Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
Good morning, Stillwater.
Stillwater will host a series of fall events from Oct.
2 to 5 featuring markets, festivals, and theater shows for local residents — bringing the season's spirit to the community. Town & Gown Theatre will begin a three-week run of Legally Blonde, The Musical on Sept. 24 to kick off the fun.
OSU-COM student Amara Dike completed her summer externship with the Robert A.
Winn Clinical Investigator Pathway Program at the University of Arizona Cancer Center in Tucson—she researched access to biomarker-driven clinical trials for patients with prostate and bladder cancer. Her work focused on mapping trial sites to guide future placement and expand the project into other Southwestern states.
The Stillwater Board of Education meeting on Tuesday showed lower enrollment, newly certified language therapists, and new parking for the transportation department—while the superintendent stressed the new 90-day entry process.
On July 24, the Oklahoma 4-H Youth Development program honored its 2025 Outstanding Alumni and State Partner Award winners at the Honors Night Banquet during the 104th State 4-H Roundup in Stillwater — a night that celebrated strong support for youth learning.
The awards recognized people who helped teach life skills and work with youth — continuing a long tradition in 4-H.
Stillwater City Council voted 4-0 to rezone (320 S.
Walnut Street) for three new townhomes with four bedrooms each, and some neighbors near (Greek Row) worry about more traffic and loss of space. Developer James Murray said he spent two years planning the project while Mayor Will Joyce said the move seeks to add housing and protect nearby neighborhoods.
On Thursday night, the Oklahoma State Cowgirls traveled to Commerce, Texas and defeated East Texas A&M 5-1 in game eight of their season, improving to a 4-3-1 record.
They dominated early with four goals in the first 20 minutes — a strong finish to nonconference play.
Celebration of Education Annual Fundraiser
6:00-8:30 p.m. — Sparrow Beginnings — Individual Ticket $100 — Celebrate local educators with dinner and auctions.
Town & Gown Theatre Presents 'Legally Blonde'
7:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. — Town & Gown Community Theatre — $18 adults, $16 students/military/seniors — Celebrate 75 years with the vibrant tale of Elle Woods who defies stereotypes in pursuit of love and success.
Pumpkin and Mum Sale
8 a.m. — The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University — Free entry — Explore the popular Pumpkin and Mum Sale for your seasonal favorites.
Youth Art Sale
All Day — Downtown Stillwater Association — $15 entry fee — Celebrate local young talent at a juried showcase of original youth artwork during Octoberfest.
Kansas State Wildcats at Oklahoma State Cowgirls Women's Soccer
6:00 PM — Neal Patterson Stadium — Free entry — Cheer on the Cowgirls as they take on Kansas State in a thrilling Big 12 matchup.
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