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🌱 Cigarettes @ Sunset brings Appalachian rock to Stillwater this week

Stillwater, Oklahoma Patch AM: a 5 min read

Good morning Stillwater! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Cigarettes @ Sunset brings Appalachian rock to Stillwater this week
  • What's behind USA Rare Earth's promises for Stillwater?
  • Remembering Randy Chrisler, cattleman and father of a Stillwater resident

Also on today's calendar: Putting the A in STEAM: Nature-Inspired Learning with Project WILD & PLT and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What are the two sides of a circle? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 72 and low of 42 degrees.
  • Thursday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 69, low: 35.
  • Friday: Sunny and cooler, with a high of 59 and low of 35 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Cigarettes @ Sunset Announce 2027 U.S. Headline Tour (musicexistence.com) — Cigarettes @ Sunset lists a Stillwater show this week as the North Carolina band continues its current headline tour. The announcement does not specify the local venue or date. Known for blending Americana, indie rock and Appalachian folk, the group has also announced a separate 2027 tour beginning in February.
   

2. USA Rare Earth's American Supply Chain Runs Through Four Countries (theokpost.com) — USA Rare Earth's Stillwater magnet plant has made its first sales, but customer orders remain limited as the company builds an international supply chain. The facility employed more than 100 people this spring, according to the company, and an Oklahoma agreement requires investment, staffing commitments and advanced development by June 2027.
   

3. Randall Lee Chrisler (poncacitynews.com) — Randall Lee “Randy” Chrisler of Shidler is remembered for a life spent raising cattle, riding horses and helping neighbors. His survivors include son Cody Chrisler and daughter-in-law Jayden of Stillwater. Services are scheduled for November 15 in Winfield, Kansas, and November 29 in Ponca City.
   

4. OSU's vision for Tulsa higher education could reshape TCC — and its $60 million in tax revenue (tulsaflyer.org) — OSU President Jim Hess wants to bring OSU-Tulsa and Tulsa Community College under shared governance, arguing it would simplify the path to a bachelor's degree. TCC's president warns the proposal could threaten workforce programs and nearly $60 million in local property tax funding. Hess says he would not force an agreement.
   

5. Ponca City company in process to acquire Williams Broadcasting (enidnews.com) — Team Radio Marketing Group, which serves Stillwater and other northern Oklahoma markets, plans to acquire three Enid radio stations from Williams Broadcasting. The deal awaits FCC approval as owner Kyle Williams prepares to leave broadcasting after 32 years, citing retirement considerations and no family succession plan for the stations.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • A little love can make a big difference.
    I recently took in these two sweet little cats, and seeing them safe and comfortable makes me so happy. Every animal deserves a loving home and… (Nextdoor Crosswinds/Pecan Hill)
  • Good morning, neighbors!
    Starting the day with beautiful flowers and a little morning sunshine. Sometimes, the simplest moments bring the most happiness. Wishing everyone a… (Nextdoor Crosswinds/Pecan Hill)
  • Domino's Pizza posted a job opening for Pizza Maker(06460) - 1524 N Boomer Rd in Stillwater. Apply here.
  • Optimum Communications, Inc. - Altice USA posted a job opening for Retail Sales Consultant in Stillwater. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Stillwater here.

Ok Stillwater! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What are the two sides of a circle?" — The inside and the outside ! (Thank you James M. for sending it in!)
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