Cushing Citizen

06/19/2024

IMPORTANT! These are unofficial, unverified state election voting results for June 18 as of 9:44 p.m.

06/19/2024

IMPORTANT! These are unofficial, unverified voting results for June 18 in Payne County only as of 9:19 p.m.

06/18/2024

TODAY (JUNE 18) IS ELECTION DAY! REMEMBER TO VOTE!
Polls close at 7 p.m.

06/18/2024

06/18/2024

It's Election Day!
OKSEB PRESS RELEASE: It's Election Day for voters across the state! Voters head to the polls for the June 18 Primary Election. The polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Voters are reminded that Oklahoma has modified closed primaries, so not every voter in every precinct will have an election. In order to vote in party's primary election, you must be a registered voter of that party. However, state law provides all recognized parties the opportunity to open its primary elections to Independents. For the 2024-2025 election years, the Democratic Party has opened its primaries to registered Independents. The Republican and Libertarian parties have chosen to keep their primaries closed. Independent voters wishing to vote a Democratic ballot should let the poll worker know when they check in at their polling place. More information about primary elections is available on the State Election Board website.
As a reminder, there are local elections on the ballot in some precincts. All voters, regardless of party affiliation, may participate in nonpartisan elections.
Voters can find their polling place and confirm their eligibility with the OK Voter Portal. (Voters who have a sample ballot available in the OK Voter Portal have an election.) The election list is available on the State Election Board website.
Proof of identity is required when you check in at your polling place. More information on proof of identity and a list of accepted identification is available on the State Election Board website. Those without a valid ID may request to vote a provisional ballot.
Some voters may need assistance to vote because they are blind or visually disabled, physically disabled or infirmed, or illiterate. Such individuals may request to have an assistant or vote privately and independently using the ATI device attached to the voting device. Those who require assistance should talk to their precinct official or contact their County Election Board directly for instructions.
Voters with questions should contact their County Election Board or the State Election Board at (405) 521-2391 or [email protected].

06/17/2024

Nominations end Friday!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BestOf2024

06/16/2024

Happy Father's Day to all the great dads out there! Share unforgettable moments with your father down in the comments!
https://www.holidayscalendar.com/event/fathers-day/

06/14/2024

06/14/2024

Today (June 14) is Flag Day. Our flag flies as a symbol of unity, a promise of liberty, and a reminder that freedom isn't always free. American Legion Post 108, Cushing, Ok will be hosting a flag retirement ceremony at 6pm tonight just south of Highway 33 on Highway 99 on the west side. The entry will be marked with a sign and flag display.
https://www.holidayscalendar.com/event/flag-day-united-states/

06/12/2024

NOW OPEN: Cushing Marketplace! Available to Cushing and surrounding areas. More details in an upcoming edition of the Cushing Citizen.

06/12/2024

PRESS RELEASE: Early Voting Begins Thursday for the June 18 Primary Election
(Oklahoma City) – Early voting for the June 18 Primary Election begins Thursday at 8 a.m. for voters across the state. Early voting, officially known as in-person absentee voting, will be held Thursday, June 13 and Friday, June 14 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, June 15 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. A list of early voting locations is available on the State Election Board website. Voters must vote in the county where they are registered to vote.

CLOSED PRIMARIES
Voters are reminded that Oklahoma has modified, closed primaries. Not every voter in every precinct will have an election in June.
In order to participate in a party’s primary election, you must be a registered voter of that party – unless the party chooses to open its primaries to Independents (unaffiliated voters). There are three recognized political parties in Oklahoma: Republican, Democratic, and Libertarian.
For the 2024-2025 election years, the Democratic Party has chosen to open its primaries to Independent voters. The Republican and Libertarian parties have chosen to keep their primaries closed.
Independent voters who wish to participate in the Democratic Primary, must request a Democratic Primary ballot from election workers. Independent voters may not vote a Republican Primary ballot or Libertarian Primary ballot.

HOW PRIMARIES WORK
A primary election is held if more than one candidate from the same recognized political party files for a single office. Candidates who receive the majority of the votes cast for their office in their respective party’s primary election will advance to the general election on November 5. If more than two candidates file, and no candidate receives a majority of the votes, the two candidates receiving the highest number of votes will advance to the runoff primary election on August 27.
If candidates from only one recognized political party file for an office, the elected official will be chosen during the primary election or runoff primary election. (Primary election laws apply.) A general election will not be held.

NONPARTISAN ELECTIONS
Some voters may have nonpartisan elections on the ballot. All voters, regardless of party affiliation, may participate in nonpartisan elections. Voters should be sure to check the OK Voter Portal or the election list for nonpartisan elections and/or propositions in their precinct. (Voters do not have to participate in a primary election in order to vote a nonpartisan ballot.) A link to the OK Voter Portal and the election list are available on the State Election Board website.
Voters with questions should contact their County Election Board or the State Election Board at (405) 521-2391 or [email protected] for more information.

URL GUIDE: Early Voting Locations: https://hosting.okelections.us/earlyvote.html Primary Election: https://oklahoma.gov/elections/elections-results/primary-and-runoff-primary-elections.html
General Election: https://oklahoma.gov/elections/elections-results/general-elections.html
Runoff Primary Election: https://oklahoma.gov/elections/elections-results/primary-and-runoff-primary-elections.html
Oklahoma Voter Portal: https://oklahoma.gov/elections/ovp.html
Election List: https://hosting.okelections.us/electionlist.html
County Election Board: https://oklahoma.gov/elections/about-us/county-election-boards.html
State Election Board: https://oklahoma.gov/elections/about-us/contact-us.html

06/11/2024

June 11 is National Making Life Beautiful Day! We love seeing the wonderment of children in our community. What makes your life beautiful? Show us in the comments! Photo by Allie Prater
https://www.holidayscalendar.com/event/national-making-life-beautiful-day/

06/08/2024

Today (June 8) is Best Friends Day! Show us how you and your bestie are celebrating in the comments!
https://www.holidayscalendar.com/event/best-friends-day/

06/06/2024

GREAT NEWS!! All students enrolled in Agra Public Schools will receive free meals for the 2024-2025 school year.
Please see the elementary supply list below:

06/06/2024

PRESS RELEASE: The Oklahoma Parental Choice Tax Credit program has reached the $150 million limit for authorized credits in tax year 2024. Future updates regarding the program will made available in the coming months. Please visit www.parentalchoice.ok.gov for the latest program information.

06/04/2024

Absentee Ballot Request Deadline
Today (June 3) is the deadline for absentee ballot request for the June 18 primary elections. Absentee ballot request must be made by 5 p.m.Any registered voter in the state may request an absentee ballot without reason. Special conditions may be granted to those who qualify.
State law requires certain voters to confirm their address before submitting a request for absentee ballots. If you are an inactive voter, OR have been identified by the National Change of Address as having moved, OR have an invalid address for mailing by the United States Postal Service (USPS), OR have had a Voter ID card returned as undeliverable, you will need to complete a Confirm Address for Absentee Ballot form and submit it with your absentee ballot request.
There are several types of absentee ballots – each with specific instructions for requesting a ballot and returning a ballot. Go to https://oklahoma.gov/elections/voters/absentee-voting.html for more information on how to request and return an absentee ballot. Regardless of the type of absentee ballot you request or how you vote, Oklahoma law requires proof of identity.
Absentee voting is a secure and convenient way to exercise your right to vote.
Voted ballots must be received by the County Election Board no later than 7:00 p.m. on election night.

05/27/2024

https://www.holidayscalendar.com/event/memorial-day/

05/24/2024

OSDH Shares Health and Safety Tips for Swimming Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
OKLAHOMA CITY - Drowning is the leading cause of death among children ages 1 - 4 years in Oklahoma, according to OSDH vital record data, with most occurring from May to August.

Drowning is silent and can take place in less than two inches of water, which is why, most often, people aren’t aware someone is drowning until it is too late. Below are some tips for remaining water aware and how to prevent drownings.

Always provide close, constant and undistracted supervision when children are in or near water.
Adults should be within arm's reach of young children and actively watch them without distractions such as phones or reading materials.
Ensure children and adults learn to swim and understand basic water safety, such as floating, treading water, and safe water entry and exit.
Install four-sided isolation fencing with self-closing and self-latching gates around pools to help prevent children from getting in a backyard pool unsupervised.
Fences should follow the Rule of 4: all 4 sides of the pool, at least 4 feet high, with gaps smaller than 4 inches.
Know how to recognize and respond to a swimmer in distress and maintain certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to provide immediate assistance in emergencies.
Teach children basic swimming and water safety skills to reduce the risk of drowning.
Children who have had swimming lessons still need close and constant supervision when in or around water.
Water can also be associated with swimming-related illnesses. It is important to follow these recommendations to stay healthy while enjoying water activities.

Shower before entering a pool to keep chlorine levels up to kill germs in the water.
Do not enter pools, hot tubs, or splash pads if you currently or have recently had diarrhea.
Take a break every hour to use the bathroom and check diapers if you are swimming with kids.
Don’t swallow the water.
Before visiting lakes, oceans, or other bodies of water, check for and follow swimming, fishing, and shellfish advisories.
If the water looks or smells bad, stay out and keep kids, pets and livestock away.
If you think you see an algal bloom at a public lake or any other public recreational area, notify the lake manager immediately.
For more information on healthy and safe swimming, visit Healthy and Safe Swimming Week Campaign | Healthy Swimming | CDC.

The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) protects and improves public health through its system of local health services and strategies focused on preventing disease. OSDH provides technical support and guidance to 68 county health departments in Oklahoma, as well as guidance and consultation to the two independent city-county health departments in Oklahoma City and Tulsa. Learn more at Oklahoma.gov/health.

05/23/2024

American Legion Post 108, Cushing, Ok will have a Memorial presentation on Monday, May 27, Memorial Day, 10 a.m. at the Fairlawn-New Zion Cemetery, North of the city.
Cemetery workers will be available to take donations on Friday, May 24, 1pm-6pm; Saturday, May 25, 9am-5pm; Sunday, May 26, 1pm-5pm; and Monday, May 27, 9am-4pm. Donations can also be mailed to Cushing Fairlawn-New Zion Cemetery Association, PO Box 1501, Cushing, OK 74023.
Floral arrangements, decor, etc. placed on the ground, will be removed after after 10-days. Please do not place items that are breakable that could cause harm to our workers and visitors.
Gary and Karla Fuqua, Cushing Fairlawn-New Zion Cemetery Association, Board President and Board Secretary said - "Thank you for your continued support and care of the Cushing Fairlawn-New Zion Cemetery."
Contact them at 417-230-9162 if further details are needed.

05/23/2024

Come out of your shell and tell us what your favorite thing about turtles is!
https://www.holidayscalendar.com/event/world-turtle-day/

05/22/2024

Cushing Alumnus are you ready for this weekend?

05/17/2024

2024 Grad Tab is available now in the May 15 edition of the Cushing Citizen...Couldn't get your hands on a copy? No worries just give us a call at 918-285-5555!

05/15/2024

UPDATE: CALEB HAS BEEN LOCATED AND IS SAFE.

Caleb Fisher
Age 13 / 5'0" / 100 lbs / Blue eyes / Blonde hair
Caleb was last seen about 4 pm the afternoon of Monday 29 APR 2024 at his home near East McElroy & North Clay roads in Glencoe, OK. He was wearing a black hoodie with orange printing and blue jeans.
He was also carrying a blue backpack. If you see Caleb call 911. If you have seen him or have any information regarding his whereabouts please contact the Payne County Sheriffs Office at 405-372-4522

05/07/2024

OG&E is currently reporting nearly 26,000 customers in Oklahoma affected by problems with their power ranging from outages to downed lines including those in Payne and Creek counties.