The Stillwegian

09/25/2025

Myers Park is getting new playground gear, expected to open next week after passing safety inspections.

The previous playground equipment was removed in October 2024 due to safety concerns over torn turf and age.

In January the received a $17,500 grant from to fund the new playground equipment.

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09/25/2025

🎓 Senior Night is tonight! The Lady Pioneers host Moore at 6 p.m. as six seniors are honored in their final home match of the season.

Earlier this week, Stillwater battled Edmond North in the annual PINK OUT game, with players, fans, and the gym decked out in pink to raise awareness for breast cancer. The Lady Pioneers fell in three sets (25-17, 30-28, 25-19), despite a big night from sophomore Sloane Rattay with 23 kills. Freshman Lydia Matlock added 2 kills, 2 aces, and 4 blocks, while senior libero Taylor Rattay anchored the defense with 22 digs.

📸 See more from the PINK OUT matchup in today's story, which is free to read with an email address.

Lady Pioneers return home Thursday to honor six seniors in final home match of the season

09/25/2025

💗 The annual PINK OUT filled the gym with energy and purpose as the Lady Pioneers took the court in support of breast cancer awareness. Stillwater battled hard but fell to Edmond North in three sets (25-17, 30-28, 25-19).

Next up ➡️ Senior Night Thursday at 6 PM vs. Moore where six seniors will be honored in their final home match! 🏐💛💙

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09/22/2025

Bank of Oklahoma is purchasing the Campus Corner property that houses Marble Slab Creamery, but there's a condition: Stillwater must get its $125,000 public investment back first. The building was remodeled in 2021 with city financing - now that money comes back 12 years early as the ice cream shop makes way for a bank branch.

SEDA requires $125,000 repayment before approving sale of Knoblock Street building that will become bank branch instead of retail space.

09/22/2025

No more wondering if it's just your house when the lights go out or your water pressure drops. Stillwater just made a major investment to change how you'll find out about power and water outages. Here's what's coming and when you can expect it.

The Stillwater Utilities Authority approved a contract to replace its 13-year-old system with technology that provides automatic text and email alerts to both electric and water customers.

09/19/2025

💪🧱Lydia Matlock and Nyla Patterson led a tough defensive effort at the net as the Lady Pioneers rolled past Bishop Kelley in straight sets Thursday.

Stillwater shut down the Comets 25-13, 25-11, 25-15 for the sweep 🧹

09/19/2025

The Stillwater City Council approved a rezoning request for townhomes on S. Walnut Street, sparking neighborhood concerns about traffic and proximity to single-family homes. The development will include three units with four bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms, and 15 parking spaces.

Residents near 320 S. Walnut worry about parking, traffic as city approves transition from single-family to higher-density housing

09/19/2025

Mayor Will Joyce delivered the State of the City address at the Stillwater Chamber of Commerce’s annual luncheon, highlighting infrastructure investments, economic development, and community resilience.

Annual Chamber luncheon highlights "Progress Together" theme as Stillwater showcases infrastructure investments, economic development and community resilience

09/19/2025

City approves comprehensive waste management rate increases; officials say changes necessary to address rising costs and maintain service levels

City approves comprehensive waste management rate increases; officials say changes necessary to address rising costs and maintain service levels

09/17/2025

🎓💙💛 A night full of heart and history.

The Lady Pioneers celebrated seniors Callé Cox, Madeline Thomas, and team manager Bonnie Rutherford on Senior Night. Rutherford provided the unforgettable highlight — connecting on the very first pitch she saw and circling the bases for an in-field home run with both teams cheering her on.

Stillwater carried that energy to a 6–2 win over Norman, led by Grace Tonga’s complete game in the circle and steady offense at the plate.

📸 See the game photo gallery here: https://thestillwegianlightbox.photodeck.com/-/galleries/softball/varisty-vs-norman-senior-night

👉 Read the full story here: https://www.thestillwegian.news/seniors-shine-in-stillwater-softballs-special-night/

From Rutherford’s unforgettable home run to Cox and Thomas’s farewell, the Lady Pioneers marked Senior Night with a 6–2 win over Norman

09/17/2025

💙💛 A night to remember.

Stillwater honored seniors Callé Cox, Madeline Thomas, and team manager Bonnie Rutherford on Senior Night. From Callé’s four years as a starter, to Madeline’s steady presence since her sophomore season, to Bonnie’s unforgettable in-field home run moment — these three left their mark on the Lady Pioneer program.

The team capped the celebration with a 6–2 win over Norman. 🥎✨

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09/11/2025

The Lady Pioneers earned their biggest win of the season Tuesday, taking down top-ranked Norman on the road in four sets.

Lillian Jeffery surpassed 600 career assists, Taylor Rattay moved within three digs of 700, and Sloane Rattay led the attack with 13 kills.

📅 Next up: Stillwater (5-8) hosts Norman North (2-9) TONIGHT — 9th at 4 p.m., JV at 5 p.m., Varsity at 6 p.m.

👉 Full story + stats inside

Lady Pioneers ride Jeffery’s 7 aces and Rattay’s defense in four-set upset