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Hey Stillwater, hope your week’s off to a good start! AI Medicare review pilot, $1.6 billion rare earths boost, Flatland Cavalry at Calf Fry, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Care approvals under scrutiny: As an AI Medicare review pilot rolls out in six states including Oklahoma, Stillwater patients worry about denials as Humata Health manages requests and companies share savings on denied claims — learn how WISeR works.
Federal infusion targets tech capacity: Stillwater’s USA Rare Earth is poised to help lead U.S. rare earths with a proposed $1.6 billion CHIPS and Science Act boost, strengthening supply chains for chips and more — see how funds will be used.
A legacy in athletic care: Dr. Val Gene Iven, Oklahoma State’s head team physician since 2007, has announced his retirement, capping a 32-year career guiding Cowboys and Cowgirls through championships and Olympic journeys in Stillwater — read his career highlights.
Unanimous council vote follows complaints: Earlier this month, Stillwater declared Remington Ranch Apartments a public nuisance and authorized legal action over months without hot water. Owner Vesta Realty also owes city $200,000 in utility bills — read the full story.
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 precious metals are 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 per 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.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
*We do our best to avoid paywalled articles. If any slip through, let me know which ones and I’ll permanently remove them from our source list!
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🫶 We got your back
Band celebrates ten years: Flatland Cavalry was announced as a headlining act for the 34th Annual Calf Fry at Tumbleweed Outdoor Arena in Stillwater, running April 30 through May 2. Early Bird pricing is available now for General Admission, VIP, Ultra VIP, cabanas, and RV spots. Get all the event details.
This year’s standout scholars: OSU Alumni Association has named 23 students as Outstanding Seniors for 2025-26, honoring academic excellence, leadership, and campus involvement. The honorees will be celebrated at a private reception at the ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni Center in Stillwater. Read the full story.
Treasure hunt, but local: At Karman Korner Resale Store, donated finds turn into feel-good scores… designer surprises, quirky home goods, and that conversation piece you didn’t know you needed. It’s volunteer-run and community-minded, so a closet clean-out or quick browse helps neighbors while refreshing your style.
Sugar fix, handled: From-scratch cake pops, seasonal specials, and pies by the slice meet cravings you didn’t know you had. Stillwater Sweets Bakery keeps it cozy with delivery inside city limits, so dessert finds you while you settle in and savor.
What do people see when they search your name? Search results can surface past mistakes or outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. BetterReputation helps remove and clean up unwanted content so your online presence matches your real life today. Not worried about yourself? Doesn’t hurt to mention it to family or friends who might be.
Take control of your credit card debt: High interest can keep you stuck paying more than you need to. A balance transfer card with 0% intro APR until 2027 and no annual fee gives you time to pay down what you owe without interest working against you. By transferring your balance, more of your payment goes toward the principal so you can actually make a dent in what you owe.
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📆 Around town this week
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This week
🥪 HP PTA Fundraiser Night @ Red Rock Bakery & Deli | Tuesday (2/24) at 4:30 PM – At Red Rock Bakery & Deli, every in-person, take-out, or drive-thru order kicks 15% to the HP PTA, so your turkey on sourdough suddenly counts as philanthropy. Skip cooking, support the school, and grab a cookie for extra credit. No wrapping paper required.
🖌 Live Oils Demo @ Modella Art Gallery | Tuesday (2/24) at 6:30 PM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to trade Netflix for turpentine, here it is. Watch April Dawes turn canvas into people in a live figurative oil demo at Modella Art Gallery, up close and gloriously analog. Real brushstrokes, real conversation, real talent, no YouTube buffering.
🦞 Cousins Maine Lobster @ HTeaO – Stillwater | Thursday (2/26) at 11:00 AM – Cousins Maine Lobster is pulling up to HTeaO Stillwater, because your tea deserves lobster. Think lobster rolls, bisque, and a grown-up grilled cheese, then order ahead on the CML app, skip the line, earn rewards, and pretend this counts as sensible meal planning.
This weekend
🚨 February Future First Responders Pop-up @ The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University | Saturday (2/28) at 10:00 AM – The StillWonder pop-up at OSU’s Botanic Garden means tiny heroes in training. Your 3–10s will practice gentle first aid, poke at skeleton models, actually master handwashing, and gear up like firefighters and medics, while you enjoy the scenery, the sanity, and a rare teachable moment.
🌽 Holy CornHoly Tournament @ LifePoint Church | Saturday (2/28) at 10:00 AM – Whether you sink bags like a backyard legend or excel at holding a burger, LifePoint hosts a cornhole tournament for teams of two, all skill levels welcome. Lunch is burgers and fries, the company is solid, the laughs are guaranteed. Register: https://lifepointchurch.breezechms.com/form/cornhole
🐔 Create Your Own Decorative Clay Chickens @ Prairie Arts Center | Saturday (2/28) at 10:30 AM – Whether you’ve never touched clay or still brag about your kid’s pinch pot, this beginner workshop shows you how to slab-build charming decorative chickens. No experience needed, just curiosity, a steady hand, and a sense of humor, and you’ll leave with a coop-worthy clucker.
🎨 Paint and Sip with Pizza @ StillyArts | Sunday (3/1) at 4:00 PM – Stilly Arts is hosting a Paint and Sip with pizza, raising funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters, and you can BYOB. Bring a bottle, grab a slice, and paint the featured piece or pick your own vibe. All ages welcome, registration required, feel-good glow included.
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📻 Stillwater report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 69°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 69. South southwest wind 12 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 42. Southeast wind 3 to 8 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 74°F – Low: 47°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. East wind around 6 mph. Later: A slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 47. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
This house is wild
Just 1.5 miles from OSU, this 35.3-acre spread pairs a solid two-story, two-bedroom farmhouse on a month-to-month lease with fully fenced, cross-fenced pasture and paved road frontage. OSU land borders the east along the Sparks Beef Research Center, ensuring rare adjacency. A good pond and proximity to Sangre Bend Estates elevate long-term appeal and possibilities.
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🔥 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.
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