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Thinking Out Loud

John T. Catrett, Iii
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Yesterday ... your eyes opened and thoughts of your upcoming day drifted into your mind. Your first thought was,“Oh,no! It wasn’t a dream! It is real!” Today, just before your eyes opened, you became instantly aware of what has been lost. Someone you loved is now gone.
What’s the Big Deal About Getting Old?

What’s the Big Deal About Getting Old?

What’s the Big Deal About Getting Old?

News Staff
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
The 6th-grade English teacher would retire soon. After giving a Chromebook assignment, one boy asked if the lights could be turned off, but the teacher needed the lights to grade papers. The boy replied, meaning no disrespect, “Oh, that’s right, you’re old!
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Multi-media Class interviews Stitt

News Staff
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Last week at Central Tech two Bristow High School students in the Digital Media Program; Larry Barcenas and Kaden Patton had the incredible opportunity to interview a special guest on their student-led podcast: Governor Kevin Stitt!

Community Events

News Staff
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
The Bristow Indian Educ ation Committee meetingThe Bristow Indian Education Committee meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 5:45 p.m. at the Bristow Schools Administration Building, 420 N Main.
Earning 1st place in Robotics and Automation Technology for secondary students is (L-R): Carter Meloy of Cushing; Kolson Seachris of Bristow.

Earning 1st place in Robotics and Automation Technology for secondary students is (L-R): Carter Meloy of Cushing; Kolson Seachris of Bristow.

Central Tech students earn top honors at SkillsUSA State Leadership conference

News Staff
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Students from Central Tech’s Drumright and Sapulpa campuses delivered an outstanding showing at the SkillsUSA State Leadership Conference, held April 19–21 in Tulsa, Okla., earning an impressive total of gold, silver, and bronze medals across 17 team and individual competitions.
Left, Steele McNiel earned 1st place in 8– 9th Grade FFA Opportunities, and right, Hadlie Bell took 2nd in the FFA Creed contest They’ll be competing at State.

Left, Steele McNiel earned 1st place in 8– 9th Grade FFA Opportunities, and right, Hadlie Bell took 2nd in the FFA Creed contest They’ll be competing at State.

Headed to State

News Staff
Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Everything you need to know about generic medicines

News Staff
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
(StatePoint) At a time when many basic living expenses are rising, generic medicines play a critical role in expanding access to safe, effective and affordable treatments, helping patients avoid difficult tradeoffs between their health and other basic needs.
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