As you all know, Country Music News Blog and Country Music On Tour are headquartered right here in northeast Oklahoma. This state isn’t just where I work—it’s home. And right now, that home is hurting.
Over the past week, Oklahoma has been ravaged by wildfires, with Stillwater and surrounding areas suffering some of the worst damage. The notoriously strong Oklahoma winds have only made things worse, fanning the flames and destroying homes, land, and livelihoods. Families are now left picking through the ashes, trying to salvage anything they can from what was once their homes.
It’s easy for Oklahoma to get overlooked. We’re often dismissed as nothing more than a flyover state, but let me tell you—there’s a whole lot of heart here. When disaster strikes, we rally together. And now, our neighbors in Stillwater need us more than ever.
The Devastation in Stillwater
Local news stations, including KFOR, have been on the ground covering the destruction, sharing heartbreaking stories of families who have lost everything. If you need a real look at what’s happening, check out their coverage here: Stillwater Families Try to Find Something to Salvage in Fire-Ravaged Homes.
The images are gut-wrenching—homes reduced to rubble, charred remains of vehicles, and communities left unrecognizable. But what stands out the most? The resilience of the people. Amidst the heartbreak, there’s a determination to rebuild, to push forward. And that’s where we come in.
How You Can Help
Disasters like this hit hard, and while thoughts and prayers mean a lot, action means even more. If you’re in a position to help, here are some ways to make a difference:
- Donate to Relief Efforts
- Support Local Families Directly
- Many families have set up GoFundMe accounts—search “Stillwater wildfire relief” on GoFundMe.com to donate directly.
- Local churches and community organizations are also collecting donations of food, clothing, and household essentials.
- Volunteer Your Time
- If you’re in Oklahoma, check with local shelters and relief groups about volunteer opportunities.
- Organizations like Team Rubicon and The Salvation Army are mobilizing efforts to provide hands-on recovery support.
- Spread the Word
- Share this post, share the donation links, and help make sure these families aren’t forgotten.
- If you have a platform—whether it’s a blog, a social media following, or just a strong group of friends—use it to amplify this cause.
Oklahoma Strong
The country music community has always been one big family, and if there’s one thing we know, it’s how to come together when times get tough. Let’s prove that Oklahoma isn’t just a place on the map—it’s a community of fighters, helpers, and rebuilders.
If you have any other resources, donation links, or ways to help, drop them in the comments or send them my way. Let’s do what we can to lift up our neighbors in Stillwater and make sure they know they’re not alone in this fight.
With love,
“WhiskeyChick”