Memories

Memories

Memories

Few holidays seem to hold memories quite like the Fourth of July.
The Quiet Guardians

The Quiet Guardians

The Quiet Guardians

America’s story has been written by men and women who have served — safeguarding our freedom for the past 250 years. However, it’s not just the ones written in history books who are responsible for the immense privilege we now celebrate.
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Lightning ignites tank batteries

DRUMRIGHT — Drumright Fire Department members responded quickly after two tank batteries caught fire last week on June 23.According to department reports, two tank batteries located on Central Tech property were ignited after being stuck by lightning.

Sand Springs to Host Star Spangled Salute on July 3

SAND SPRINGS — Residents are invited to kick off their Independence Day weekend at the City of Sand Springs' annual Star Spangled Salute this coming Friday on July 3, at Case Community Park, 2500 S. River City Park Road.Festivities begin at 5 p.m., with a fireworks display scheduled for dusk.
JPaul McHenry

JPaul McHenry

JPaul McHenry

September 14, 1987 – May 30, 2026 JPaul McHenry, age 38, of Oklahoma City, OK, passed away on May 30, 2026. A proud citizen of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, he was born on September 14, 1987, in Claremore, OK, and raised in Mannford, where he was known for his humor, warmth, and lasting friendships.
Richard L. (Dick, Papou) Smith

Richard L. (Dick, Papou) Smith

Richard L. (Dick, Papou) Smith

Aug. 6, 1936 May 25, 2026 Richard L. (Dick, Papou) Smith lived a life defined not by titles, accomplishments or years, though he gathered plenty, but by the steady and extraordinary way he loved everyone.Richard was born Aug. 6, 1936, in Oklahoma City to Pete and Vera Smith.
Ruth Ann Olson

Ruth Ann Olson

Ruth Ann Olson

Ruth Ann Olson, a lifelong resident of Cushing, Oklahoma, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026, at the age of 53. Born on October 10, 1972, in Cushing, she was the daughter of the late Harvey Wright and the late Darlene Wright.