Preston Jump Rope Team to attend state jump rope competition

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April 26, 2022

By News Staff

Preston Jump Rope provides instruction and experiences to students in 1st grade and up learning different skills with the jump rope, developing coordination, endurance and teamwork. The Preston Jump Rope Team has been a model for producing youth who are passionate about jump rope, physical activity, and civic engagement since 2012.

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Council approves budget at meeting

June 21, 2025

The Okmulgee City Council gathered for its regular meeting on Monday, June 17, in council chambers at City Hall, opening with full attendance and a spirit of unity. Mayor Mickey Baldwin welcomed counc...

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Main Street awarded AARP grant

June 20, 2025

A neglected downtown alleyway in Okmulgee is set for a major makeover, thanks to a newly awarded AARP Community Challenge grant. The funding will help Okmulgee Main Street transform the underutilized ...

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OCSO investigates attempted cattle theft in Twin Hills area

June 20, 2025

The Okmulgee County Sheriff ’s Office (OCSO) is actively investigating an attempted cattle theft that occurred recently in the Twin Hills area. According to Sheriff Eddy Rice, unknown suspects cut thr...

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Buss Crowned Wins Ugly Recliner Contest

June 20, 2025

The winner of the new recliner from Burnett Furniture of Henryetta is Brayden Buss. He is pictured with his wife Lauren and baby Judson, and found out there is plenty of room for Fielder, Nora and Wya...

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Deep Fork River expected to crest

June 20, 2025

Okmulgee County Emergency Management is closely monitoring rising water levels along the Deep Fork River, as the river is forecast to crest at 23 feet near Webster Road by Saturday, signaling the pote...

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Okmulgee FFA, community bid fond farewell to Tim Taylor

June 20, 2025

The Okmulgee community will gather on Friday, June 27, to celebrate an educator, mentor, and community leader as Tim Taylor, agricultural education teacher and FFA advisor at Okmulgee High School, pre...

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Redfearns Celebrate 50th Anniversary

June 20, 2025

Glenda Adams and Clifton Redfearn are celebrating 50 years of marriage on June 20. The couple were united in marriage on June 20,1975, at First Christian Church in Okmulgee. Clifton is a proud Vietnam...

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FUMC to host ‘Road Trip’ VBS June 23-27

June 20, 2025

Buckle up for faithfilled fun this summer, as First United Methodist Church of Okmulgee invites local children to hop aboard for Vacation Bible School 2025, themed “Road Trip - On the Go with God.”Set...

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FBC-South thanks Times, community for support

June 20, 2025

Dear Editor,Thank you for your write-ups and the publicizing of our First Baptist Church-South 15th Annual Car Show for 2025! Thank you surrounding communities for coming out and cordially participati...

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10 Years Ago (2015)

June 20, 2025

• Okmulgee School superintendent Tod Williams and the school board faced some difficult discussions due to diminishing financial support from the state and a declining enrollment.• The Muscogee (Creek...

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Engines Roar, Tunes Soar

June 20, 2025

The engines are revving, the chrome is gleaming and the countdown is on for one of the most exciting community events of the summer. The 9th annual Harlan Ford Car Show rolls into town Saturday, June ...