
"There ought to be a law against anybody going to Europe,
until they have seen the things we have in this country" (Will Rogers)
"I saw the real state of the union last week in Marlow Oklahoma. A bunch of us met at the elementary school, where we ate beef brisket and baked beans and the Chamber of Commerce recognized the Farm Family of the Year. The McCarleys won and their kids were mighty proud. ... I realized as we were sitting there, the State of the Union was eating baked beans, visiting with our neighbors and friends, enjoying each other's company. The "State of the Union" is not in Washington. It never has been and never will be. It's right there in Marlow, Oklahoma. ... It's not what is done in Washington, it's what is done here. It's about moms and dads being there. Marlow is where the country thrives."
Former Oklahoma Congressman J.C. Watts Republican response to President Clinton's
State of the Union Address.
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"Local Attractions" Chisholm Trail, one of the country's most famous historic cattle trails, celebrating its 130th year.Stephens County Historical Society Museum Historical Redbud Park, former home of the Marlow Brothers, and new home of the area's oldest Catholic Chapel, built before statehood. Marlow Flea Market, 1st weekend of every month. Old Fashioned Home Town Fourth of July Celebration, with one of the largest fireworks displays in southern Oklahoma.
Watermelon Festival, In August together with a rodeo drawing more than 20,000 visitors from across the country. KC Collectibles, soda pop bottles and soda pop memorabilia. Excellent Fishing is found at the lakes and many ponds in the area. Camping, boating, and swimming are all available locally. It is not uncommon for record fish to come out of Stephens County waters. Recently twelve of Oklahoma's top 20 Largemouth Bass were caught in Stephens County.
Hunting Enthusiasts find central Oklahoma excellant for Deer, Quail, Ducks, Geese, Squirrel, Wild Turkey and other game which are all plentiful throughout the area. Several 18 hole public golf courses are available in the immediate area. |
"A Short Drive Away" 30 Minutes to:
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| The
Wright Donuts |
Family
Inn Restaurant |
The
Squirrel's Nest |
| Giuseppe's
Italian Dining |
The
Sugar Plum Shoppe |
Taco
Mayo |
| Pizza
Hut |
Sonic
Drive In |
Burgers
& Beans |
El
Campesino Mexican Restaurant (580)658-7000 |
Ivan
P's (580) 658-6222 |
Joy
Luck Chinese Restaurant (580) 658-1253 |
Tunnel
Drive Thru (580) 658-6919 |
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LODGING |
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Marlow
Bed & Breakfast 512 S. Broadway 580-658-5664 or 580-658-1410 |
Century
Motel 906 Broadway Circle 580-658-6695 |
Town
N Country Motel 1007 Broadway Circle 580-658-5441 |
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