|
Subscribe | Get featured
Hello Stillwater! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning.
In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Tight cattle supplies and high prices, gold and silver’s hot streak, and The Music Man + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
|
📰 In the news
Shifting cattle market dynamics: At a Central Oklahoma Beef Conference, Extension specialist Derrell Peel said 2026 will bring tight cattle supplies and high prices. The U.S. herd is 86.2 million, the smallest since 1961 — get the full market outlook.
Value-add approach in play: Stillwater’s Lakeview Pointe Shopping Center was sold in a $22.5 million deal, with anchors Best Buy and Belk expected to stay put as the new owner eyes leasing and upgrades — see what’s planned next.
Inside a university nursing program: On Feb. 24, Living Oklahoma spotlighted Langston University’s School of Nursing and Health Professions, as Dean Dr. Teressa Hunter discussed training future healthcare workers close to home — learn more about the program.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
|
🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache.
From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.
As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.
|
🫶 We got your back
Small plates, big win: For a chill night that still feels a little celebratory, Zannotti’s Wine Bar pairs shareable bites (Duck Nachos! Lobster Cargot!) with a legit, unfussy wine list. Perfect for catching up, lingering, and remembering Tuesdays can be fun.
Weekend trails calling? From impromptu Lake McMurtry hikes to big trip prep, Stillwater Summit Co.has been locally owned since 2003 and outfits you with trail-ready apparel, packs, and gadgets that pull their weight, and they’ll special-order from their brand lineup when you need something specific.
Classic movie night vibes: The Dunkin Theatre brings restored-1926 charm to downtown Cushing with movies and the occasional live show. Godofredo’s Pizzeria & Tap Room sits next door for easy pre- or post-show bites. Low-key, cozy, and local… the kind of spot you’ll be glad you remembered.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
|
📆 Fun for the whole fam
Have an event to share? BaseLocal Verified Businesses can submit them for free! Learn more about how to submit an event here →
All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🧘 Spring Into StillWonder @ Stonecloud Brewing Stillwater | Thursday (3/5) at 4:00 PM – Stonecloud Stillwater is hosting Spring Into StillWonder on second Thursdays, serving up kid-friendly botany, bugs, and hands-on messes, paired with something cold for the grown-ups. It’s quality family time that doesn’t feel like a chore, and yes, curiosity counts as cardio.
🏺 Hand Building Pottery Class for Homeschoolers @ StillyArts | Friday (3/6) at 2:00 PM – Got a homeschooler 8 or up who needs a legit art credit? This pottery class covers hand-building and wheel-throwing, tools, and techniques, with pinch pots, bowls, and more. You get four sessions for $100, including 10 pounds of clay, and a quieter house.
💉 Vaccine Clinic @ Benchmark Animal Hospital | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 AM – Perkins pet parents, swing by Benchmark Animal Hospital for a quick vaccine clinic. It’s $25 per dog and $10 per cat, rabies included for kitties, 175 dog doses and 50 cat spots, cash only, so bring exact bills, sign up in the comments.
🕵 Harriet the Spy’s Ninja Obstacle Course @ Block 34 | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – Stillwater Martial Arts is turning Block 34 into a Harriet the Spy inspired ninja obstacle course for curious, wiggly, fearless kids. Let them run, jump, and tumble while you play chaperone, consider it cardio by proxy, then register before spots vanish: https://forms.gle/iYHDNWVsc4ecDou36
🐱 Kitten Shower @ Stillwater Armory | Sunday (3/8) at 2:00 PM – Kitten season is creeping in, and Tiny Paws is throwing a sweet little shower with a bake sale, refreshments, and a silent auction. Bring litter, paper towels, gift cards, baby food, bleach, and heating pads, because kittens are adorable, their messes less so.
💻 S.T.E.A.M. Tuesdays: Technology @ City of Perkins Public Library | Tuesday (3/10) at 3:45 PM – If your kid or grandkid thinks ‘screen time’ is a personality, steer them to the tech-themed S.T.E.A.M. Tuesday, the second Tuesday. All ages, hands-on, and fun, we play to learn with gadgets, coding, and tinkering. Kids under nine need a grownup.
🎺 The Music Man @ McKnight Center | Tuesday (3/10) at 7:30 PM – Whether you can still hum Seventy-Six Trombones, or you remember Ya Got Trouble, this River City romp brings fast talk, small-town gossip, and a con man who cannot tell a trombone from a treble clef, until a sharp librarian steals his heart. Bring every generation.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
|
🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
|
📻 Stillwater report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 58°F – Low: 45°F – Precip: 54%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 58. North northwest wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of rain showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 45. North northeast wind around 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
—
Tomorrow – High: 74°F – Low: 61°F – Precip: 23%
A slight chance of rain showers before noon, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 74. Southeast wind 2 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
This house is wild
Set on over an acre in a gorgeous neighborhood with private lake access, this 4-bed, 3-bath home blends character with smartly curated updates. Renovated baths include a primary with heated floors, and new flooring elevates the staircase and entire second level. Fresh interior paint, smart fixtures, and thoughtful upgrades deliver space, style, and easy living.
Take a peek inside →
|
 |
Thanks for reading! If you know someone who’d love BaseLocal, send ’em here so they can sign up too 🙂
|
|
|
|
