Pryor, OK
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About Pryor
- • Country singer Hoyt Axton, known for "Joy to the World", was born in Pryor.
- • The MidAmerica Industrial Park, one of the largest in the U.S., began near Pryor.
- • The railroad's arrival in the late 19th century spurred Pryor's early growth.
- • Legend says a monster, dubbed "The Pryor Dog," was sighted near the town.
- • The construction of the Pensacola Dam on the Grand River flooded native lands.
- • Named for Nathaniel Pryor, of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, it was founded in 1870.
- • The population is about 9,700, showing slow growth since 2010.
- • Sitting at 745 feet, the elevation provides rolling hills and scenic views.
- • Manufacturing and agriculture are key sectors employing many local residents.
- • Pryor offers a sense of small-town charm and friendly community spirit.
- • The Tulsa Drillers, a minor league baseball team, are located about an hour away.
- • Pryor High School's football team won state championships in 1987 and 1990.
Artists From Pryor
Songs About Pryor
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