Big Lots — Special discounts available — Celebrate the grand opening of Ollie's with amazing savings on brand-name products.

    Wed, 5/28/25

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  • 2025 National Wrestling Hall of Fame Honors Weekend

    June 6-7 — National Wrestling Hall of Fame & Museum — Details to be announced — Celebrate the induction of wrestling legends and the sport's rich history with enthusiasts and supporters.

    Fri, 6/6/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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