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December 6, 2024

Kicking off the holiday season last night was the annual Okmulgee Festival of Lights Parade, which drew hundreds of people to downtown Okmulgee.This weekend, be sure to check out some of the other eve...

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ChallengeIssued!

December 6, 2024

As the holiday season is in full swing, donations are being accepted by the Salvation Army and local citizens have been spending their spare times ringing the bells and helping fill the kettle at the ...

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Wrestling tournament underway

December 6, 2024

Brock Gymnasium on the campus of Okmulgee High School will very busy today and tomorrow as athletes from around the area will compete in the annual Gary McKee Okmulgee Bulldog Classic Wrestling Tourna...

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Twin Hills 4-H Collects Socks

December 6, 2024

The Twin Hills 4-H Club recently collected over 200 pairs of socks for local Angel Tree gifts and to be used throughout the year for those in need. Pictured are Gabe and Dane Bonebrake, Liam Loghry, C...

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Meet Your Officers

December 8, 2024

DAWN CARTERREPORTERBehind the uniform, Lieutenant Dennis Cheary is a man with a story as multifaceted as the community he serves. Lieutenant Dennis Cheary’s story is one of transformation. From a troubled youth marked by adversity to a life committed to service, Lt. Cheary’s life experiences bring a unique perspective to his role with the Okmulgee Police Department. His path to becoming an officer...

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‘Star Spangled Christmas’ Parade is Thursday

December 4, 2024

Get ready to spread holiday cheer at the annual Okmulgee Main Street Festival of Lights Parade, which will take place Thursday at 7 p.m. in historic downtown Okmulgee. This year’s theme, “Star Spangle...

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Meet Your Officers

November 29, 2024

As part of our Meet Your Officer series, we are excited to introduce Sergeant Patrick Zickefoose of the Okmulgee Police Department. After finishing a demanding 12-hour night shift, Sergeant Zickefoose...

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OHS Hosts College and Career Fair

December 6, 2024

On Wednesday, Okmulgee High School welcomed 36 Colleges and Businesses as special guests for their College and Career Fair. Thank you to the sponsors, including Windy Chevrolet of Okmulgee, Clearview ...

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Mental Health Center faces building cost overrun

December 6, 2024

The state’s new behavioral health center for central Oklahoma faces a massive cost overrun because the project’s initial estimate didn’t include furniture and equipment and bathrooms must be redesigne...

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ODOT to host open house on proposed Hwy 75 improvements near Beggs

December 6, 2024

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) will host an open house on Thursday, Dec. 19, to discuss proposed improvements to the US-75A and BNSF railroad underpass in Beggs. The meeting will tak...

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Republicans to host Christmas party

December 6, 2024

The Okmulgee County Republican Party invites all county Republicans to a Christmas party meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 10, at the American Legion, 730 W. 6th Street in Okmulgee.Special guests include:• Bry...

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Lions Club welcomes Safe Harbor reps

December 6, 2024

The Lions were happy to have Sue and Amanda from Safe Harbor as our guest and speakers on Tuesday with Program Chair Mike Morrison.Sue is the Director of Safe Harbor that was established by District A...

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Harlan Ford Toy Drive Continues Through Dec. 19

December 6, 2024

The 9th annual Harlan Ford Toy Drive is currently underway, as the community has stepped up once again to donate new, unwrapped toys and bicycles for local foster children. Pictured making donations r...

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Pirates, Lady Pirates Split with Quinton

December 6, 2024

The Preston Pirates were on the road earlier this week, with the boys and girls team facing Quinton. The Pirates won by a wide margin, 66-27. The Pirates are now 2-2 on the season as they welcome the ...

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Bulldogs, Lady Dogs Open Season with Losses

December 6, 2024

High school basketball action kicked off for area teams this week including the home opener for the Okmulgee Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs at Brock Gymnasium. Facing a stout Glenpool team, Okmulgee fell ...

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NFL, Nike, NAAF partner to hold All-Star Game

December 4, 2024

Seventy Native American athletes from across the country will be selected to participate in the 2025 Native American All-Star Football Game on January 7, 2025, at The Star in Frisco, Texas, the Dallas...

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Preston tops Fairland in OT battle

December 4, 2024

The Preston Pirates opened their home opener with a hard-fought overtime win over the Fairland Owls, outlasting their opponents 41-39 on Nov. 22.Trailing 21-16 at halftime, the Pirates chipped away at...

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Preston Squads Take Split in Home Opener

November 29, 2024

The Preston Pirates earned their first win of the season last Friday in an overtime home opener against Fairland, 41-39. The Pirates are on break at the moment, but will return for action next week as...

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Henryetta, Morris athletes receive Class 2A-II District 4 Awards

November 27, 2024

Football players from Morris and Henryetta were recently named as recipients for Class 2A-II District 4 Awards.Henryetta’s Jason Powders was named Co-MVP for the district, while Brady Norman and Taylo...

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Meet Your Officers

October 18, 2024

In this installment of Meet Your Officers, we had the privilege of sitting down with Deputy Chief Dennis Northcross of the Muscogee Nation Lighthorse Police Department. With over two decades of servic...

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Greenwood Rising: The Rise of Black Wall Street

October 18, 2024

The Okmulgee Times had the unique opportunity to sit down with Director Aaron Williams and actress Fatima Marie, who portrays Emma Gurley, to discuss their powerful new film on the legacy of Greenwood...

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Anne Roberts People’s Choice Awards in Your Hands

For the Children

By Patrick

July 24, 2024

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Anne Roberts People’s Choice Award celebrates an individual and an organization serving youth in our state. It is named for the longest serving executive director for the Oklahoma ...

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Patrons Bank Hosts Community Backpack Drive for Local Public Schools

Drive ends Aug. 12

By Patrick

July 22, 2024

Patrons Bank is excited to announce a community backpack drive to support local public schools. The public is invited to donate a new backpack at any Patrons Bank location, and for every backpack d...

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“Jumping the shark” as bad in politics as on TV

By Joshua

June 26, 2024

Growing up as a child in the 1970s, I enjoyed my fair share of television shows. One of my favorites was “Happy Days,” celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. “Happy Days” starred Ron Howard, a Du...

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WSFCU Branch Manager is guest of Okmulgee Lions

By Joshua

June 26, 2024

Morgan Alexander Lions Club The Okmulgee Lions Club met last Tuesday evening at 5:30 p.m. for our monthly evening meeting at the Lutheran Church. We enjoyed a meal and fellowship, followed by a rousin...

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Commissioner post draws 4 candidates

December 6, 2024

The filing period for school, city, and county posts concluded Wednesday, with multiple candidates stepping forward to serve their communities.The District 1 County Commissioner post drew four candida...

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Man faces drug charges after arrest

December 6, 2024

A local man is facing drug charges after being arrested at a local casino in late November.According to the court document obtained, Terry Nuckolls was detained on Nov. 28 at the One Fire Casino after...

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Henryetta felon pleads guilty to possessing dynamite

December 6, 2024

A Henryetta man pleaded guilty this week to possessing dynamite despite a prior felony conviction.Steven William Burden, 46, admitted Tuesday to being a felon in possession of an explosive. Federal pr...

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December 6-7 Last Stop Christmas Shop Craft Fair |

December 6, 2024

Okmulgee First United Methodist Church will host its annual Last Stop Christmas Shop Craft Fair Friday and Saturday, Dec. 6-7, at the Rowe Family Life Center, W. 8th St. between Seminole & Okmulgee. V...

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HOROSCOPES

December 6, 2024

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Your pioneering spirit is in full swing this week, Aries. Embrace new challenges and don’t hesitate to get out front and take the lead. You just might inspire others with your co...