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The SWOSU Athletic Auction held Saturday, August 9, was also the stage for a special recognition.

A California man is facing a felony drug trafficking charge after troopers reported finding more than 55 pounds of marijuana during a traffic stop in Custer County.

Beckham County Sheriff Derek Manning says the county’s detention center has achieved a rare distinction: back-to-back perfect inspection scores.

An Erick man is facing charges after allegedly leading law enforcement on a high-speed motorcycle pursuit through Elk City earlier this month.

A 31-year-old Sayre man has been charged after authorities say he was found with a 15-year-old girl inside an abandoned trailer in Beckham County.

A 19-year-old Georgia man was killed early Sunday morning in a single-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 283, just north of State Highway 33, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.

A 17-year-old Elk City High School student was killed and another teen seriously injured Saturday afternoon in a one-vehicle crash northwest of town, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.

The SWOSU Foundation, Inc. is pleased to announce that MA+ Architecture will once again serve as the Official Sponsor of the Charitable Hunt, scheduled for Friday, September 12.

The Department of Nursing at SWOSU in Weatherford will begin accepting applications for the Traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing program on September 1.

Erick is about to turn purple again.

A Clinton man was hospitalized after a single-vehicle crash early Friday morning in Roger Mills County.

The Office of Public Relations & Marketing at SWOSU received five awards from the Oklahoma College Public Relations Association during its annual summer conference.

A Weatherford woman was injured Monday evening in a single-vehicle crash on the eastbound on-ramp to Interstate 40 at mile marker 82.

Great Plains Regional Medical Center (GPRMC) and Elkview General Hospital today announced a partnership that will expand access to specialty health care services in western Oklahoma.

SWOSU and ASAP Energy, Inc. have launched an exciting new philanthropic partnership that will provide valuable financial assistance to the university’s students, faculty, and programs.

The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) program at Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) is celebrating one of the most successful years in its history.

The Beckham County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a recent phone scam where callers pose as law enforcement officers in an effort to steal money and financial information.

Elk City firefighters were called to the 800 block of Standifer Drive around 2 p.m. Thursday after reports of a garage fire.

A 21-year-old Weatherford man died Saturday morning in a single-vehicle crash in Caddo County, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.

Work to revitalize Elk City’s Main Street is moving forward as part of a major $11.5 million infrastructure project that began in early September 2024.

Carson Rutherford's work has him looking to the skies.

Voters in the Canute Public Schools Independent School District have passed both bond propositions aimed at improving facilities and resources for local students.

Clinton Middle School students were evacuated Tuesday afternoon after a possible fire was reported atop the school’s cafeteria.

The SWOSU Athletic Association is pleased to announce that the 19th Annual SWOSU Athletic Auction & Benefit Dinner held August 9 in the Pioneer Event Center raised over $138,000 to support the university’s student-athlete scholarships and athletic recruiting.

A Clinton man is facing felony and misdemeanor charges after allegedly leading deputies on a high-speed chase through residential neighborhoods early on August 3.

On August 31, 2025, communities across the globe will unite to remember those who have lost their lives or suffered permanent injury due to drug overdose.

An 81-year-old Weatherford woman died Thursday afternoon following a crash in Custer County.

SWODA announces a partnership with Sayre Public Schools to enhance emergency preparedness and student safety through the distribution of NARCAN.

Elk City’s biggest tradition is back for its 87th year as the Rodeo of Champions thunders into Beutler Bros. Arena August 29–31.

GPRMC has expanded its women’s health services with the addition of Dr. Corey Jacobs, a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist with more than 24 years of experience in comprehensive women’s care.