Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of September.
Good morning, Stillwater.
🏛️ Government
The city of Stillwater named Rachel Bernish as its new assistant city manager and she will begin her role tomorrow overseeing key departments including development, utilities, engineering and codes.
Bernish previously worked in Chickasha where she earned awards for community development and problem solving.
🏥 Health
Serene Lim, a fourth-year doctoral student in the Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology at OSU Center for Health Sciences, is researching how the Fusobacterium bacterium may relate to cancer.
She received the Robberson Dissertation Fellowship earlier this year—providing an $8,000 stipend, a tuition waiver and three credit hours—to support her research until she presents her dissertation in spring 2026.
🏈 Sports
OSU lost 69-3 to Oregon on Sept.
6 — its second largest loss in football history — and several students voiced strong disappointment while some hoped for the injured quarterback's return as the team prepares for Friday's Tulsa game.
🎉 Stillwater Events
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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.
OSU Homecoming: Walkaround
5:30-9 p.m. — ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni Center — Free entry — Celebrate America’s greatest Homecoming tradition with stunning house decorations created by the Greek community.
🏠 Stillwater Real Estate
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📣 Stillwater Announcements
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