Saturday, October 5th, 2024
Good morning, Stillwater. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of October.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Stillwater man received two years’ probation and must follow court-ordered conditions after admitting to attacking two medical providers at Grand Mental Health. 1600 KUSH-AM
- ➤ A man with residences in both California and Oklahoma was arrested for possessing 64 pounds of DMT, following an investigation initiated by Homeland Security. 1600 KUSH-AM
- ➤ A Stillwater woman was sentenced to six years in prison for neglecting her three grandchildren in an unhygienic home, alongside other family members facing similar and additional charges. Stillwater News Network
- ➤ A 28-year-old woman in Stillwater, Oklahoma, has been charged with embezzling nearly $18,000 from CSAA Insurance Exchange where she worked remotely. 1600 KUSH-AM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ LexiCon, Stillwater's expansive free comic con event celebrating pop culture, is set to offer an array of activities from Oct. 24 to 26, featuring over 40 vendors, a cosplay contest, and special events like a Tetris tournament and 'Zombie Prom'. Stillwater News Press
- ➤ OSU's 23rd annual Harvest Moon Festival, orchestrated by the Asian American Student Association, showcased Asian cultures through performances, traditional foods, and crafts, emphasizing the importance of cultural unity and appreciation. The O'Colly
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Stillwater City Council unanimously voted to terminate City Manager Kimberly Meek's contract, appointing Brady Moore as interim manager. Stillwater News Press
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Nichole and Nathen Lewis opened a destruction and paint room business called Mental Break in Stillwater to provide a unique entertainment option, featuring areas where people can creatively or physically express themselves by breaking objects or painting. The O'Colly
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ OSU football's history shows resilience and ultimate success following 3-2 season starts under head coach Mike Gundy, highlighting a pattern of overcoming early setbacks. The O'Colly
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Tuesday Gardening Series: Rain Barrels Workshop
Learn how to effectively utilize rain barrels in your landscape from Payne County Master Gardener Randy Freeland.
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Mike Ryan Live Concert at Tumbleweed
Experience a vibrant night of music, dancing, and refreshments with Mike Ryan performing live at Tumbleweed Dancehall.
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Stillwater's Downtown Oktoberfest Celebration
Celebrate Bavarian culture at Stillwater's Oktoberfest with a variety of vendors, food trucks, music, and shopping all conveniently located within walking distance.
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Live Music with Hosty at Stonecloud
Experience an evening of live music with Hosty at Stonecloud Stillwater Patio & Taproom, a popular local venue.
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Wildflowers Conservation Faire: Explore Native Plants and Gardening Techniques
Experience an engaging community event that focuses on late-blooming wildflowers, conservation practices, and hands-on gardening activities for all ages.
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LexiCon 2024: Stillwater's Mini Comic Convention
Experience a vibrant celebration of comic books, anime, gaming, and pop culture at LexiCon 2024, featuring artists, vendors, a cosplay contest, and engaging discussions.
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Downtown Stillwater Halloween Festival
Experience a festive Halloween celebration featuring creative costume contests, trick or treating, games, crafts, and face painting for the whole family.
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Ty Myers Live Performance at Tumbleweed Dancehall
Experience the energetic live performance of Ty Myers at the Tumbleweed Dancehall on Halloween night.
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Pirate-Themed Road Race Series at Boomer Lake Park
Experience a variety of running challenges including 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, and a Half Marathon, complete with themed medals and costume awards at Boomer Lake Park.
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