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January 21, 2026
Older Americans Act funding available for senior services in eastern Oklahoma

The Eastern Oklahoma Development District (EODD) Area Agency on Aging has announced the availability of Older Americans Act Title III funding for the upcoming State Fiscal Year 2027 grant cycle.

The funding opportunity covers a 12-month period from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, and is intended to support programs and services for adults age 60 and older. This funding is not available to individuals, but is open to qualified agencies and organizations through a competitive bid process.

Bid proposals are being accepted for services to be provided in the following counties: Adair, Cherokee, McIntosh, Muskogee, Okmulgee, Sequoyah and Wagoner.

Eligible service categories include: • Legal Services

• Health Promotion

• Outreach Services, including Homemaker services

• National Family Caregiver Support Program

• Transportation services (available in Adair, Cherokee, McIntosh, Okmulgee, Sequoyah and Wagoner counties only) Bid packets were available beginning January 16, and may be requested via email or picked up in person at the EODD office located at 1012 N. 38th Street, Muskogee, OK 74401.

To be considered for funding, attendance at the Proposers’ Conference is mandatory. A representative from each bidding agency or organization must attend the conference, which will be held on Friday, Feb. 6, at 9:30 a.m. at the EODD facility. The location is ADA accessible.

Completed bid proposals must be submitted by 12 noon on Feb. 27.

For additional information, to request a bid packet, or to ask questions about the funding opportunity, contact Heather Darnell, AAA Planner, at 918-9139584 or hdarnell@eoddok.org.

Interpreter services are available upon request. Advance notice is required for accommodations.

County Honors MLK Jr.
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County Honors MLK Jr.
January 21, 2026
Okmulgee County residents gathered across several days to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., with programs spanning schools, churches and community events. Activities included a ...
Winter Is Coming
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Winter Is Coming
By Patrick Ford Editor 
January 21, 2026
With the possibility of inclement weather and extended periods of sub-freezing temperatures expected to begin Friday and continue through the weekend, Okmulgee County Emergency Management, along with ...
OACL announces 2026 officers
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OACL announces 2026 officers
January 21, 2026
The Okmulgee Association of Christian Leaders (OACL) has announced its newly elected board of directors for 2026, marking another milestone for an organization rooted in prayer, unity and service to t...
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Commissioners approve emergency alert system
By Patrick Ford Editor 
January 21, 2026
The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners tackled a wide-ranging agenda Tuesday morning, approving critical public safety upgrades, authorizing new vehicles for the Sheriff’s Office, advancing road i...
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Preston tournament moved up to Wednesday
January 21, 2026
Due to projected inclement weather later this week, officials have announced a schedule adjustment for the 2026 Patrons Bank Invitational Basketball Tournament. The tournament will now begin on Wednes...
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OCEM Report
By JEFFREY MOORE OCEM DIRECTOR 
January 21, 2026
This report is a summary of activities Okmulgee County Emergency Management participated in and does not reflect all activities performed by or participated in by Okmulgee County Emergency Management....
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