October 1, 2026
Stephens County to consider TIF district at refinery site
Courtesy Ray Jacoby Collection | Oklahoma Historical Society In 1984 the Oklahoma Refining Co. had approximately 160 workers at its refinery in Cyril, making it the largest employer in the Caddo County town.
Regents approve new CU degree programs, construction contracts
Caleb Hannabass | Southwest Ledger In September 2026, after years of trying to manage debt through a series of revenue bonds, Norman Regional Hospital Authority was downgraded by S&P Global to a “D” rating, signifying default. The recent rating decline was prompted by a missed principal and interest payment due Sept.1.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
NORMAN – Nine years ago, on Sept. 9, 2017, S&P Global Ratings upgraded Norman Regional Hospital Authority’s ratings on its revenue debt to “A-” from “BBB+.” The global credit rating agency based the upgrade on a strong financial profile and operational stability.
Lawton City Council presented $98k bill for sewage overflow in residence
Stephen Robertson | For Southwest Ledger A crew works on a new home under construction in the 900 block of Southwest D Avenue in downtown Lawton.
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When the chants aren’t about football anymore
