Wildfires that have been burning in Logan County since Friday have destroyed at least 113 homes, officials confirmed.

The Logan County Democratic Party heard from a slate of 2026 candidates at its potluck picnic Saturday at Pioneer Park in Sterling. Trisha Calvarese, Eileen Laubacher, Michael Dougherty and Amanda …

Logan County emergency officials are ordering evacuations due to a dangerous wildfire burning east and southeast of Guthrie.

The Logan County Board of County Commissioners approved a countywide burn ban during an emergency meeting on Monday afternoon. The ban is in effect for up to 14 days beginning on August 10, 2026. A…

Vice Chairman Vic Florea briefed the commission on LB525, explaining the bill defines 'agricultural data,' affirms producers own data from their operations, allows them to control sharing, and requires written consent before third parties may sell such data.

At the Logan County Fiscal Court meeting, nearby residents complained of persistent nighttime noise, bright stadium-style lighting and smoke from a local mulch/processing plant; plant manager Jamie Webster said a May 30 enclosure reduced measured noise levels and invited officials to inspect mitigation steps.

Sheriff Sean Carson presented a Sandhills Area Sheriff's Association mutual-aid agreement enabling extraterritorial authority among cooperating counties; the board voted unanimously to enter the agreement on Aug. 19.

The Logan County Board of County Commissioners approved a countywide burn ban during an emergency meeting on Monday afternoon. The ban is in effect for up to 14 days beginning on August 10, 2026. According to the Oklahoma Forestry Services, 9 counties across the state are currently under burn bans, including neighboring Oklahoma County. The burn ban makes it unlawful for any person to set fire to any forest, grass, range, crop, or other wildlands. The restriction would also prohibit campfires, bonfires, and the burning of trash or other materials that could spark a wildfire. Dry conditions continue to be a concern across Logan County. The U.S. Drought Monitor reports the northern portion of the county is in extreme drought, while southern areas are classified under severe drought conditions. Rainfall totals have remained limited, with just 0.94 inches recorded over the past 30 days. Forecasts show no significant rain chances through the remainder of the week, with the next opportunity for precipitation not expected for at least another 10 days. There are several exceptions to a county burn ban under specific conditions. Welding, cutting torch, and grinding activities are permitted if conducted over a non-combustible surface at least 10 feet by 10 feet, with welding blankets or screens covering nearby flammable vegetation. Wind speeds must be below 10 mph, and a separate fire watch must be present with access to pressurized water or a fire extinguisher. Outdoor cooking is allowed using propane or natural gas grills, provided the grill is placed on a non-flammable surface and at least five feet away from any flammable vegetation. Agricultural burning is also permitted but must follow guidelines set by the Oklahoma Forestry Services. Individuals must have an approved burn plan on hand for the duration of the controlled burn. Violations of a burn ban can be enforced by any law enforcement officer in the state. Those found in violation may face a misdemeanor charge, punishable by a fine of up to $500, up to one year in jail, or both. Before issuing a burn ban, the Logan County Board of County Commissioners must determine that extreme fire danger exists. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, this includes moderate, severe, or extreme drought conditions and a forecast of no more than half an inch of rain over the next three days. Additionally, either fire activity must be above normal for the season, or a significant number of wildfires must be linked to escaped debris or controlled burns.

Logan County Fiscal Court approved the ComCare EMS contract (option 3B), adopted the FY26–27 budget (Ordinance 26-220-07), and approved multiple routine items including a bridge bid amendment, SRO agreement, bond release, salary schedule and membership in the KACO workers compensation fund.

After reviewing bids and public testimony from ER director Dr. Sam Lee, Logan County Fiscal Court voted to award the next-year EMS contract to ComCare (option 3B) at $530,500 for three 24-hour units, contingent on staffing verification, monthly reporting and a one-year ARPA subsidy for the transition.

The fiscal court approved minutes, bills, budget and cash transfers, a sheriff equipment purchase and a one-time radio channel purchase; the court tabled final action on ambulance-service bids to allow committee and budget review.

Commissioners discussed exploring an ordinance to regulate data centers and other large water-using businesses in the absence of countywide planning and zoning. Staff cautioned that KRS 67.83 and related legal limits could prevent ordinances that single out data centers, suggesting broader language tied to water consumption and coordination with water districts.