Philip David Lytle

Obituaries

September 18, 2024

Philip David Lytle

April 13, 1954 – September 10, 2024

Philip Lytle, 70, of Beggs, passed away September 10, 2024, in Beggs. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, September 21, 2024, at 11 a.m. at McClendon-Winters Life Celebration Center, 310 E. 6th St. in Okmulgee. Arrangements are under the direction of McClendon-Winters Funeral Home of Okmulgee.

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Downtown Okmulgee prepares for 2024 Harvest Spoon Chili Fest

October 9, 2024

Excitement is building, as Okmulgee gears up for the 2024 Harvest Spoon Chili Festival, an annual celebration that brings together food, fun and community spirit. This year’s event promises a full day...

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FFA to hold Rock-a-Thon Saturday

October 9, 2024

Group plans trip to National Convention for 3-Star Chapter honorsCome rock with Okmulgee FFA during their inaugural FFA Rock-a-Thon this Saturday in downtown Okmulgee.According to FFA Advisor Tim Tayl...

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County Commissioners discuss cybersecurity awareness

October 9, 2024

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners met on Tuesday, addressing a range of topics concerning county business, including cybersecurity tips from a local specialist in recognition of Cybersecurity...

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OHS Crowns Homecoming Royalty

October 9, 2024

Congratulations to 2024 Okmulgee Homecoming Queen Aaliyah Alexander and escort LeAundre Delonia. See additional photos from last week’s Homecoming festivities on pages A2 and A9.

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Weekend festivals promise fun for everyone

October 9, 2024

The tradition continues this fall as the Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce hosts the annual Pecan Festival on Saturday. This long-standing community event, set to take place at The Claude Cox Omniplex (295...

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OCHS Thrift Store to hold Customer Appreciation Day

October 9, 2024

To thank the community for their support of the Okmulgee County Homeless Shelter and Thrift Store, a customer appreciation day is planned this Friday. OCHS Director Rosie Lynch, board members, staff a...

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OPS mourns loss of senior student

October 9, 2024

The Okmulgee Public Schools community is mourning the loss of a high school senior who passed away over the weekend. Superintendent Clay Vinyard shared the tragic news with students and staff on Monda...

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OHS Holds Homecoming Parade, Ceremony

October 9, 2024

Okmulgee High School held its Homecoming Parade downtown, followed by the Homecoming Ceremony at Friday night’s football game. Picturedare some of the scenes from the festivities.

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Voter registration deadline is Friday

October 9, 2024

Friday is the last day to apply for voter registration to be eligible to vote in the November 5 Presidential General Election, according to Okmulgee County Election Board Secretary Ashley Carnes.Carne...

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October 11 OCHS Thrift Store Customer

October 9, 2024

OCHS Thrift Store will hold its annual Customer Appreciation Day Friday, Oct. 11, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event will feature food, drink, raffles and giveaways to thank the community for their suppo...

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WFD to hold annual haunted house

October 9, 2024

The Wilson Volunteer Fire Department is gearing up for its 3rd annual haunted house Saturday, Oct. 26. This year’s event will be bigger and scarier than ever, and will feature free hot dogs and drinks...