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August 23, 2022

By News Staff

DAWN CARTER REPORTER It all started with a pair of distressed jeans, some creativity and opportunity and a little bit of time. A new business has opened in downtown Okmulgee, located at 307 W.

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Meet Your Officers

February 16, 2025

In this installment of our “Meet Your Officers” series, we introduce Chief Deputy Robert Heath of the Okmulgee County Sheriff ’s Office (OCSO). With over 25 years in law enforcement, Chief Heath has a...

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Late judge honored with memorial plaque

February 15, 2025

The Okmulgee County Specialty Court has dedicated a memorial plaque in honor of Judge Duane Woodliff, the founding judge of the program, as a tribute to his enduring legacy of compassion, service, and...

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Beggs City Council votes not to amend ordinance

February 14, 2025

Beggs City Council met Feb. 10 and voted not to amend a mobile home ordinance, while voting to table further discussion regarding an ongoing street maintenance issue, and approve purchasing trauma bag...

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Baldwin wins mayor seat

February 14, 2025

Voters across Okmulgee County cast their ballots on Feb. 11, deciding key races and propositions for county commissioner, city council and school board positions, as well as school bond measures. Belo...

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OPS board accepts Kimbley resignation

February 14, 2025

The Okmulgee School Board of Education held its regular meeting Tuesday, addressing the recent fire at the primary school, planned stadium renovations and the hiring of coaches for the next academic y...

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‘Journey of Hope’

February 14, 2025

As the state of Oklahoma approaches the 30th anniversary of the tragic April 19, 1995, bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City, a meaningful initiative is bringing remembranc...

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Patrons Bank wins Oklahoma Top Workplaces Award for consecutive year

February 14, 2025

Patrons Bank has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2024 honor by Oklahoma Top Workplaces for the second year in a row. This list is based solely on employee feedback through a third-party survey administe...

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A Love That Stands the Test of Time

February 14, 2025

In this day and age where love stories often seem fleeting, the bond between Luther Ray and Yvonne Sowder stands as a reflection of what enduring devotion means. Married for an incredible 65 years, th...

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The Heart That Pleases God

February 14, 2025

God delivered the Israelites from Egyptian bondage under the leadership of Moses, and they came to Kadesh-Barnea approaching entry into Canaan Land. There God instructed Moses to send one man from eac...

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Finding Redemption

February 14, 2025

At Hope House in Okmulgee, a quiet yet powerful transformation is taking place. Women who have struggled with addiction, trauma, and loss are finding new life through Anchor of Hope Ministries. Among ...

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Morris School board holds February meeting

February 14, 2025

The Morris Public School Board of Education held its regular meeting on Monday.All items on the consent agenda were approved, including the minutes from the Jan. 13 meeting and monthly financial repor...