Area Veterans

As we celebrate Independence Day, we pause to honor the men and women from our communities who have served this country in uniform. The following list recognizes veterans and active-duty service members by branch, with names listed alphabetically within each branch.

Drumright’s 1926 Fourth was marked by fireworks warnings, oil-field urgency and a town still building itself

Archived pages of The Evening Derrick show a young city shaped by railroads, oil, fires, boxing, baseball and everyday grit DRUMRIGHT — A century ago, Drumright’s Fourth of July message was simple: celebrate, but be careful.

Mannford’s Bicentennial celebration brought old-fashioned fun to a new lake-era town

Lake Keystone News pages show a community celebrating America’s 200th birthday while building its own identity after relocation MANNFORD — In the summer of 1976, Mannford celebrated America’s 200th birthday with a picnic, music, children’s games, a flag ceremony, square dancing, fireworks and a...

Creek County Arrests

The following were booked into Creek County jail between June 22 and June 29. All subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. The charges and bail amounts may change after court appearances and may not be current.

Mannford Arrests

The following were arrested by Mannford PD from May 23 to June 19. All subjects are innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.TRISTEN M. GREENE — Local warrant.RACHEL A. MELTON — Local warrant x2.KALIAH J. MASSIE — Trespassing. Local warrant x2. LAURA M. HAMILTON — Public intoxication.

Fireworks Safety

A bright Fourth of July can turn dangerous quickly if fireworks are not handled with care.Only adults should light fireworks, and children should never handle or ignite them. Light one firework at a time, then move back quickly.

Sand Springs Arrests

The following were arrested by Sand Springs PD between May 22 and May 27. All subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

Drumright to Celebrate America's 250th with July 4 Freedom Fest

DRUMRIGHT — The Drumright Area Chamber of Commerce is inviting residents and visitors to celebrate Independence Day and the nation's 250th anniversary during Freedom Fest 2026 this coming Saturday on July 4 at Whitlock Park.Activities begin at 3 p.m.

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.

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.