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šŸŒ± How Bristowā€™s 7th grade boys turned challenges into a standout season

Good morning Bristow! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ā˜€ļø

In today's newsletter:

  • How Bristowā€™s 7th grade boys turned challenges into a standout season
  • How Bristow leaders want you to help protect local children
  • How a Bristow lawmakerā€™s plan could slow your property tax hikes

Also on today's calendar: Vintage Market Days Presents - The Sweetest Season and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: A severe p.m. t-storm; windy, with a high of 78 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Saturday: Windy and not as warm, temps: high: 66, low: 42.
  • Sunday: Sunny and delightful, with a high of 72 and low of 49 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

1. One of the best basketball seasons of BMS' history (bristownews.com) ā€” Bristow Middle Schoolā€™s 7th grade boys wrapped up one of their strongest basketball seasons, highlighted by big comebacks and a three-game winning streak over Berryhill, Sperry, and Perkins. Student writers describe how the team overcame a mid-season coaching change, welcomed new players, and raised money at home games to support Bristow Middle School while building strong teamwork and discipline.
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2. April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month (bristownews.com) ā€” Bristowā€™s police department and city leaders are using National Child Abuse Prevention Month to urge residents to help protect local children. They emphasize that preventing abuse takes a united effort from families, neighbors, and community partners, and encourage everyone to stay vigilant and report concerns so Bristow kids can grow up safe and supported.
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3. House Speaker Applauds Passage of Proposed State Question to Slow Property Tax Growth (oklahomafarmreport.com) ā€” Bristowā€™s own House Speaker Kyle Hilbert is backing a statewide ballot measure that would slow how fast Oklahoma property taxes can rise, especially for homeowners and seniors. If voters approve it in August 2026, caps on annual property value increases would drop and a new tiered ā€œsenior freezeā€ would give the strongest protection to lower-income older residents.
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4. Under fire for AI image, John Waldron to resign from House seat (newsfromthestates.com) ā€” Bristow residents may want to note that their hometown lawmaker, House Speaker Kyle Hilbert, says he only recently learned of misconduct allegations against Tulsa Rep. John Waldron, who will resign his seat Oct. 1. Waldron, accused of sending an inappropriate AI-generated image, has ended his reelection bid and been suspended from the House Democratic Caucus while his name remains on the June primary ballot.
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  • McDonald's posted a job opening for Crew Team Member in Bristow. Apply here.
  • Sonic Drive-In posted a job opening for Crew Member in Stroud. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bristow here.

Ok Bristow! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Bristow

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Bristow

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.