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Hey Stillwater, hope your week’s off to a good start! USA Rare Earth’s $1.6B boost, rare 1920s home movies, Hadestown’s Tony-winning love story, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Meet the team safeguarding pets: Stillwater Animal Welfare Shelter is preparing for the future as adoptions climb but kennels remain full, caring for at least 100 animals a month and expanding education and reunification work — learn how the shelter works.
Shuttle issue handled by staff: Two OSU BOB buses made unexpected stops on a weekday Stillwater route, including at Milestone on Perkins Road. Delays were minor, and riders were helped until another bus arrived — learn what happened and why.
Historic home movies resurface: For Black History Month’s 100th year, Tulsa Films is sharing rare 1920s footage by Solomon Sir Jones showing Oklahoma life, from parades and schools to businesses and a transcontinental footrace — see what’s in the collection.
Results without added resources: With 54% enrollment growth and Top-1% exam scores, nearby Langston University’s business school has surged into the Top-30 HBCUs as Dean Daryl D. Green seeks support to clear student balances — learn how you can help.
Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial walk-in-the-door fee to x-rays, surgery, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could save thousands on your next vet bill with Lemonade.
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.
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🫶 We got your back
Critical minerals strategy advances: USA Rare Earth, headquartered in Stillwater, received nearly 1.6 billion dollars from the U.S. Department of Commerce to grow a Texas rare earth mine and expand magnet manufacturing in Oklahoma. The project aims to process 40,000 metric tons per day and reduce reliance on Chinese supplies. Get all the details.
Your neighbors are Googling you: It’s uncomfortable but true — employers, new friends, even other parents at school pickup search names all the time. If something negative, outdated, or misleading shows up first, it can shape opinions before you ever meet. BetterReputation helps push down unwanted search results so your first impression actually reflects who you are today. And if it’s someone you care about, you can help them too.
Clarity on cottage food laws: OSU’s Food and Agricultural Products Center will host spring workshops to help home and small-scale food makers follow Oklahoma’s Homemade Food Freedom Act. The first session will be on Feb. 25 at FAPC in Stillwater, with additional dates March 25 in Pryor and May 14. See dates and locations.
Gold is having a moment: Between inflation headlines, market swings, and growing global uncertainty, precious metals are (again) in the spotlight. American Hartford is currently offering up to $25,000 in free silver when you open a qualified account. They’ll also help you set up a penalty-free gold IRA with a lowest price guarantee, no buyback fees, and 7-day price protection.
Strings, picks, and good vibes: Whether you’re after a new axe, fresh strings, or finally starting lessons, Daddy O’s Music Co is the low-key spot locals trust for playable gear and straight talk. Expect inspiration that makes your living room sound like a tiny venue.
A second opinion never hurts: Not every financial advisor is the right fit, and it’s okay to explore your options. Unbiased matches you with an advisor based on your personal situation, giving you a chance to ask questions in a free, no-pressure conversation to see if the fit makes sense. No obligation — just helpful advice.
Dial in your routine: If your gym bag’s running on vibes alone, GNC – Live Well stocks vitamins, protein, and pre-workout basics to get you back on track, plus staff members who genuinely want to help you find the right products to fit your life. When the week starts to snowball, a quick reset is only a shelf away.
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📆 Around town this week
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This week
🐞 Family Storytime | Wednesday (2/11) at 10:30 AM – Family Storytime leans into the Love Bugs theme with songs, stories, and a make-together craft, plus sensory play to keep tiny hands busy. A breezy 30 minutes for ages 2 to 5, and honestly, the whole crew. Quality time, zero glitter cleanup at home.
🎭 Moon Over Buffalo @ Town & Gown Community Theatre | Thursday (2/12) – Celebrate 75 years of Town & Gown with Moon Over Buffalo, a backstage farce where Charlotte and George Hay trip over egos, cues, and each other. Directed by Paul Weber, expect door slams, mistaken identities, and chaos that makes family reunions look organized.
🀄 Hearts, Tiles and Good Times – Mahjong Event | Thursday (2/12) at 6:00 PM – Bring your favorite beverage and a snack, then settle in for a cozy Mahjong night with a twist, we’re making clay conversation hearts too. Light rules, big laughs, and enough tile-slamming to feel alive. It’s $35, 18 and up, limited tables, so snag a spot.
This weekend
🏀 WDHS Boys Varsity Basketball @ Stillwater Spartans | Saturday (2/14) at 1:00 AM – Feel like cheering that pep band rhythm back into your bones? Stillwater Spartans host Wichita Defenders HomeSchool in a non-conference boys varsity tilt, all squeaky sneakers, gym popcorn, and classic bleacher banter. Local pride, visiting grit, and a hometown night that still feels right.
🏀 TCU Horned Frogs at Oklahoma State Cowboys Mens Basketball @ Gallagher-Iba Arena | Saturday (2/14) at 11:00 AM – TCU rolls into Gallagher-Iba, and the Cowboys are ready to remind the Frogs why orange still travels well. Skip the couch, even if ESPN2 is tempting, and join the chorus of claps, groans, and that one neighbor yelling box out like it’s Sunday service.
2 Second Saturday @ OSU Museum of Art | Saturday (2/14) at 11:00 AM – Second Saturday is serving up free, hands-on art for all ages and abilities, with winter pop-up cards inspired by the current exhibition and Storytime in the Museum from the Stillwater Public Library. It’s come-and-go, low pressure, and yes, you have to supervise the tiny artists.
🎨 Collage Club @ OSU Museum of Art | Saturday (2/14) at 2:00 PM – If your inner kid wants another turn with the safety scissors, swing by this drop-in collage club at the museum. They bring the paper, glue, and inspiration, you bring curiosity and a sense of humor. Low stakes, social, and pleasantly tidy.
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📻 Stillwater report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 60°F – Low: 37°F – Precip: 2%
Partly sunny, with a high near 60. North northwest wind 9 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 37. North northeast wind 6 to 10 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 61°F – Low: 40°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 61. Northeast wind around 7 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 40.
This house is wild
On 10 wooded acres in West Stillwater, this 3-bed, 3-bath retreat was designed and built by June Gilliam and sits set back among mature trees. Rear windows frame seasonal woodland views, and the deck invites wildlife watching. Features include a hot tub, greenhouse, a shipping container for storage, and a private-access MIL suite with kitchenette, previously booked as an Airbnb.
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🔥 Worth a peek
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