City of Cushing Board of Commissioner’s Chairman B.J. Roberson reads a proclamation recognizing next week Oct. 4-10 as Public Power Week. The proclamation was presented to Electrical Distribution Superintendent Mike Starks during a recent commission meeting. The proclamation recognizes Cushing Public Power’s service to the community and its commitment to providing safe, reliable, and affordable power to residents of Cushing. Photo by DeAnna Maddox

The 2026 Cushing Football Homecoming Court pictured from left, Lily Robbins, Logan Ford, Brinlee Bickell, Max Hoover, Avalee Lidberg, Beau Lane, Tayley Lovin, Hunter Joiner. Not pictured are Justice Elliott and Ellie Andrews. The Homecoming Parade will be Thursday, Oct. 1 at 5:30 downtown. Coronation will be Friday, Oct. 2 at 6:30. Photo by Allie Prater.