Fiery crash on turnpike leaves two dead

Tragedy struck Aug. 6, 2026 on the Turner Turnpike near Bristow. Fifty two year old Jamie Earp, along with his 22 year old son, Tucker Earp, both from Jay, Oklahoma were traveling eastbound on the turnpike returning from a rodeo. They were pulling a horse trailer loaded with horses.

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Always forgive your enemies; nothing annoys them so much.

History

LesGilliam, singer,song writer and Oklahoma Balladeer was the Western Heritage Days parade marhsall leading the parade down Main Street.

Community Events

Bristow Artisans and Gardeners MarketEvery Saturday 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.Tractor suppl y parking lot.ONLY through SeptemberWater 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.

ODOC inmates help assemble more than 150,000 meals for hungry children

The Oklahoma Department of Corrections joined forces with Feed the Hunger and Crossings Community Church to make a global impact, with incarcerated volunteers assembling nutritious meals for children facing food insecurity.

Local youth attend statewide Leadership Summit

Two Bristow students attended the 2026 American Farmers & Ranchers (AFR) Youth Leadership Summit July 21 – August 28. The annual retreat develops leadership skills in junior high and high school students that will prepare them for future educational and professional experiences.

That payment request might be fake: what to look for before you send money

(StatePoint) Digital payments are part of everyday life. Fraud experts warn that scammers are increasingly inserting themselves into these routine digital payment transactions, redirecting money in ways that can be difficult to recover.Many payment scams start with a message that looks real.

August 15 is National Relaxation Day, Here’s how to celebrate it

(SPM Wire) National Relaxation Day, celebrated every year on Aug. 15, is an annual celebration of self-care. Because reducing stress can have positive effects on your mind and your overall wellness, it’s important to take time to relax, no matter how busy life gets.

Oklahoma 4-H Horseman of the Year

Every year the Oklahoma State 4-H Horse Program awards a title and scholarship for 'Oklahoma 4-H Horseman of the Year.' In 2025, Killian Baker, a high school student from Creek County won the title, and this year her younger sister Kinsley won the award.