08/21/2026
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Governor Kevin Stitt Visits Cheyenne as Part of Western Oklahoma Farewell Tour
CHEYENNE, Okla. — On Friday, August 14, 2026, the Historic Roger Mills Preservation and Development Foundation (HRMP) had the pleasure of welcoming Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt to the Museums in the Park in Cheyenne. The visit was part of Governor Stitt’s statewide and western Oklahoma tour during the final capstone days of his administration.
More than 50 community members, local officials, and state leaders gathered for the event. Notable guests in attendance alongside Governor Stitt included Congressman Frank Lucas, State Representative Nick Archer, Cheyenne Mayor Chris Barton, City Manager Nehemiah Yeager, and Chamber of Commerce President Melanie Chapman.
Addressing the crowd, Governor Stitt offered a retrospective on his tenure, emphasizing the foundational goals established when he took office. He recapped how, under his cabinet’s leadership, the state successfully accomplished of a transformation designed to deliver tangible benefits, economic growth, and improved infrastructure for citizens and rural communities throughout Oklahoma. During the Q&A session, Governor Stitt was asked about his future plans following his tenure in office. He shared that he intends to return to the private sector and continue his business ventures.
As a token of appreciation, the HRMP Foundation presented Governor Stitt with a pictorial book of Roger Mills County, authored by local historians Dale and Judy Tracy. Following the presentation, the Governor spent time visiting with guests and posing for photographs with local and state leaders, including members of the HRMP Board.
Attendees enjoyed a breakfast snack provided by Jamie Maddux-Allen, Judy Tracy, Nena Kirk, and Karen Creach. Methodist Pastor Amanda Peterson opened the gathering by leading a blessing of the meal.
A centerpiece of the Governor's visit was a guided tour of the historic Roll One-Room Schoolhouse, located on the museum grounds. Mrs. Judy Tracy—a founding member of the HRMP and a long-time volunteer schoolteacher—led Governor Stitt through an interactive demonstration illustrating "a day in the life of a pioneer school pupil".
The HRMP Foundation express its gratitude to all who helped make the event a success, extending special thanks to the Oklahoma Department of Tourism and Recreation, the Great Plains Country Association of Southwest Oklahoma, Hillary Communications, HRMP Foundation board members, and the countless volunteers who assisted in preparing for the Governor and his staff.
Thanks to Melanie Chapman and the Lawton Constitution for photos.
