Dewar powerlifting receives State rings

July 10, 2024

In March, the Dewar Dragons had eight members of the powerlifting team qualify for the State Powerlifting Meet in El Reno. All eight placed in the top 10 of each of their weight divisions for a grand total of 9,870 lbs. with 84 points. That score made the Dragons the Small School State Powerlifting Champions for 2024.

The team came together, and everyone contributed to the win. Hard work pays off!

Team members include Cash Faulkner (132 lb.), Keelan Berry (157 lb.), Naea Corbin (198 lb.), Nevin Corbin (198 lb.), Issac Powell (220 lb.), Damian Smith (220 lb.), Kade Henderson (242 lb.) and Kade Birdtail (275 lb.). Coaches are Josh Been, Jarod Powell and Marshall Been.

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Fall into Reading

October 13, 2024

The Friends of the Okmulgee Public Library will host their annual Fall into Reading Book Sale starting next week from Oct. 14-19. This community event will take place at the Okmulgee Public Library, l...

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Big weekend ahead for Okmulgee

October 11, 2024

A perfect weekend of celebration and community spirit awaits as two of Okmulgee’s favorite annual events - the Pecan Festival and Harvest Spoon Chili Festival - take place this Saturday, Oct. 12. With...

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Meet Your Officers

October 11, 2024

Our latest Meet Your Officers feature introduces Lieutenant Rocky Morrow, a dedicated firefighter with the Okmulgee Fire Department. With nearly 22 years of service under his belt, Lieutenant Morrow’s...

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Indigenous Peoples’ Day is Oct. 14

October 11, 2024

On Monday, a celebration of culture in honor of Indigenous Peoples Day will be held from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on the lawn of the Creek Nation Council House. The day promises a variety of activities highli...

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Pecan Festival

October 11, 2024

Okmulgee’s annual Pecan Festival returns with a community focus Saturday, Oct. 12, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Claude Cox Omniplex. This year’s event will feature a talent showcase, baking contest, ...

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OPS board approves cardiac emergency plan

October 11, 2024

The Okmulgee Public Schools Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, addressing matters ranging from efforts for more community involvement in school events and recent policy up...

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Veterans Housing Initiative

October 11, 2024

A new housing initiative is set to provide much-needed support for veterans in Okmulgee, addressing the growing concern of veteran homelessness while simultaneously stimulating the local economy. The ...

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OCEM Report

October 11, 2024

This report is a summary of the week’s activities and highlights key events and operations conducted by the Emergency Management Office.--- Board of County Commissioners Meeting This week, I attended ...

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OSUIT to host medication take-back event Oct. 15

October 11, 2024

OSUIT will host a medication take-back event Tuesday, Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the north drive of Covelle Hall (look for signs).Residents are encouraged to bring any unused or expired medica...

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Growing Power summit planned Nov. 7-8

October 11, 2024

The College of the Muscogee Nation (CMN) is excited to announce the first annual “Growing Power: A Climate, Nutrition & Food Sovereignty Summit,” taking place Nov. 7-8, 2024. This groundbreaking event...

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Smith earns Jerry Shoemake Award

October 11, 2024

Henryetta FFA and 4-H member Avery Smith was awarded the 2024 Jerry Shoemake All Around Exhibitor Award from the Okmulgee County Free Fair. Avery has been a 4-H member for the last nine years, first s...