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Retired Astronaut Eileen Collins ‘Touches Down’ in Enid for Book Signing

Monday, May 13 by Michael Soucek

Retired NASA Astronaut Col. Eileen Collins will be holding a book signing event at Putnam Six Bookstore on Wednesday, May 15 from 5-7 p.m. The event will feature her signing copies of her memoir "Through The Glass Ceiling To The Stars." Collins served on the astronaut... Read More.

Enid Gem & Mineral Society Rock Swap Set for May 11

Friday, May 10 by Michael Soucek

The Enid Gem & Mineral Society will have its annual Rock Swap and Sell featuring rock and gem booths. This shopping venue will feature booths with shopping for gems, ammonites, fossils, rocks, jewelry beads, and more! Whether you're buying some for your garden or your... Read More.

National Veterans Flagpoles United Presents 2nd Annual Vet Fest

Friday, May 10 by Michael Soucek

The not-for-profit organization NVFU is preparing for its 2nd annual Vet Fest; a free local gathering with a lot of American spirit! Vet Fest will take place on Saturday, May 18, in downtown Garber from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. NVFU and the Garber community have prepared... Read More.

Garfield County Judge Lovell Indicted for Alleged Drive-By Shooting

Friday, May 10 by Michael Soucek

Multi-County Grand Jury indicted associate district judge Brian Lovell on charges relating to a drive-by shooting that occurred in February 2023. Lovell allegedly fired a gun at his brother-in-law's residence in Bison, Oklahoma on Feb. 12, 2023. Two days later, Lovell claimed his gun was... Read More.

Waterline Installations Set for Early May in Enid

Thursday, May 9 by Michael Soucek

The City of Enid is undergoing waterline installations and tie-ins for the majority of May. These installations will prompt extended road closures for the following streets: West Moore Ave. will undergo a road closure from May 6-13 It will span between South Monroe St... Read More.

Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center Releases New Exhibit

Wednesday, May 8 by Michael Soucek

The Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center has opened its new exhibit: From Our Hands. From Our Hands features artwork from four talented Oklahoma Native American artists: Paladine Roye (Ponca), Burgess Roye (Ponca), Penny Coates (Citizen Potawatomi Nation), and Amber DuBoise-Shepherd (Navajo/Prairie Band Potawatomi/Sac and Fox.) This... Read More.

AMBUCS Big Hat Golf Tournament Set for May 10

Tuesday, May 7 by Michael Soucek

The AMBUCS Big Hat Golf Tournament is coming to Enid on Friday, May 10. The event will take place at Pheasant Run Golf Course with the tee off being at 1 p.m. Lunch will be provided before the competition starts. Cash prizes will go to... Read More.

Fatality Collision in Woodward County Leaves One Dead

Tuesday, May 7 by Michael Soucek

Michael E. Nix, 53, was pronounced dead in a fatality collision on Friday, May 3. Nix was heading southbound on OK-34 in his 2006 Ford Mustang when he departed the roadway. The vehicle rolled twice, ejecting Nix on the first roll, who was pronounced deceased... Read More.

City of Enid Mayor and Board of Commissioners Study Session and Regular Meeting: May 7, 2024

Tuesday, May 7 by Colby Talley

The City of Enid Mayor and Board of Commissioners study session and regular meeting are both set to take place at the Dr. Martin Luther King Municipal Complex. The study session is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. while the regular meeting will start later... Read More.

Night of Storms Leads to Damage Reports Across Northwest Oklahoma

Tuesday, May 7 by Colby Talley

Following a night of heavy storms - including several tornados - across the state of Oklahoma, counties and towns across the northwestern portion of the state have reported extensive damages. Garfield County Emergency Management has reported downed trees and several vehicles that have hydroplaned into... Read More.

Retired Enlisted Association to Host 1st Annual Shooting Tournament

Tuesday, May 7 by Michael Soucek

The Retired Enlisted Association is hosting its 1st Annual Shooting Tournament. The event will be at noon on Friday, May 24 at 3927 South 150th Fairmont. Look for the yellow sign on the corner of 5150 and 412. Please bring your chair as there will be... Read More.

Major Overnight Water Plant Tie-In Scheduled for May 7

Monday, May 6 by Michael Soucek

The City of Enid will perform a major overnight water plant tie-in, which will be accompanied by a water system shutdown. The outage is expected to last from 11 p.m.-3 a.m. on May 7 and will affect most residents and businesses throughout Enid. The tie-in is... Read More.