Friday, July 4th, 2025
Good morning, Stillwater. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local food banks face added stress as SNAP cuts reduce benefits for low-income families, making it harder for them to purchase healthy food. The program helps families buy nutritious food with an electronic benefits card (Oklahoma Department of Human Services). Stillwater News Press
- ➤ The Billups family received a two-bedroom, one-bath home from Habitat for Humanity in Stillwater on Wednesday. They celebrated with friends and family with a ribbon cutting — housewarming gifts, prayer, and refreshments marked the event. Stillwater News Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, four of the 100 new state laws in Oklahoma changed rules for higher education by expanding Oklahoma’s Promise eligibility, revising National Guard tuition fee coverage, ending state funding for DEI initiatives, and limiting student advisory roles — these changes will impact financial aid programs and student participation in colleges. The O'Colly
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Eskimo Joe's 50th Anniversary Celebration
11 a.m. to 9 p.m. — Eskimo Joe's — Free entry — Celebrate 50 years of music and fun at Stillwater's iconic venue with a week-long anniversary bash and a classic Street Party.
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5 Day Top Wrestling Camp at The Farm
July 21st-25th — The Farm — $550 Commuter / $600 Overnight — Experience an intense wrestling camp focused on skill development and elite training.
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2025 State 4-H Roundup
July 23-25 — Oklahoma State University — $140 — An epic experience for 4-H members with excitement, learning, and unforgettable memories.
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Dancing Turtle Arts Festival
All day — Downtown Stillwater Association — Free entry — Celebrate creativity with live music, art, and family-friendly activities at Stillwater's vibrant arts festival.
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Cowgirl Softball Youth Camp
Daily — Cowgirl Stadium — Registration required — Experience a week of softball skills and fun with the Oklahoma State softball program.
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