House Speaker comments on Governor executive order

Oklahoma House Speaker Kyle Hilbert today commended Governor Kevin Stitt for issuing an executive order inquiring about contract employees across state agencies— a move Hilbert recently called for during his weekly press conference.

Maddison’s Corner

This is the one time that I really truly hate to say, “ I told you so.” Sunday was race day in Bahrain and there were no short of morale and mechanical issues.

Happenings

Bristow City Easter Egg HuntSaturday, April 19, 2025, starting at 10 a.m. Bristow Ciy ParkEaster Egg HuntC&J’s Kountry Fixins, Saturday, April 19, Noon to 3 p. m.Student Art ShowCollins Elementary Fifth Grade Class Art Show, May 1 through May 6. Open reception May 1, 4-6 p.m.Bristow Public library.

Quote

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Honoree named for 37th annual Wildflower 5K Run

As everyone knows, every May, Bristow holds its annual Wildflower 5K Run. This year will mark the 37th annual run and will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025. Every year someone very deserving of having the run dedicated in their honor is chosen.

History

Firefighters ran out of water while battling a house fire. The lack of water hampered the effort i fighting the fire.

Family Discussions

The young man walked slowly along the highway. He carried a backpack which was loaded with what could have been all his possessions. Although it was morning, sweat was already trickling down his face. The hot summer sun created shimmers on the highway ahead of him.

Hot weather during the old days

In May, when school was out, the weather was pleasant and life was enjoyable. As July and August approach, the hot summer days set in and for the most part, it was hard to enjoy the scorching hot days of summer.

Coffeetime Column

Ever been looked squarely in the eyes and bluntly told you are a bitter, angry person? Probably not. After all, who in their right mind wants to be within twelve feet of a bear and throw heavy stones at that huge, furious mass of muscle and bone? Nobody wants to face that.