Lawmakers eye tougher sentencing laws

“If someone is going to shoot into my house, I’m scared of them and don’t want them on the street,” Paxton said on the Senate floor.Additions to the 85% crime list would significantly increase prison stays, according to estimates from the Department of Corrections.

Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives to preside over OSU spring commencement

Kyle Hilbert, speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives and State Representative for Oklahoma House District 29, will be the speaker at his alma mater’s spring 2025 commencement May 910.

Collins fifth grade student art show

The fifth grade art class at Collins Elementary will be holding an art show. The art will include mixed media and sculptural work of art. The show will be held May 1 - 6 with an opening reception being held on May 1 from 4 6 p.m. at the Bristow Public Library.

Bill to limit youth access to social media passes house

Rep. Chad Caldwell, REnid, on Monday passed legislation in the House that would restrict social media accounts for youth under 16 and require parental consent for minors 16 and 17 years of age.

Board of Education approves controversial Social Studies standards

The Board of Education on Thursday advanced new academic standards for social studies that would require public schools to teach the Bible.

Maddison’s Corner

As a continuation of last week’s column, I will be diving further into the Red Bull drama following the developments in last weekend's race in China.

Take on new hobbies in retirement

(StatePoint) Retirement should be relaxing, not boring. In fact, taking on new hobbies can keep your mind sharp and body vital as you age. Here are five ways to stay active in your golden years: 1.

Community Events

.Bristow City Easter Egg HuntSaturday,April 19, 2025, starting at 10 a.m. Bristow Ciy ParkStudent Art ShowCollins Elementary Fifth Grade Class. May 1 through May 6. Open receptionMay 1, 4-6 m.Bristow Public librar y.

Bristow’s annual Easter Egg Hunt scheduled for Saturday, April 19

Spring is here, the days are getting longer and the daffodils are in bloom. Bristow's annual Easter Egg Hunt is just around the corner. This year the hunt will take place on Saturday, April 19. at Bristow City Park, beginning at 10 a.m.