By: Scott Emigh, Editor-in-Chief
Central Ninth Grade Center in downtown Sand Springs was briefly evacuated Wednesday morning due to a fire. Early reports indicate it was a trash can that combusted--possibly due to a lit cigarette.
The incident was quickly contained by the SSFD and school is currently back in session.
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On August 16, 2025, Mildred Joan Davis ("Joanne") (nee, Brown), beloved Mother and Grandmother was taken from this life to the next into the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She dedicated her life to the education of children and to her family.
Sand Springs Public Schools is proud to introduce the 2024-25 Site Teachers of the Year! Representing each of our schools, these outstanding educators exemplify excellence, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to the students of Sand Springs.
Three of the films that Circle Cinema is showcasing were filmed in the Sand Springs area, including “Out,” “Inside the Mind of Virgil Hammond,” and “When Shadows Lay Darkest.”
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Sandite Pride is the only locally owned and operated news source for Sand Springs, Oklahoma. Sandite Pride News was founded in 2014 by Scott Emigh. The site is primarily focused on Sandite sports, Sand Springs city development, events, and community news.
The City of Sand Springs is pleased to announce that a new Chipotle Mexican Grill will be built at 420 S. Highway 97 in Sand Springs, further strengthening the community’s growing commercial landscape. The restaurant will be located within Sheffield Crossing; a key development area being advanced by the City of Sand Springs.