A Literary Star of Okmulgee

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February 9, 2024

By DAWN CARTER REPORTER

Green Country has produced yet another literary gem - Shantaé Montgomery-Knox or Shantae’. Hailing from Okmulgee, this talented writer and proud alumna of Okmulgee High School has etched her name in the world of romance literature. Penning an impressive collection of 27 books (and counting), Shantaé is a rising star, captivating readers with her sexy, clever, fearless, and lovable characters.

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Candidate filing period set Dec. 2-4

November 29, 2024

The filing period for candidates seeking office will begin Monday, Dec. 2.Citizens wishing to serve can file for the following posts:• School Boards• City of Okmulgee Councilmember at Large• Okmulgee ...

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Cookie Crawl is tomorrow

November 29, 2024

The holiday season is officially underway, and as Black Friday sales entice shoppers to big retailers, Okmulgee residents have a special opportunity to support their local community this weekend. The ...

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Festival of Lights approaches

November 29, 2024

Get ready to spread holiday cheer at the annual Okmulgee Main Street Festival of Lights Parade, which will take place Thursday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m. in historic downtown Okmulgee. This year’s theme, “Sta...

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Meet Your Officers

November 29, 2024

As part of our Meet Your Officer series, we are excited to introduce Sergeant Patrick Zickefoose of the Okmulgee Police Department. After finishing a demanding 12-hour night shift, Sergeant Zickefoose...

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OT closed for Thanksgiving

November 29, 2024

The Okmulgee Times office will be closed Friday, Nov. 29, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. The Times will reopen Monday, Dec. 2, during regular hours.

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Henryetta brings holiday cheer with Mistletoe Market

November 29, 2024

The holiday season in Henryetta is about to get a dazzling upgrade as the Chamber of Commerce launches the inaugural Mistletoe Market and gears up for Shop Small Saturday. This highly anticipated mult...

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Cole reaffirms commitment to solving missing and murdered Indigenous persons crisis

November 29, 2024

There are 86 missing Indigenous persons in Oklahoma, according to data from the National Missing and Unidentified Persons Systems.At a Nov. 20 House Committee on Appropriations, Subcommittee on Interi...

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Okmulgee FFA Visits 911 Dispatch

November 29, 2024

A big thanks to Okmulgee FFA, who recently stopped by 911 Dispatch to share donuts with the crew. Pictured are members of the organization at the facility.

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Henryetta native receives top award from OHA

November 29, 2024

Tammy Powell, RNC, MPH, FACHE and President of SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital Oklahoma City and Bone & Joint Hospital at St. Anthony, received the Oklahoma Hospital Association (OHA) W. Cleveland Rod...

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Morris Heat and Air receives Neighborhood Fave award

November 29, 2024

Morris Heat and Air was among the recipients of Nextdoor’s prestigious Neighborhood Fave award, which were announced in October.“I’m very happy that our organization has won this award,” the owner of ...

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November 29 Coffee Vault Coat Drive |

November 29, 2024

The Coffee Vault, 511 W. Ozark in Morris, is holding a Coat Drive through Friday, Nov. 29. Bring a clean, gently used coat and receive 50% off a drink of your choice.