City orders utility study, rate hike possible

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In the coming months, Marlow residents’ utility bill could go up.
Tuesday night, the Marlow Municipal Authority, which meets jointly with the city council each month, approved the engagement of Municipal Finance Services, Inc.
The main function of the company is to study the cost of operation of Marlow’s water and sewer services.

Central High fire claims RV and barn

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CHARRED REMAINSIt started as a controlled burn, and ended threatening several structures as fire crews battled the blaze.
Shortly before 2 p.m., last Thursday, Craig Hadley was burning some brush, according to Central High Volunteer Fire Department chief Dan Eberhart.

Lions hosting kickoff hamburger feed to start season

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NICE SET OF BUNSIn an annual tradition, the first Marlow football game will include hamburgers from the Marlow Lions Club.
Prior to the start of the first game, the Lions Club will host its annual hamburger cookout at the elementary school cafeteria.

Marlow PD: Hoping for the best, training for the worst

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SIMULATION“There is no such thing as a routine traffic stop.”
Take it from a veteran police officer that has handled pulled over “a thousand” vehicles.
“I can’t stand the term ‘routine,’” said Marlow police officer Tony Lynch. “It’s the most dangerous and common thing I do.”

Former sheriff’s deputy charged with rape, kidnapping

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CHARGEDA former Stephens County Sheriff’s deputy received five felony counts Monday afternoon, including charges of rape and kidnapping while on the job earlier this year.
Brandon Wiley Balthrop, 27, of Duncan, surrendered to authorities last Thursday in anticipation of charges.