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September 17, 2025

Judith Shanks

Judith A. Shanks passed from this life on September 13, 2025. She was born on July 16, 1957, to Leon Ast and later gained a wonderful mother in Wanda Ast.

Judy loved to spend time with her family. She has 11 brothers and sisters, and way too many nieces and nephews to count.

Judy is preceded in death by both her parents. She leaves behind her daughter Angela and son-in-law Shawn; son Michael and daughter-in-law Tina; all of her grandchildren, Kylie, Jessica, Courtney, Marah, July 16, 1957 – September 13, 2025

Trinity and Landen; and her great grandson Joey. She will be missed every day.

The family will be having a celebration of life on Sunday at her favorite fishing spot, Nichols Park, for a day of family fun and fishing.

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Early voting begins tomorrow

By Patrick Ford Editor

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Voters across Okmulgee County will soon have the opportunity to make their voices heard, as early voting begins Thursday ahead of the April 7 election. At the same time, those interested in serving th...

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Legislative Forums set for Friday

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Okmulgee County residents are invited to attend the upcoming Legislative Forums this Friday. Representatives Scott Fetgatter and Chris Banning, along with Senator Bryan Logan, will share with constitu...

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County Commissioners address agreements, policies at meeting

By Patrick Ford Editor

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The Okmulgee County Board of County Commissioners tackled a wide range of business Monday morning, with key discussion centering on updating purchasing card (P-Card) policies, approving a revised 911 ...

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OPL launches Story-Time for young readers

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A new chapter of family-friendly programming is beginning at the Okmulgee Public Library, and it’s designed to bring readers of all ages together in a fun, relaxed setting. The library is launching Fa...

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April 2 Citywide Prayer Band |

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The Okmulgee Citywide Prayer Band meets each Thursday at 2 p.m. at Conversion Ministry Church, 1330 E. MLK Dr. in Okmulgee.