As taxpayers get ready to file their 2020 tax return, they should start by gathering their records. Taxpayers should gather all year-end income documents to help ensure they file a complete and accurate 2020 tax return and avoid refund delays.

Old Man Winter left his mark on Bristow over the weekend, leaving behind snow and frigid temperatures. Lake Massena had several places that were frozen over even before the larger amount of snow hit the area. The ducks, although, continued their normal swim and later, gathered under a tree to hide from the -17 degree cold. Angie Gentry photo

Families are often looking for ways to save money. One way they can do this is by using IRS Free File to do their taxes. Free File offers online tax preparation, direct deposit of refunds and electronic filing, at no cost.

February launches various events and programs that are aimed at helping people identify and understand the risk factors for developing cardiocascular disease. Heart disease is the leading casue of death in the United States for both men and women, although women lead when it comes to heart disease. Heart disease does not pick and choose who it hits. Every year one in four deaths are casued by heart disease. Cardiovascular disease is known as the silent killer, especially in women. Heart disease is known as the silent killer because it often doesn't display symptons like cancer and lung disease. Many individuals who don't have their cholesterol and blood pressure checked regularly can succomb to a heart attack without ever realizing they had a health issue.

Our Montfort & Allie B. Jones Memorial Library serves our community in a multitude of ways.

Bristow Into Action Bristow Into Action Alcoholics Anyomous meeting is temporarily being held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7 p.m. at 708 West 11th Street, Bristow.

During this COVID-19 pandemic, it has been hard to find schools that will allow the National Guard to share the benefits of joining the Oklahoma Army National Guard. Since the beginning of the pandemic, with safety procedures in place Bristow HS has allowed us the ability to get our information to the entire senior class. As a direct result of Bristow HS staffs leadership and dedication to their student’s futures each one of these 10 enlistments will be receiving 100% Paid College Tuition next year. In a class of 121 with 10 enlistments, 8 percent of Bristow HS 2021 senior class have decided to serve. Students back row from left, Alex Iker, Cruz Henson, Caleb Nelson, Matt Roach and Luke Taylor. Front row from left, Ian Bonner, Ramone Smith, Jada Stevenson, Jenna Barnett and Gabe Abbott.

February launches various events and programs that are aimed at helping people identify and understand the risk factors for developing cardiocascular disease. Heart disease is the leading casue of death in the United States for both men and women, although women lead when it comes to heart disease. Heart disease does not pick and choose who it hits. Every year one in four deaths are casued by heart disease. Cardiovascular disease is known as the silent killer, especially in women. Heart disease is known as the silent killer because it often doesn't display symptons like cancer and lung disease. Many individuals who don't have their cholesterol and blood pressure checked regularly can succomb to a heart attack without ever realizing they had a health issue.

The IRS will begin accepting and processing 2020 tax year returns on Friday, February 12, 2021. People who are ready to file can begin filing their tax returns with tax prep software, including IRS Free File.