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Thursday, July 31st, 2025

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Good morning, Stillwater. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Block 34 held its grand opening and dedication Saturday night in downtown Stillwater, fulfilling plans first set in motion in 2016 — a milestone that adds new life to the area. A heat advisory remains in effect from noon today to 8 p.m. CDT as temperatures reach a heat index of 102 to 107, and residents are urged to drink fluids and stay in cool places.  Stillwater News Press

CRIME NEWS

  • At 1:14 a.m. on July 28, Stillwater police responded to shots fired on the 200 block of W. Elm Avenue that left Vanessa Henry (38) and Andrew Rice (35) dead and Carman Murphy (34) injured + suspect Theodore DeMarrio McCloud fired at officers before being arrested, and the case remains under active investigation.  1600 KUSH-AM
  • A 32-year-old ex-convict from Cushing was given five concurrent 15-year prison terms for multiple property crimes committed while on parole – his girlfriend also pleaded guilty to similar charges and awaits further sentencing.  Stillwater News Network

SPORTS NEWS

  • OSU football will begin fall camp after a 3-9 season last year and is making many changes, including a quarterback battle between Hauss Hejny and Zane Flores and new coaches Cooper Bassett, Andrew Mitchell, and Todd Grantham—fans in Stillwater hope the Cowboys will improve both offense and defense for the 2025 season.  The O'Colly

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Pearls on the Prairie Fundraiser

    2:30-4 p.m. — Round House Bakery — Support a great cause — Enjoy delightful refreshments and learn about the impact of Girl Scouts in the community.

    Sat, 8/9/25

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  • All About Horses with Turning Point Ranch

    3-5:30 p.m. — Turning Point Ranch — Free entry — Discover horse care practices through hands-on activities with expert ranchers and enjoy interactions with horses.

    Tue, 8/12/25

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  • Matt Ferrell Comedy Night

    9-11:59 p.m. — Bad Brad's Bar-B-Q — $15 presale, $20 at the door — Enjoy laughter with Oklahoma's Matt Ferrell and delicious BBQ.

    Sat, 8/30/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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