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Community Events

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Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Water AerobicsTuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. Pirate Plunge Pool.All Things Farm Related SwapThird Sunday of each month.9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Tractor Supply parking lot.Bristow Garden ClubThe Bristow Garden Club meets the second Thursday of the month at 1:30 p.m. at Chamber building.

Back to School giveaway at D’s Creations Depew

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Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Touch-A-Truck happening Saturday, August 1

Angie Gentry Angie.gentry@bristownews.com

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

The 6th annual Touch-ATruck event will take place on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Bristow Rodeo Arena. Touch A Truck is a free, family-friendly community event where kids can get up close with the big vehicles they love most.

Is the minimum wage for tipped restaurant staff in Oklahoma $2.13?

Matthew Kim Oklahoma Watch

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Yes. The Fair Labor Standards Act allows employers to pay tipped workers the federal tipped minimum of $2.13 by claiming up to $5.12 of an employee’s tips as credit towards the $7.25 minimum wage.The amount claimed cannot exceed the tips actually received – if an employee does not receive $5.

Crash on turnpike leaves one passenger deceased

Angie Gentry Angie.gentry@bristownews.com

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

A fatality collision happened Saturday, July 26, on the turnpike near Kellyville.Vehicle 1, driven by Charles Muell, age 66, of San Diego, California, was traveling eastbound in the outside lane. Vechile 2, driven by 27 year old Anjan Singh, from South Richmond Hill.

Bristow Public Schools Back To School Open House schedule

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Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Parents are encouraged to take the opportunity to meet their child's teacher(s) for this school year. Open houses are scheduled on Tuesday, August 4, from 4 to 6 p.m. at all sites.A 'Transition Camp' for sixth grade students will be held on Tuesday, August 4, from 8 to 1 1 a.m. at the middle school.

Britt Nicole

Britt Nicole to perfom her biggest hits, Aug 8

Angie Gentry Angie.gentry@bristownews.com

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Experience an unforgettable evening at the Freeland Center for the Performing Arts, on Saturday, August 8, 2026, as Britt Nicole brings her biggest songs and a melodious voice to the stage.Britt Nicole is an American singer and songwriter, releasing various top Christian songs.

Happenings

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Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Touch a TruckSaturday, Aug. 1, 9 a.m. to noon, at the Sports Complex.First Day of SchoolFriday, Aug. 7. All Bristow Public SchoolsBritt Nicole in ConcertSaturday, Aug. 8. 7:30 p.m. at the Freeland Center for Performing Arts.

History

News Staff

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

A Sapulpa teenager lost his life in a crash at the intersection of Highway 33 and 66. Also, a home, belonging to David VanOrsdolwasdestroyed by fire.

State Election Board Secretary highlights Oklahoma’s robust election procedures

News Staff

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

(Oklahoma City) – Oklahoma takes election security very seriously, and our state has excellent laws and procedures in place to help ensure the integrity of elections in our state.

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