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In today's newsletter:
- Meet Congressman Brecheen at Broken Bow Library later this month
- How Googleās new solar deal could boost Broken Bow schools and EMS
- Broken Bow remembers an alum whose legacy will fund future students
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 98 and low of 76 degrees. š¶ Hot!
- Friday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., temps: high: 96, low: 73.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 98 and low of 72 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Congressman Brecheen Announces August Town Halls (oklahomafarmreport.com) ā Residents will have a chance to speak directly with Congressman Brecheen at a Broken Bow town hall on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, from 7ā8 p.m. at the Broken Bow Library. The visit is part of a three-day, 15-city tour across Oklahoma, giving local constituents a convenient opportunity to ask questions and share concerns close to home. 
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ā¢ Google secures 155 MW solar power in Oklahoma under 15-year deal (interestingengineering.com) ā A new 155-megawatt solar farm planned in McCurtain County is projected to generate millions in tax revenue, with funds specifically earmarked for the Broken Bow School District and local emergency medical services. Backed by a 15-year power deal with Google, the Crooked Creek Solar project promises construction jobs, long-term county funding, and more locally generated clean energy feeding the regional grid. Ā Ā Ā
ā¢ Betty D. (Slater) Gibson (yukonprogressnews.com) ā A longtime educator who attended Broken Bow schools and is helping fund future Broken Bow High School graduates through endowed scholarships has passed away at age 89. Her lifeās work in Oklahoma classrooms and counseling offices shaped generations of students, and her familyās scholarship gifts will continue supporting local seniorsā college dreams for years to come. Ā Ā Ā
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Trivia @ Mountain Fork Brewery ā
Mountain Fork Brewery, 89 N Lukfata Trl Rd, Broken Bow
6:00 pm
Thursday August 13
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Other local events
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š„BBHS SOFTBALL vs Muldrow (V/JV)
Broken Bow Public Schools Broken Bow, OK, USA
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DIERKS & BENNETT MEET THE TEACHER
Broken Bow Public Schools Broken Bow, OK 74728
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š„RJMS SOFTBALL at Valliant
Broken Bow Public Schools Valliant, OK 74764, USA
4:30 pm -
šBlack & Gold Scrimmage
Broken Bow Public Schools Broken Bow, OK 74728
7:00 pm -
ā«ļøMEET THE SAVAGES 2026!š
Broken Bow Public Schools Broken Bow, OK 74728
6:00 pm -
š„BBHS SOFTBALL vs Idabel (V/JV)
Broken Bow Public Schools Broken Bow, OK, USA
5:00 pm -
š„RJMS SOFTBALL vs Rattan
Broken Bow Public Schools Broken Bow, OK, USA
4:30 pm
Monday August 10
Tuesday August 11
Friday August 14
Saturday August 15
Monday August 17
Tuesday August 18
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Move and Mingle Meet-Up (Exercise For All Ages) ā
Idabel Public Library, 103 E Main St, Idabel
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Outside the Lines Coloring ā
Idabel Public Library, 103 E Main St, Idabel
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Happy Hookers Crochet ā
Idabel Public Library, 103 E Main St, Idabel
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Gaming Warriors ā
Idabel Public Library, 103 E Main St, Idabel
3:30 pm
Thursday August 6
Friday August 7
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- Wal-Mart posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate in Broken Bow. Apply here.
- GPM Investments, LLC posted a job opening for Cashier/Sales Associate - Store 4457 in Broken Bow. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Broken Bow here.
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- Family of Oklahoma State Penitentiary inmate alleges assaults, plans protest (fox23.com)
- Airtopia Adventure Parks Signs Letter of Intent with JA Development & Construction for Multi-Site Build-Out Program Valued at ~ $84 Million (natlawreview.com)
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