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January 26, 2024

EMERGENCYMANAGEMENT

Okmulgee County Emergency Management (OCEM) is responsible for managing natural and man-made disasters, emergency operation plans, hazard mitigation plans, requesting state and federal resources when needed beyond local capabilities, coordinating shelters and coordinating with local officials on emergencies during weather issues.

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Okmulgee Chamber hosts Legislative Forum

February 19, 2025

The Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce hosted its second Legislative Forum on Feb. 7, bringing together Senators David Bullard, Representative Scott Fetgatter, along with Representative Chris Banning to dis...

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County under Winter Storm Warning

February 19, 2025

As we approach a significant weather event, Okmulgee County residents need to prepare for a challenging few days ahead.The National Weather Service has upgraded the Winter Storm Watch to a Winter Stor...

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Get Ready for a Night of Laughter

February 19, 2025

If you’re looking for a night of unscripted comedy, quick-thinking actors and plenty of laughs, then mark your calendar for “Which Line Is Which?” - an improv comedy show guaranteed to entertain.Hoste...

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Journey of Hope

February 19, 2025

Last Friday, Okmulgee High School hosted a poignant and necessary presentation by “Journey of Hope,” part of The Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum’s outreach efforts to commemorate the 30th ann...

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Air Force vet honored with quilt

February 19, 2025

In a heartfelt ceremony on the eve of Valentine’s Day, Okmulgee Mayor Mickey Baldwin and his wife presented an Honor Quilt to Air Force veteran George Gully at the Okmulgee American Legion Post 10. Fa...

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OSUIT, RSC partner for Applied Industry Leadership program

February 19, 2025

Students at Rose State College now have expanded opportunities to seamlessly transfer into OSU Institute of Technology’s (OSUIT) Bachelor of Technology in Applied Industry Leadership (BT AIL) program,...

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Okmulgee County Community Garden Holds Work Day

February 19, 2025

Members of the Okmulgee County Community Garden met Saturday, Feb. 8, donned their work gloves and brought their gardening tools to prepare the garden for spring planting. They cleaned out the raised ...

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Sample ballots available for upcoming March 4 election

February 19, 2025

Sample ballots are now available for the March 4 election. Voters can download a sample ballot using the State Election Board OK Voter Portal at oklahoma.gov/elections/ovp or pick up a copy at the Okm...

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February 22 Henryetta First Christian Chili Dinner |

February 19, 2025

Henryetta First Christian Church, 412 N. 5th St. in Henryetta, will hold a chili dinner Saturday, Feb. 22, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The meal will include a bowl of chili or Frito pie, dessert and a d...

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HOROSCOPES

February 19, 2025

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, impulsiveness may cause friction with loved ones this week, so avoid rushing into decisions. Keep an open mind when others come to you with their thoughts.TAURUS – Apr 21/...

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Be a part of the solution at Child Advocacy Day March 11

February 19, 2025

Decisions are made by those who show up, as quoted by President Jed Bartlet from “The West Wing.” Voters who take the time to cast ballots make the decisions. Oklahoma has one of the worst voting perc...