Preparing now saves time and reduces stress when filing taxes

With tax season just around the corner, organizing W-2s, mortgage interest statements, dependent care forms, and other essential documents now can help reduce stress, avoid delays, and ensure taxpayers receive the refunds to which they are entitled.

Four fast fixes that make older homes warmer

(StatePoint) With the average U.S. home now more than 40 years old, many Americans are heading into winter with outdated windows and worn weatherstripping. As the cold front creeps in, heating bills will steadily increase through the season.

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 the second Thursday of the month at 1:30 p.m. at Chamber building. (purple builiding on 4th Street.

HEALTH & FITNESS

Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. Adults need at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity each week. This could be 22 minutes every day, 30 minutes 5 days a week, or any other combination that works for you.

Speaker of the House Kyle Hilbert has filed legislation to strengthen Oklahoma’s Strong Readers Act

Speaker Kyle Hilbert Files Legislation to Give Oklahoma One of the Strongest Early Literacy Laws in the Country Legislation builds on momentum of Strong Teachers Act to give teachers and students additional supports to read by third grade.

Take extra measures to help prevent check fraud

(StatePoint) The use of checks may be declining, but check crimes are actually on the rise due to new, creative criminal schemes.

Central Tech Open House: Explore, discover, and have fun

Join us on Sunday, February 15th from 1-4 p.m., as you step inside Central Tech for an afternoon of hands-on fun and discovery. This free event happens on both campuses and is packed with activities for all ages.

Bristow Community Center hosts 2026 Black History Program

The Bristow Community Center is proud to announce and celebrate the 2026 Black History Program.The theme for this event is: “Continuous Improvement through Education at All Ages.

Celebration dinner for Cook Around the World contestants

Today I had the privilege of taking my eight Cook Around the World contestants to a celebration dinner at the OSU Culinary Institute in Okmulgee.