🎄 Warm Welcome – Wednesday, December 24, 2025

The holiday season is here, and there is a special kind of peace that comes with it. All around Pryor, friends and families are gathering to exchange gifts, share meals, and make memories that will last long after the lights come down.

Whether your plans include a big family dinner or a quiet evening enjoying the glow of the tree, this is a time to slow down and appreciate what matters most. The laughter, the love, and the simple joy of being together are what truly make this season shine.

From our hearts to yours, may your Christmas be filled with warmth, kindness, and unforgettable moments. Merry Christmas, Pryor.

Which downtown Pryor event fills Main Street with twinkling lights, hot cocoa, and smiling faces as Santa makes his grand arrival?

This week, we’re shining a light on a local organization that truly embodies the spirit of Christmas all year long. Pryor Home Rescue Mission, founded in 1963 by Vested and Opal Taylor, provides food, clothing, and overnight lodging to those in need right here in our community.

During the holiday season, that mission becomes even more meaningful. Their recent Christmas gift drive brought warmth and joy to local families, filling tables with food and hearts with gratitude. The image for this sponsor spot shows the pile of generous donations ready to be shared — a visual reminder of what kindness in action looks like.

📍 640 W Graham Ave, Pryor, OK
📞 918‑825‑1650

🌐 pryorhomerescuemission.com

Pryor Public Schools’ Therapy Dog Program is making waves this year, offering unique comfort and support to local students.

At the recent Council of Administrators of Special Education Conference in Oklahoma City, these friendly therapy dogs drew acclaim for their role in promoting student well-being.

Staff and educators shared how the dogs create a calm, welcoming environment where students feel safe, valued, and ready to learn.

Each therapy dog brings relief during stressful moments and provides companionship, directly nurturing empathy and emotional growth across classrooms.

By sharing their experiences on a national stage, Pryor representatives exchanged insights and fresh ideas to enhance a program already improving lives daily.

Their program, built with heart, continues to show how a little compassion—and four paws—helps students thrive.

As winter settles in and downtown’s lights shimmer against the chilly nights, there’s a distinct comfort found in savoring the season’s flavors.

Gathering with family for breakfast, unwinding after a brisk day, or baking treats to enjoy together all infuse the home with warmth.

These recipes invite the coziness of the holidays right into your kitchen.

Start your morning with pancakes that capture the very essence of winter comfort.

What do you get when you cross a Christmas tree with an apple?

A pineapple.

Wishing You a Merry Christmas

As the last gifts are placed under the tree and the aroma of holiday cooking fills the air, we hope this season brings you and your loved ones immense joy and peace.

Thank you for being the heart of this community and for allowing us to share Pryor's good news with you each week. May your homes be filled with laughter, your hearts with warmth, and your Christmas be everything you’ve wished for.

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If you’re a local business owner, we’d love to feature you! Reach out to info@positivelypryor.com to learn more about sponsorship or our Positively Local Advantage+ program.

And if you encounter a story of kindness, hope, or community pride, send it in — your story might be what brings someone else a smile next week.

Wishing you all the best,

— Ryan Dean & the Positively Pryor Team

The Pryor Christmas Parade