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April 3, 2026
FFA to hold Spring Plant Sale

Okmulgee FFA is gearing up for its annual Spring Plant Sale, a community tradition showcasing months of student dedication and agricultural education. The event will be held Friday and Saturday, April 17-18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day.

The sale is located at the Okmulgee AgEd building, located at 610 N. Central Ave. All proceeds from the event directly support the Okmulgee FFA chapter. These funds provide students with classroom materials, leadership experiences and the ability to participate in FFA activities without monetary restrictions.

Please note that the sale is cash or check only.

OSL cancels annual Easter Egg Hunt
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OSL cancels annual Easter Egg Hunt
April 3, 2026
Okmulgee Service League has announced the cancellation of its annual Easter Egg Hunt, which was scheduled to take place this Saturday, April 4. The Service League released a statement: “We regret to i...
MPS honors Allred for service
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MPS honors Allred for service
April 3, 2026
Morris Public Schools is recognizing a legacy of leadership, service and commitment as longtime School Board member James Allred concludes 15 years of dedicated service to the district. School officia...
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Operation Sooner Shield nets arrests statewide
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April 3, 2026
A sweeping statewide crackdown on Medicaid fraud and abuse has led to arrests, criminal filings and significant restitution efforts, with one of the cases unfolding in Okmulgee County. Attorney Genera...
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Keep Okmulgee Beautiful Week approaches
April 3, 2026
Residents and businesses across the city are encouraged to roll up their sleeves and take part in Keep Okmulgee Beautiful Week, April 12-18. The annual initiative is more than just a spring cleanup - ...
Laughter Is the Medicine
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Laughter Is the Medicine
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
April 3, 2026
“Funny is funny … I ain’t never seen a color on a laugh.” David Motte said it while sitting on the old school stage inside the former Banneker kindergarten building, now home to Dunbar School memorabi...
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Election Day nears
April 3, 2026
Voters across Okmulgee County began casting their ballots yesterday as early voting began ahead of the April 7 election. Early voting takes place at the Okmulgee County Election Board office, Room 102...
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Safe Rides, Second Chances
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
April 3, 2026
For Austin Domebo, founder of Rez Taxi, the road to business ownership has been shaped by personal growth, responsibility and a desire to give something meaningful back to the community that helped ra...
OCT plans next production
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OCT plans next production
April 3, 2026
The Okmulgee Community Theatre is set to bring mystery, humor and a touch of the supernatural to the stage with its upcoming production of “Honeymoon at Graveside Manor: A Ghostly Farce,” written by P...
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Candidate filing opens with early entries
April 3, 2026
The 2026 candidate filing period is officially underway, with several individuals submitting their paperwork on the opening day for county, state and judicial offices. Several county-level positions s...
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Tickets available for Landmark spaghetti dinner
April 3, 2026
Community members are invited to enjoy an evening of food, fellowship and fundraising, as Landmark for All Generations, Inc. hosts a Spaghetti Dinner & Raffle Fundraiser on Monday, April 20. The event...
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