Fatal accident on Turner Turnpike

A hit-and-run fatality collision occurred on Wednesday, Feb. 2, on the Turner Turnpike westbound just west of the 183 mile marker in Stroud according to a report from the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.

Injury accident near Perkins

An injury collision occurred Friday, Feb. 4, northeast of Perkins on Prairie Rd. According to Oklahoma Highway Patrol. A Chevy pick-up truck driven by Kyle Hornberger, 36, of Perkins, and three other passengers was traveling southbound on a snow packed Prairie Rd.

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!

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.