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Cops led fatal chase over car's paper tag. Body cam raises questions about why.

Bristow, Oklahoma · Bristow

Cops led fatal chase over car's paper tag. Body cam raises questions about why.

80% Center coverage: 20 sources

An unnecessary and deadly high-speed car chase ensued after a police officer threatened to physically remove the Bristow mom and jail her for a suspended license and unregistered vehicle.See the Story

Tech Company Touted for Expanison by State Lawmakers

Technology · Bristow

Tech Company Touted for Expanison by State Lawmakers

75% Center coverage: 4 sources

House and Senate leaders are touting the announcement of Kratos Defense and Security Solutions expanding with plans to open a new advanced manufacturing facility in Bristow, Oklahoma to produce its GEK (GE Aerospace-Kratos) turbofan engines.See the Story

City of Bristow to enforce junk vehicle ordinance beginning in July

Bristow, Oklahoma · Bristow

City of Bristow to enforce junk vehicle ordinance beginning in July

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The City of Bristow said beginning in July, any junk car that has been sitting in resident’s yards will be cited as a nuisance. This includes major parts such a s bodies, engines, frames, rear ends, and transmissions.Read Article

Evans hired as new Sapulpa wrestling coach - Sapulpa Herald

SAPULPA – After several months without one, Sapulpa finally has a new head wrestling coach: Will Evans, who was hired last week, about two months after he originally interviewed for the job. It’s a bit of a full circle moment for Evans, who started his career as a teacher and wrestling coach here at Sapulpa way back in 1995-96 and ‘96-97. After many years away, including the last eight rebuilding the Westmoore wrestling program and the previous …Sports · Sapulpa Read Article

BOCC saves money by switching Insurance Carrier - Sapulpa Herald

SAPULPA –– At their weekly meeting on Monday, the Board Of County Commissioners voted to approve the proposal from Insurica for Property and Liability Insurance and Workers’ Compensation Insurance, and authorize Chairman Newt Stephens to sign binding agreements. The County will remain with Lexington, Axis, James River, Seneca, and Coalition Insurance Company, and move to Travelers Insurance for all other insurance. Jon LaFevers, Insurica represe…Sapulpa · Sapulpa Read Article

Drumright community group making waves

DRUMRIGHT — Drumright community members have joined together to provide an opportunity for connection to their youth with the formation of the Anchored Youth initiative which kicked off with a community block party launching the summer program — The Wave, recently.Drumright · Drumright Read Article

Standoff results in investigation

OILTON — An attempted traffic stop in Oilton escalated in officers surrounding a residence near Fulton Street on June 22. The situation was brief according to Oilton Police Department Patrol Supervisor Cody Crank.Oilton · Oilton Read Article

Kiefer Mourning Sudden Death of Officer

100% Center coverage: 3 sources

The Kiefer community is mourning after the unexpected death of an officer.Officer Robert Schiavone, 50, died unexpectedly off duty. The Kiefer police chief told 2 News that Schiavone was the epitome of health and had a sudden medical incident. Paramedics responded but could not save him.Schiavone and his wife were days away from their 20th anniversary. They had five daughters.His wife shared this photo of him with one of his daughters with 2 New…Merck · Kiefer See the Story

Bristow man receives sentence for murder of 5-year-old daughter

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

A Bristow man who pled guilty in federal court to the second-degree murder of his 5-year-old daughter was sentenced to life imprisonment.Bristow, Oklahoma · Bristow See the Story

Sherwood Park Farmers Market celebrates 50th anniversary

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Produce, crafts, local goods, and community were all on display as the Sherwood Park Farmers Market celebrated its 50th anniversary on Wednesday, June 11.Sherwood Park · Sherwood Park See the Story

The Fannings celebrate 25 years of ministry at Sapulpa Bible Church

"Everyone who knows my dad knows that his greatest passion in life is sharing the good news of salvation with everyone he meets." Pastor Mike Fanning's son Stephen—who is also a pastor—writes about his family's milestone at Sapulpa Bible Church.Sapulpa · Sapulpa Read Article