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🌱 How Owasso’s new star could shake up Bixby’s title chase
You won't want to miss Garden Bros Nuclear Circus on the Owasso Patch calendar

Coffee in hand, Owasso? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How Owasso's new star could shake up Bixby's title chase
- Owasso family joins loved ones in remembering Lynn Roy Marak
- How a record Tulsa United Way drive could benefit Owasso families
Also on today's calendar: Garden Bros Nuclear Circus.
Today's riddle: What did one strawberry say to the other strawberry? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Partly sunny and hot, with a high of 99 and low of 75 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: A stray morning shower; warm, temps: high: 96, low: 73.
- Thursday: Partly sunny, with a high of 92 and low of 68 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• 2026 High School Football Games of the Week: Aug. 27-29 (on3.com) — Owasso football fans get a marquee home opener this week as Bixby visits Owasso Stadium on Friday, Aug. 28, in a nationally watched matchup. Coming off a 10-3 season, the Rams add explosive 2028 four-star transfer Kamieon Compton-Nero, while Bixby reloads after graduating star quarterback Carson Kirby, setting up a likely high-scoring showdown.
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• Lynn Roy Marak (thepampanews.com) — Family and friends in Owasso are among those mourning Texas native Lynn Roy Marak, whose granddaughter Taylor Simmons and her husband live in Owasso with their two children. The 77-year-old retired heavy equipment operator was remembered as a devoted husband, hardworking provider, and skilled craftsman who loved helping others and took pride in his home and family.
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• Downtown Deco Challenge launches $27,126,211 drive (tulsaworld.com) — Tulsa Area United Way just kicked off a record $27.1 million Downtown Deco Challenge campaign, supporting services across eastern Oklahoma that Owasso residents may rely on, like 211 Eastern Oklahoma. The drive also adds nine new nonprofit partners in Rogers, Mayes, and Delaware counties, expanding regional help with housing, utilities, food, and family services. Local donors and volunteers are encouraged to get involved.
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📸 Around Owasso
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Owasso
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★ Featured events ★
- Garden Bros Nuclear Circus →
801 E Outlet Dr, Jenks
4:30 pm
Thursday August 27
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Other local events
- Bixby Varsity Football @ Owasso →
Owasso High School, 12901 East 86th St N, Owasso
7:00 pm - 2026 September Small Business Workshop →
City of Owasso, 200 S Main St, Owasso
9:00 am
Friday August 28
Tuesday September 22
📣 Owasso Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- VB 9th - Var vs Tulsa Edison →
Collinsville Hs Collinsville, OK 74021
4:30 pm - SB Var & JV @ Claremore →
Collinsville Hs Collinsville, OK 74021
5:00 pm - SB JH vs Claremore →
Collinsville Ms Collinsville, OK 74021
5:00 pm - Softball @ Verdigris
Skiatook Public Schools Skiatook, OK 74070
5:00 pm - JH Softball vs Verdigris
Skiatook Public Schools Skiatook, OK 74070
5:00 pm - Volleyball @ Locust Grove
Skiatook Public Schools Skiatook, OK 74070
6:00 pm - JH Softball vs Sperry
Skiatook Public Schools Skiatook, OK 74070
5:00 pm - SB JH @ Claremore →
Collinsville Ms Collinsville, OK 74021
5:00 pm - SB Var & JV vs Claremore →
Collinsville Hs Collinsville, OK 74021
5:00 pm - XC HS & JH @ Claremore (Claremore Lake) →
Collinsville Ms Collinsville, OK 74021
9:00 am
Tuesday August 25
Thursday August 27
Friday August 28
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- This cutie patootie was running around 123 E Ave & 88th St N.
It looked like it had a collar on and looked pretty healthy so I'm guessing someone is missing it. (Nextdoor Lake Ridge) - Has Anyone had there fiber lap siding replaced with Hardie board on their house?
If so, would love your comments, and recommendations on the installers. Thanks in advance! (Nextdoor Sawgrass Park at Bailey Ranch)
- Mr. Handyman International, LLC posted a job opening for Skilled Handyman Professional - Carpentry, Drywall, and More in Owasso. Apply here.
- Dunkin' posted a job opening for Shift Leader in Owasso. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Owasso here.
🗞 Nearby News
Tulsa
- Tulsa knife sharpener turns teenage fundraiser into full-time business (ktul.com)
- City of Tulsa employee recognized for lifesaving response in March (ktul.com)
- Good Samaritans pull two passengers from burning car after Tulsa crash (newson6.com)
Ok Owasso! 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: If you weren't so sweet, we wouldn't be in this jam! (Thank you Patti F. for sending it in!)
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