Daily
Stillwater
Friday, August 29th, 2025
Good morning, Stillwater. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Payne County District Attorney’s Office charged Jarrett Christopher Small, 34, with domestic assault and battery by strangulation, firearm possession after a prior felony, and assault against a pregnant woman during a fight near the 2000 block of Jacqueline Terrace. Stillwater News Press
- ➤ The Gamma-Psi chapter of Kappa Sigma was removed from campus after an investigation into alleged hazing and alcohol misuse—its charter was pulled after 105 years and its historic home at 1401 W. University Ave is now leased to Phi Kappa Phi Properties Gamma Upsilon for four years until the chapter can reapply for recolonization. The O'Colly
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ OSU Extension, the Oklahoma Pecan Growers Association and Frazier Pecans will host a free Fall Pecan Field Day on Sept. 25 near Bixby to offer education on tree spacing, soil testing and insect management, and participants must register by Sept. 19 to secure a free lunch provided by Oklahoma AgCredit — key for improving growers' return on investment. OSU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ OSU marketing and communications professionals received more than 70 awards at the OCPRA annual conference this summer—submissions exceeded 600 entries from 23 universities. Megan Horton said the honors recognized excellence in areas like branding, content, and social media, supporting OSU’s mission to attract top talent. OSU
- ➤ Two OSU researchers, Dr. Sri Ramesh and Dr. Ranji Vaidyanathan, have received a National Science Foundation award to launch a Research Experiences for Undergraduates program that will run each summer from 2026 through 2028—offering hands-on research in advanced manufacturing and cybersecurity. The program, which will host ten students, will give participants real-world experience with OSU faculty—building skills for careers in high-tech industries. OSU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Between July 1 and June 30, Oklahomans chose from over 300 specialty license plates and more than 12,000 people picked the In God We Trust plate—surpassing the OSU and OU designs that sold about 11,000 and 8,700 units respectively. OSU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Oklahoma State began its 2025 season with a 27-7 win over UT Martin on Thursday night. Rookie Wendell Gregory earned three sacks + helped the Cowboys set a strong tone as Kalib Hicks and Terrill Davis made key plays. The O'Colly
- ➤ In Boone Pickens Stadium, OSU defeated UT Martin 27-7 after Hejny threw a 41-yard pass to Rigby for a key first down—giving the Cowboys a 14-point cushion before Hejny left with a leg injury. Fans cheered the play and now await updates on his recovery. The O'Colly
-
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.
-
Sam Barber Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Tumbleweed Dancehall & Concert Venue — Ticket info available — Experience an unforgettable night of live music with rising artist Sam Barber.
-
Hugh Jackman Live
6-7:30 p.m. — McKnight Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience an enchanting evening with Hugh Jackman performing hit songs from his most beloved roles.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Never take advice from someone who doesn't have to live with the consequences.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Stillwater
Welcome to the Daily Stillwater, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Stillwater, Oklahoma community. If you like the Daily Stillwater, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Stillwater.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Stillwater and across Oklahoma. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Stillwater
A free Stillwater community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailystillwater.com/sitemap