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Harlan Ford Toy Drive continues
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Harlan Ford Toy Drive continues
December 12, 2025
The 10th annual Harlan Ford Toy Drive continues through Dec. 20. Organized with the support of the Okmulgee County Department of Human Services and the Okmulgee Police Department, this year’s toy driv...
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Beggs City Council hires new municipal judge
By KAY RABBITT-BROWER SPECIAL TO THE TIMES 
December 12, 2025
During its final meeting of the year, Beggs City Council accepted the resignation of the municipal court judge, hired a new municipal judge, approved an internet service contract, took action on a DEQ...
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OPS board handles staffing at December meeting
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
December 12, 2025
The Okmulgee Board of Education met for its regular meeting on Tuesday, with all members present. Board members approved the Nov. 11 meeting minutes, monthly encumbrances across district funds and one...
Downtown Okmulgee Is Merry & Bright
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Downtown Okmulgee Is Merry & Bright
December 12, 2025
Holiday spirits are high in downtown Okmulgee. Be sure to take a drive down Okmulgee’s 6th Street to see all the lights, including the decorated Council House Square, as the holiday season continues, ...
‘Care Cart’
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‘Care Cart’
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
December 12, 2025
Sometimes leadership doesn’t start with a title, a committee or a grant. Sometimes it starts with an 11-year-old girl who simply notices people around her - and chooses to care. That’s exactly what Morris Middle School 6th grader Jordan Pridemore did when she created the Care Cart, a hygiene-support station stocked with toothbrushes, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, hair ties, soap, school supplie...
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OFD Responds to Fire
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OFD Responds to Fire
December 10, 2025
The Okmulgee Fire Department, EMS, Okmulgee County Emergency Management and police responded to a fire that damaged an apartment in the 9 East complex, located off 1st and Inglis Streets, early Tuesda...
Honoring the Fallen
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Honoring the Fallen
December 7, 2025
On the second floor of the Okmulgee County Courthouse, a towering 12-foot Christmas tree quietly glows - its branches carrying a weight far heavier than tinsel or lights. Each delicate ornament holds ...
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Daffodil Garden Club Brings Christmas Cheer
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Daffodil Garden Club Brings Christmas Cheer
December 12, 2025
Members of the Daffodil Garden Club gathered to prepare Christmas plant baskets for Baptist Village residents. Pictured above left from left are Carole Culbert, Florence Jones, Carolyn Gannaway and Ja...
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MPS board reviews budget guide
December 12, 2025
The Morris Public Schools Board of Education moved through a full agenda Monday night, as district leaders reviewed key financial planning documents, approved policy updates and set several important ...
State Auditor, candidate speak at County GOP meeting
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State Auditor, candidate speak at County GOP meeting
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
December 12, 2025
The Okmulgee County Republican Party held its monthly meeting at the American Legion Post 10, where a crowd gathered to hear State Auditor Cindy Byrd now running for lieutenant governor - and Deputy S...
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ECU to hold graduation
December 12, 2025
Bachelor’s degrees will be granted to East Central University students as the university conducts its 2025 Fall Commencement ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 13 at 10 a.m. Congratulations to the following a...
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OCEM Report
By JEFFREY MOORE OCEM DIRECTOR 
December 12, 2025
This report is a summary of activities Okmulgee County Emergency Management participated in and does not reflect all activities performed by or participated in by Okmulgee County Emergency Management....
Lions Hold December Meeting
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Lions Hold December Meeting
December 12, 2025
Members of the Okmulgee Lions Club gathered for their December board meeting, welcoming District 2nd Vice President Monica Medley for a special visit that included award presentations, upcoming projec...

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Lady Demons claim third at Oilton
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Lady Demons claim third at Oilton
By TIFFANY BELL SPECIAL TO THE TIMES 
December 12, 2025
The Beggs Lady Demons wrapped up a three-day run at the Oilton Tournament on Saturday with a hardearned third-place finish, showcasing a team capable of resilience, balanced scoring and clutch plays t...
Golden Demons place runner-up in hard-fought Oilton Tournament
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Golden Demons place runner-up in hard-fought Oilton Tournament
By TIFFANY BELL SPECIAL TO THE TIMES 
December 12, 2025
The Beggs Demons left the Oilton Tournament on Saturday night with the runner-up trophy, a result earned through three days of determined, high-output basketball that carried them to the championship ...
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Lady Knights defeat Preston
December 10, 2025
The Henryetta Lady Knights used a dominant fourth quarter and a strong rebounding performance to put away the Preston Lady Pirates 51-39 last Friday night, closing out a physical and momentum-shifting...
Wilson squads roll to dominant wins over Putnam Heights
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Wilson squads roll to dominant wins over Putnam Heights
December 10, 2025
The Wilson Tigers and Lady Tigers delivered a powerful home sweep last Friday night, overwhelming Putnam Heights Academy in two commanding victories that highlighted Wilson’s depth, energy and early-s...
Pirates Outplay Quinton in Dec. 2 Victory
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Pirates Outplay Quinton in Dec. 2 Victory
December 5, 2025
The Preston Pirates (2-1) are off to a solid start, bringing home their second win of the season Tuesday against the Quinton Savages. Above, Kent Rice (3) fires a three-pointer over a Quinton defender...
Lifestyle
Salvation Army Bell Ringers Sought
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Salvation Army Bell Ringers Sought
December 5, 2025
Several residents took time out of their busy schedule last week to assist in ringing the bell for the Salvation Army Angel Tree. Pictured are Rev. Marcus Jeffery and Mark McGriff; Ken Ratcliff; and a...
Shop Small Saturday in Okmulgee
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Shop Small Saturday in Okmulgee
November 28, 2025
As the holiday season swings into full gear, the Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce is inviting residents across Okmulgee and the surrounding communities to take part in Shop Small Saturday on Nov. 29, a ce...
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Are We Thankful or Unthankful?
November 21, 2025
One of the godliest ladies I have ever known was Vivian King who was a member of the church to which I was called to pastor for over 12 years in Dustin. Mrs. Vivian had been the church pianist for dec...
Luv Ford Honors Athlete of the Week
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Luv Ford Honors Athlete of the Week
November 21, 2025
Congratulations to Henryetta senior Blaze Hill, who was recently recognized as Luv Ford’s Athlete of the Week. Pictured with Hill are HHS Football Coach Kevin Adler and Missy Nash of Luv Ford. Be sure...
Eastside, Second Baptist unite for joint service Nov. 23
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Eastside, Second Baptist unite for joint service Nov. 23
By Patrick Ford Editor 
November 19, 2025
In a rare and deeply meaningful step toward community unity, Eastside Baptist Church and Second Baptist Church will come together for a joint worship service on Sunday, Nov. 23, beginning with a 9:30 ...
Pet Calendar Photo Contest kicks off
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Pet Calendar Photo Contest kicks off
November 14, 2025
The Okmulgee Times and the Henryetta Free-Lance are inviting pet lovers across the county to show off their favorite furry, feathered or scaly friends in the 2026 Pet Calendar Photo Contest. The highl...
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Luv Ford Honors Athlete of the Week
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Luv Ford Honors Athlete of the Week
December 12, 2025
Congratulations to Talan Dobson, who was recently recognized as Luv Ford Athlete of the Week. Pictured with Dobson are Wilson Head Coach Matt LeGrand and Missy Nash of Luv Ford. Be sure to check each ...
‘A Christmas Carol’ Opens Friday
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‘A Christmas Carol’ Opens Friday
December 12, 2025
Okmulgee Community Theatre brings “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens to the stage this weekend. This performance will take place at the historic Orpheum Theatre in downtown Okmulgee Friday and Sat...
Bell Ringers Sought
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Bell Ringers Sought
December 12, 2025
As the holiday season continues, the Salvation Army seeks additional citizens, groups and any volunteers to help ring the bell. Please call Carol Smith at 918-758-6947 to schedule a time. Pictured tak...
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December 12-14 ‘A Christmas Carol’ at The Orpheum |
December 12, 2025
Okmulgee Community Theatre will perform ‘A Christmas Carol’ Dec. 12-13 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 14 at 2 p.m. at The Orpheum Theatre in downtown Okmulgee. Admission is $10 for adults, and children 12 and ...
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County sales tax income increases
December 12, 2025
The Oklahoma Tax Commission recently released city sales tax collection figures that primarily represents local tax receipts from October business. The monies they reported this period represent sales...
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