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Creek County Democrats scholarship deadline approaches

The Creek County Democratic Party 2022 Scholarship deadline is March 1, 2022. In past years, scholarships have been awarded to students from Bristow, Mannford, Depew, Kellyville, Drumright, and Sapulpa. The Democrats hope to award up to two $1000 scholarships in 2022.

How to Properly Dispose of Unused or Expired Prescription Medications

Do you have unused or expired prescription medication in your home? Are you unsure what to do with them? There are easy and convenient options to properly and safely dispose of these medications. Options include taking them to a permanent disposal kiosk or using an at home medication disposal kit.

Yale Fire Department partners with Red Cross

Yale Fire Department officials recently informed the public they will be able to install smoke alarms for free. “We are excited to announce that through a partnership with the Red Cross, the Yale Fire Department can now install smoke alarms in the community for free,” stated an online release.
Snow Day!

Snow Day!

Snow Day!

Above: Etha Lamb Tinnie helped birds like this fox sparrow get through the worst of the winter weather. Right: While short lived, this charming snow-couple graced the lawn at Leslie Hall’s house in Cushing.

Bulletin Board

Cushing, Drumright, Yale, Agra, Mannford, Oilton, Olive, Ripley… If your school, church, club, sports team, association, organization or non-profit group is holding an event, fundraiser, or even just a regular meeting, let us know so we can let everyone else know.
Snow White Memories

Snow White Memories

Snow White Memories

Cushing City Crews were out early Friday, blading and removing snow from city streets by the dump truck load.
Local schools see increase in funding

Local schools see increase in funding

Local schools see increase in funding

A total of 330 public schools, including some local area schools should expect an increase to funds thanks to the allocation of Senate Bill 229 — the Redbud School Funding Act.
Books

Books

Books

I have always been an avid reader. Most of my literary consumption is fiction, however I do sprinkle in non fiction from time to time if it lines up with my special interests.