January
Reagan Ballard lost her life in a head-on collision.
Two Sapulpa Police officers were involved in a shooting at a motel located in the Town West area.
A new federal law was put into effect stating no one under 21 can purchase tobacco products.
Girl Scouts introduced their new Lemon-ups cookie.
The Oklahoma Department of Health issued a flu warning because of the unusual nature of the virus and severity.
James Leewright was named Legislator of the year by AGCOK.
The Creek County Deputies arrested two people after finding a stolen U-Haul along with drugs, paraphernalia, and another stolen trailer.
Oklahoma Representative, Kyle Hilbert, spoke at the legislative breakfast about the happenings at the capitol and answered questions.
Three Bristow Pirates, DJ Overstreet, Jalen Fullbright, and Braiden Fullbright, were selected to the Oklahoma Coaches Association 4A All Star team.
February
Baby Waylon returns home after his heart transplant.
Governor Stitt appointed Laura Farris as Associate District Judge.
Mid America Stockyards celebrated their 50th anniversary.
Local bull rider, Garrett Tribble, fractured his neck at the San Angelo Rodeo.
Mannford detective faced second degree murder charges for killing Police chief Lucky Miller at a Police training conference.
Ty Ralston won third place at the American Finals Rodeo.
Bristow eighth grade Pirates were conference champions.
The Route 66 biker building collapsed causing the city to block off half of the block on East Sixth Street.
Hannah Weigant, a Bristow teacher, sold her artwork and donated the proceeds to Australia after the fires.
Two people were arrested after killing Patrick McGuire and burning his travel trailer.
March
High speed chase ended in the arrest of Chad Hudgins after he reportedly stole two subwoofers.
Creek County Sheriff ’s Department asked for help in solving alleged animal cruelty case where a dog was found with the legs strapped together, glue had been poured in both ears with food wrappers shoved in his ears, and a chemical poured on his face.
Five Bristow Pirate wrestlers qualified for the state competition.
The Coronavirus also known as COVID-19 had first confirmed case in Tulsa County with the worldwide number of cases at 113,584 and the cases in the United States were 607.
Wal-Mart in Bristow starts online grocery pick up.
A community meeting was held about the three Covid cases in Oklahoma stating that the disease is now considered a pandemic.
The Oklahoma Tire Recyclers donated rubber mulch to Bristow Public School for the Kindergarten playground.
Daniel Williams was arrested for the abusing the dog named Atlas that was found in late February.
Super H Pharmacy started making deliveries for medicines to be delivered at your home.
The courthouse started screening people before they could enter the building because of the COVID-19 threat.
April
Bristow Public School had free meal pickups for all students. Depew Public School also had free meal pickups.
A list was made of all local businesses still open during the pandemic.
Bristow Public School goes to distance learning and the teachers send out a message on their students’ first day.
Depew mayor gave a face lift to Main Street by painting muriels on some of the buildings.
The 25th anniversary of the Oklahoma City bombing was remembered.
Bristow Schools had their graduation on the field with CDC guidelines in place.
Several of the area doctors started visiting their patients through tele-medicine so that the patients could be seen safely during the pandemic.
The community started putting words of encouragement on their doors and windows.
Bristow Public Library started offering virtual library cards for students.
The Wildflower Run was turned into the Wildflower Virtual Keep Your Distance Run because of the pandemic.
A huge storm knocks out the power and then a water line breaks leaving residents without water.
Kyle Hilbert files for re-election of State Representative.
May
The Oklahoma Air National Guard did a flyover of the Bristow Medical Center in support of all the front-line workers.
Bristow Public School’s Teachers of the Year was Jody Lomenick, Kendra Chuculate, Julianna Wilhite, and Hannah Weigant.
A high speed chase ended in two fatalities after the vehicle ended up in the ditch and catch fire.
A facility was built for PAS MRO which is an aircraft building facility.
Depew held a celebration parade for the graduating seniors to honor them during the pandemic.
The longest employee at a business on Main Street was Marie Thompson who has been at Kemp’s Drug and Gift for 45 years.
The Edison Elementary teachers did a parade with balloons and signs to show love to their students.
Bristow Public Schools’ Support Persons of the Year were Dava Stryke, Deanna Adame, June Rake, Linda Kay Herman, and Tammie Capps.
Bristow Public School held a virtual scholarship awards assembly.
High winds caused some major damage in town pulling a roof off of the War Paint Tattoo Shop, broke trees, and caused other damage that had to be cleaned up.
Space X Falcon 9 lifted off carrying two NASA astronauts to the International Space Station with a full envelope abort system in cause something went wrong.
A death toll comparison was done of other historic disasters in the United States compared to the Coronavirus.
June
Three Bristow Pirate football players, Kaylon Tolon, Caleb Ritchie, and Stephon Tolon, were invited to play in the 2020- 2021 Hawaii Tiki Senior All Star Football Bowl being held January 3, 2021.
Bristow High School students and teacher Wyatt Freeman had a peaceful protest voicing their concerns over the death of George Floyd.
A group of protesters peacefully gathered at the corner of seventh and Main to voice their opinions on the death of George Floyd.
Cornerstone Church started giving out groceries weekly to people in need because of the pandemic.
Bristow held their Un-Prom 2020 for the students to still have a prom but with strict guidelines.
Rape charges filed on former detention officer Eric Roberts.
A retirement party was held for Fire Chief David McSpadden.
Bristow Schools held their graduation for the class of 2020 at the football field with CDC guidelines in place.
July
The new Jones Memorial Airport runway opened.
A mother and daughter lost their lives in a vehicle accident on Hwy 48.
The Leo of the Year for the Lions Clubs International was Zaria Wittman.
The Bristow Police Department, Bristow Fire Department, and the Bristow mayor honored a fallen officer, Sergeant Craig Johnson, by hanging a flag on the bridge as his body was transported to Oklahoma City to harvest the organs he donated.
The Boy Scout Troop 571 held a fundraiser called “Flags Across Bristow” where they will put up, take down, and store a 3x5 foot flag for those participating doing this on 6 holidays a year.
Depew held their graduation for the class of 2020 on the football field with Drew Baldridge of Nashville, Tennessee singing and playing music. The graduation was followed up with fireworks.
The Sam Varner Memorial Fireworks Celebration was held at Lake Massena.
Bristow Public School released a return to school plan with CDC guidelines being followed. mandatory for shoppers and employees.
Miss Tabouleh winners were Addison Palmer (Little Miss Tabouleh), Gabrielle Wilson ( Junior Miss Tabouleh), and Kimberlee Jones (Miss Tabouleh).
Dr. T. Reid McCullough was honored by the Rotary Club for his 62 years of dedication and service to the club, his community, and the world.
The First United Methodist Church was vandalized with lots of destruction to the church.
Sergeant Craig Johnson was honored at the Tulsa Police Officer’s memorial.
Pack 571 held a Cubmobile Race with winners being Lee Flueggel, Andrew Burgett, and Nic Howell.
August
The railroad crossing on East Ninth Street got repaired after 152 phone calls came in for complaints on this crossing.
Bristow saw their second death from COVID-19.
Mysterious seeds started coming in the mail to Oklahomans.
Astronauts of the Space X crew splashed down after two months in space with the mission being a success.
Bristow Fire Department and State Farm teamed up to support Fire Prevention Week.
The bronze statue “The Eagle Catcher” was donated to the city to be put in the town square.
The Coronavirus continued to rise with the United States having 5,438,325 cases, 170,497 deaths. Bristow was at 115 cases with 3 deaths.
Three people found dead inside a home in Mannford, one woman and her two daughters.
One motorcycle rider lost his life and five others were injured in a collision near Kellyville.
Cub Scout Pack 571 held a Pine Wood Derby with winners James Henderson, Jackson Wicker, and Ethan AsBell.
] September
A five year old girl was killed and burned by her father, Adam Mason.
The Bristow Medical Center was set to be closed by Bristow Endeavor. The city council members set forth discussions and obtained legal council to discuss possible litigations pertaining to the hospital operations and sublease agreement.
Brent Matherly was appointed to the Oklahoma Funeral Board.
Coronavirus cases continue to rise with Bristow cases at 147 and deaths at 5. The United States total deaths were 189,208.
Bristow man, Terrance Andrew Davis, was charged with 30 alleged sex crimes.
The Bristow Fire Department did 1,210 steps, in full bunker gear, in the rain to remember those who lost their lives during the 9-11 attack.
The City of Bristow declared that Bristow Endeavor was in breach and default of the sublease agreement and operation and maintanence contract pertaining to the hospital and its property.
Illegal marijuana cultivation was busted near Milfay with over 1,000 illegal marijuana plants.
A proclamation was given by the City of Bristow to Rev. Gene and Martha Jackson for their many years of service to the community.
October
Muscogee (Creek) Nation principal chief, David Hill, was named in the top 100 most influential people in the world.
A benefit fishing tournament was held to benefit the Tiki Trio towards their trip to the Hawaii Tiki Bowl.
Mary Parrick loses her life in a fatal collision on Hwy 48.
Bristow Football had their homecoming with Queen Abby Bell and King Stephon Tolon.
Bristow Lady Pirates had their senior night with senior Mariah Moody.
Meredith Corwin became the newest team member at Corwin Dentistry.
Kellyville toddler loses her arm in a horrible lawnmower accident.
A son, Stephen Haddock, Jr., shot his father, Stephen Ray Haddock, Sr., in the chest killing him.
A Bristow animal rescue organization rescued over 106 dogs’ lives and 3 chickens.
Bristow Lady Pirates became the Regional champions.
Brett Wesner was elected chair of the National Newspaper Association.
The Four Kings LE/MC and the Americas Guardians Motorcycle Club joined Bristow Mayor, Rick Pinson, on an Officer Down Fundraiser motorcycle ride.
A fire broke out at the Oklahoma Tire Recyclers from a trash pile of rubber tires.
Lady Pirates fast pitch softball team and their coach made All-District. McKenna Ingram got co-pitcher of the year, Kinzie Williams got offensive player of the year, Ava Yocham got first team-shortstop, Abby Morgan got first team-outfield, Molly Gill got first team-utility, Lacy Moody and Graycie Gramm got honorable mention.
Lady Pirates received Distinguished Academic Award from OSSAA, ranked in the upper 10 percent in Class 4A academically.
Pirate Cross Country team makes Regionals.
November
The first case of COVID-19 was reported in Bristow Schools.
U.S. Senator, Jim Inhofe, visited the Bristow News discussing items taking place in congress, the Coronavirus, and the military.
Veterans were honored by Bristow Public Schools in a virtual assembly.
Kellyville man, James Scott Robinson, was arrested on alleged murder charges for the death of Marcus Sewell.
Joe Biden was named winner of the Presidential election.
Basil Baker celebrated his 100th birthday and talked about his years in the service.
Oklahoma hit a record high in COVID-19 cases reporting 4,507 new cases in one day.
The Hawg Wild Toy Run was a success in collecting toys for the children in the area through Bristow Social Services.
First annual Bristow Bucks was scheduled with a group of volunteers.
The Bristow Garden Club sponsored the business decorating contest.
The annual Christmas parade was canceled for the year.
Local artist, Andy Levin, painted a mural for the Bristow Historical Museum.
December
Paike McNiel and Abby Bell were selected for the American Farmers & Ranchers/Oklahoma Farmers Union (AFR/OFU) 2020-2021 AFR Youth Advisory Council.
A remembrance of Pearl Harbor was done in the paper for the 79th anniversary of this attack.
A winning lottery ticket was purchased in Bristow at Coop’s Stop n Shop but the ticket winner was still unknown at that time.
Bristow Retail Merchants Association drew the winners for the Bristow Bucks give-a-way, giving out $4,000 in cash prizes.
A competition was done at the Pirate Action Skate Park with the winners being Jackson Moore (Scooter), Kobe Boyett (skateboard), and Overall winner Cade Williams.
Kinzie Williams received district offensive player of the year for her second year in a row.
Local ten year old boy, Marshall McRae, sewed 200 blankets for the elderly at the nursing home which included playing cards and candy with a note for each person.
Russell Davis of Kellyville lost his life in a vehicle accident.
4A-3 District winners were quarterback of the year Stephon Tolon, offensive lineman of the year Kaylon Tolon, defensive tackle of the year Fabian Bradford, and kicker of the year Caleb Ritchie.
Lottery winner, Jeremiah, claims $8.5 million ticket.
COVID-19 vacine rolls out to Oklahomans.
Bristow Police Department holds Police with Presents for under priveledged area children and purchased gifts for residents at Rainbow Nursing Home.
Bristow COVID-19 cases rise to 533.