Opal Faye Gifford-Sheppard

Obituaries

September 15, 2023

March 16, 1953 – September 12, 2023

Opal Faye Gifford-Sheppard was born on March

16, 1953, at Doctor’s Hospital in Okmulgee.

A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements and cremation services have been entrusted to Integrity Funeral Service.

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Keeping the Memory Alive

December 13, 2024

On the second floor of the Okmulgee County Courthouse stands a beautiful, glimmering Christmas tree adorned with delicate ornaments, each bearing the name of a victim whose life was lost to violent cr...

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ECE welcomes new CEO

December 13, 2024

Amidst energy regulation and national reliability concerns, East Central Oklahoma Electric Cooperative, Inc. (ECE) secures industry veteran Dwayne Elam as its new CEO.Elam brings 18 years of experienc...

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OSUIT, Starbucks hold gift wrapping fundraiser

December 13, 2024

In the spirit of the season, a small group of OSUIT employees participate each December in some type of giving back to the community event. In the past, this event has included donating non-perishable...

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Beggs Jingle Bells Day, parade planned Saturday

December 13, 2024

For those wanting a little bit of holiday magic in the daytime, Beggs will hold their annual parade Saturday at 11 a.m. Those wishing to enter should email atchamber23@gmail.com to sign up and for inf...

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Schulter teen publishes poetry

December 13, 2024

Koby Watford, a junior at Schulter High School, has published his debut poetry collection, “That Little Voice,” which is now available on Amazon. The book dives into the complex themes of selfdoubt, m...

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Commissioners hear presentation on alternative insurance coverage

December 13, 2024

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners met for their regular meeting on Monday, first hearing public input from Globe Life Insurance Agent Jacob Lakeman. Lakeman briefly presented an alternative i...

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GCTC celebrates fall LPN graduation

December 13, 2024

Green Country Technology Center (GCTC) proudly celebrated the accomplishments of eight graduates at the Fall Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Graduation ceremony held on Dec. 10, 2024. Family, friends...

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Free Christmas dinner planned for Okmulgee families in need

December 13, 2024

Families in need within the Okmulgee city limits can look forward to a free Christmas dinner on Saturday, Dec. 21, thanks to a collaborative effort by St. Anthony Catholic Church, Gather, 2/5 Food Pan...

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Festival of Lights parade winners announced

December 13, 2024

Okmulgee Main Street thanks the committee members and many volunteers, along with everyone who participated and helped make this year’s parade a magical evening. Congratulations to the following winne...

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December 14 OCT Christmas Show |

December 13, 2024

Okmulgee Community Theatre will hold a Christmas Show Saturday, Dec. 14, at 7:30 p.m. at the Orpheum Theatre, 210 W. 7th Street in downtown Okmulgee. Admission is $7, and children 12 and under are fre...

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HOROSCOPES

December 13, 2024

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, a special person in your life deserves all of your attention. Romance might be on your mind, and you’ll look forward to all of the time you can spend together.TAURUS – Apr...