Christmas Eve candle lighting service

On Christmas Eve December 24th at 7:00 p.m. there will be a Christmas Eve Candlelighting Service for the Bristow area. It will be held at the First United Methodist Church in Bristow located at 7th Street and Chestnut.

Rental scams are common, avoid them with these tips

(StatePoint) Are you currently looking to rent a home or apartment? Then you need to protect yourself from rental fraud.Rental scams are common.The Federal Trade Commission reported over 10,000 cases in 2023 alone. Fortunately, they are avoidable.

It's not too late to get vaccinated this respiratory season

(StatePoint) In a time of confusion and inconsistent information, healthcare professionals want you to know that it’s not too late to get vaccinated this respiratory season.

Bristow School Board leaders honored in January

January is School Board Recognition Month and an opportunity for local schools and communities to honor Oklahoma’s more than 2,700 elected school board members for their dedication to children and schools.

Community Events

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 thesecond Thursdayofthe month at 1:30 p.m. at Spirit Bank.

Department of Corrections refuses to release body camera footage

The Oklahoma Department of Corrections has spent millions on body cameras with the stated goal of increasing transparency, but is refusing to release recordings to the public.

Winter car hacks — Easy fixes for cold weather problems

Winter driving brings plenty of small annoyances — foggy windshields, frozen locks, and icy wipers. Luckily, you can fix many of these with quick, simple tricks using things you already have at home.

Absentee ballot applications available for 2026 election year

Voters in Creek County who want absentee ballots mailed to them for elections in 2026 should apply now, said County Election Board Secretary, Vicki Martin.Any registered voter may request absentee ballots for a specific election or for a full calendar year.

SNAP cuts contributed to evictions zcross Oklahoma

Kori Petty fell behind on her rent during the government shutdown and found herself in eviction court Thanksgiving week.

Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation fishing report

Grand: December 6. Elevation is normal and stable, water temperature 53°F and murky. (USACE Lake Level) Largemouth bass fair on crankbaits and plastic baits around brush structure and points. Blue catfish good on cut bait and shad below the dam, main lake, and river channel.