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Image provided The new 572 area code, coming to central Oklahoma in April, will mean residents will have to dial 10 digits for even local calls.

Image provided The new 572 area code, coming to central Oklahoma in April, will mean residents will have to dial 10 digits for even local calls.

New area code goes into effect April 24

Mike W. Ray Staff Writer
Thursday, December 10, 2020
OKLAHOMA CITY – A fifth area code will be introduced in Oklahoma starting April 24 next year and will affect dialing procedures. Area code 572 will overlay the existing 405 area code and will cover the same geographic region of central Oklahoma.
Photo provided by Public Service Co. of Oklahoma Public Service Co. of Oklahoma contractors excavate a trench in the front yard of a Tulsa area residence for burying power lines that previously were overhead distribution lines in the backyard.

Photo provided by Public Service Co. of Oklahoma Public Service Co. of Oklahoma contractors excavate a trench in the front yard of a Tulsa area residence for burying power lines that previously were overhead distribution lines in the backyard.

Electricity lines are rarely buried

Mike W. Ray Staff Writer
Thursday, December 10, 2020
OKLAHOMA CITY – Even after a destructive ice storm, Public Service Co. of Oklahoma rarely buries electric lines. As a general rule, PSO buries power lines “to address specific operational issues such as voltage or capacity issues,” said Stan Whiteford, the utility’s region communications manager.
Winnebago Industries releases Corporate Responsibility Report

Winnebago Industries releases Corporate Responsibility Report

Winnebago Industries releases Corporate Responsibility Report

News Staff
Thursday, December 10, 2020
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. – The outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer Winnebago Industries Inc. outlined the company’s environmental, social and governance performance progress and COVID-19 response in its 2020 Corporate Responsibility Report.
Photo provided A Public Service Co. of Oklahoma line crew repairs damage at Fletcher from the October ice storm.

Photo provided A Public Service Co. of Oklahoma line crew repairs damage at Fletcher from the October ice storm.

PSO’s ice storm bill: $7M and counting

Mike W. Ray Staff Writer
Thursday, December 10, 2020
OKLAHOMA CITY – Damages from the ice storm October 26-28 that coated much of Oklahoma cost Public Service Co. of Oklahoma (PSO) at least $7 million and four days to repair.
Winnebago refreshes brand

Winnebago refreshes brand

Winnebago refreshes brand

News Staff
Thursday, December 10, 2020
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn.- The recreational- vehicle company Winnebego Industries is about to make its mark in a new way.
From left are D'Shaun, Nicole, Dwayne and E'Lexus Merriweather. Dwayne and Nicole Merriweather will take over All Things Embroidered in Lawton in January. The Merriweathers say the children plan on helping with the business during the summer and holidays so they will be a part if it too.

From left are D'Shaun, Nicole, Dwayne and E'Lexus Merriweather. Dwayne and Nicole Merriweather will take over All Things Embroidered in Lawton in January. The Merriweathers say the children plan on helping with the business during the summer and holidays so they will be a part if it too.

New year will see new owners at All Things Embroidered

Tim Farley
Thursday, December 10, 2020
Longtime Lawton residents Dwayne and Nicole Merriweather are embarking on a new journey Jan. 1. Starting the new year, the Merriweathers will assume ownership of All Things Embroidered, 3801 NW Cache Road, a business that was started 20 years ago by Gary and Sarah Williams.
Veteran wins shopping spree

Veteran wins shopping spree

Vet wins $10K shopping spree

News Staff
Thursday, December 10, 2020
FORT SILL – Army veteran Shala Morita said she didn’t believe she had won a $10,000 shopping spree in the Army & Air Force Exchange Service’s Subway Sip. Rip. Ultimate Trip sweepstakes. “This can’t be real.
Glen Mulready

Glen Mulready

Second insurance business transfer proposed

News Staff
Thursday, December 10, 2020
OKLAHOMA CITY – Sentry Insurance a Mutual Company, has been authorized by State Insurance Commissioner Glen Mulready to submit its Insurance Business Transfer (IBT) plan to the district court of Oklahoma County for approval. Sentry is a Wisconsin based insurance company.
Ledger photo by Andrew W. Griffin A winterized travel trailer is placed on the lot of Lewis RV Center, 1600 E. Reno Ave. in Oklahoma City.

Ledger photo by Andrew W. Griffin A winterized travel trailer is placed on the lot of Lewis RV Center, 1600 E. Reno Ave. in Oklahoma City.

COVID leads to smooth terrain for state RV sales

Andrew W. Griffin
Thursday, December 10, 2020
OKLAHOMA CITY – When COVID-19 began forcing Oklahomans indoors and away from large groups, the airline industry began to feel the pinch. But where the airlines were smarting, the recreational vehicle dealerships began seeing a booming business.
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