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Introduction to Pryor Creek, Oklahoma
Pryor Creek has a population of 8,659.
Pryor Creek History
Pryor Creek was originally known as Coo-Y-Yah. The city is also referred to as Pryor. Nearly every building in the city was destroyed by an F4 tornado on April 27, 1942. It is the county seat of Mayes County, which was established on November 16, 1907.
Pryor Creek and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Pryor Creek
One can visit the Whitaker Park and Westside Park while staying in Pryor Creek. The city is also home to many churches, including the Westside Freewill Baptist Church, the Pryor Missionary Baptist Church, the Pryor First Assembly of God and Saint Johns Lutheran Church. The Snowdale State Park, the Disney/Little Blue State Park, Spavinaw State Park and Cherokee State Park are all nearby as well.
Pryor Creek Transportation
Tulsa International Airport is the nearest major air transportation facility.
Pryor Creek Higher Education
Northeastern State University, the University of Tulsa and Tulsa Community College provide facilities for higher education.
Comparing Pryor Creek to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Oklahoma (State):
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