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Sapulpa police looking for driver who struck elementary student and left the scene

January 30, 2024
Sapulpa police are currently looking for the driver of a vehicle that they say struck a student as she was crossing the street and then left the scene of the accident.

Announcer wrongly identified using racial slurs at Sapulpa-hosted basketball game now seeking damages

January 29, 2024
An announcer at a quarterfinals basketball game in 2021 is now seeking damages against the newspaper that incorrectly identified him as the culprit in a profanity-laced remark caught on a live mic nearly three years ago.

“The best opportunity I had:” Central Tech student credits his school, instructor for success at Google

January 29, 2024
Unsurprisingly, a number of Central Tech students have gone on to start their own businesses or get great jobs working for companies with global recognition. One such case is that of Peter Sansing, who now works for Google.

Sapulpa’s emergency shelter still going strong at new location, will be available at least until noon Wednesday

January 15, 2024
So far, the shelter has seen 18 people, and they're not at capacity. "We're available for anyone who just wants to get in out of the cold and come warm up."

Hern announces 2023 nominees to Military Service Academies

January 9, 2024
Congressman Kevin Hern released a statement following the announcement of his 2023 nominees to the United States service academies. See inside for details.

Overnight food truck fire at Christmas Chute causes minimal damage

December 24, 2023
A food truck caught fire overnight at the Route 66 Christmas Chute, resulting in the loss of one food truck and some minor damage to the Westfall building at the corner of Park Street and Dewey Avenue.

Sapulpa High School Student Receives Full Scholarship to Dartmouth College through QuestBridge

December 19, 2023
Williams, who participates in Sapulpa High School’s speech and debate team, is the first Sapulpa High School student to earn a scholarship through QuestBridge.

Jingle Bells Sweepstakes asks the question, “what would you do with $10,000?”

December 19, 2023
Meet the seven winners at the Jingle Bells Sweepstakes from Saturday, and find out what they said they'd spend the money on!

“A Hallmark Movie moment:” Sunday wedding at Route 66 Christmas Chute fulfills bride’s dreams

December 18, 2023
Danielle wasn't sure she'd ever get married again. The magic of the Route 66 Christmas Chute changed all that. Read the heartwarming story of how loss turned into the love in a made-for-the-movies wedding in downtown Sapulpa.

Sapulpa’s Route 66 Christmas Pageant enhanced the beauty of the holidays

December 16, 2023
The winners of the Little Miss and Mr. Route 66 Christmas Pageant will be in Saturday's parade!
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