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New DHS office opens downtown
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New DHS office opens downtown
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
June 26, 2024
In a momentous event for the Okmulgee community, the new downtown office for the Oklahoma Department of Human Services (DHS) officially opened its doors with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, June ...
OPS names new admins
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OPS names new admins
By TONYA STRETCH SPECIAL TO THE TIMES 
June 22, 2024
In the wake of longtime Superintendent Renee Dove’s retirement, Okmulgee Public Schools is ushering in a new era of leadership with the appointment of several new administrators. This transition marks...
Okmulgee City Council approves Juneteenth proclamation
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Okmulgee City Council approves Juneteenth proclamation
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
June 21, 2024
The Okmulgee City Council held its regular meeting Tuesday as the members covered an agenda with various topics, including a proclamation for Juneteenth, budget discussions, and updates on community p...
Festival, car show and more on tap for busy weekend
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Festival, car show and more on tap for busy weekend
June 21, 2024
Looking for something to do this weekend? Well, there is plenty on tap around the area, including the annual Muscogee Festival, which officially kicked off last night. This weekend, there are plenty o...
Farm Bureau Women Donate to Food Pantry
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Farm Bureau Women Donate to Food Pantry
June 21, 2024
Members of the Okmulgee Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Team presented a check Wednesday afternoon to support the Salvation Army Food Pantry. Pictured from left are Leslie Lewis, Helen Harvey and Glend...
‘Thanks for the Memories’
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‘Thanks for the Memories’
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
June 19, 2024
Okmulgee Public School board, staff and administration and the Okmulgee Education Foundation and community paid tribute to Superintendent Renee Dove, whose final day of service to the district was Jun...
Sen. Thompson announces resignation
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Sen. Thompson announces resignation
June 19, 2024
Senator Roger Thompson, R-Okemah, submitted his letter of resignation last Friday. He was first elected in 2014, and has two years left in a third and final term that would have expired in 2026. “I am...
MN Festival performers announced
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MN Festival performers announced
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
June 19, 2024
This year’s Muscogee Nation Festival promises a memorable experience with performances from renowned artists, an engaging fashion show, and a nostalgic trip back to the 90s - all at the Claude Cox Omn...
New Director brings fresh vision to Main Street
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New Director brings fresh vision to Main Street
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
June 19, 2024
The Okmulgee Main Street program has welcomed Melinda De Santo as its new Executive Director. With a background rooted in Washington State, De Santo brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspecti...
Commissioners utilize Use Tax fund for county employees
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Commissioners utilize Use Tax fund for county employees
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
June 19, 2024
During their regular meeting on Monday, the Okmulgee Board of County Commissioners discussed several items regarding the use of Use Tax funds for county employees and other matters. First, they approv...
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Homicide investigation underway in county
June 19, 2024
The investigation into the slaying of a county man last week continues. On June 12 at approximately 1:42 p.m., Okmulgee County deputies responded to an area west of Beggs on the report of a deceased m...
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Election results for the June 18 Primary election will be published in Friday’s edition of the Okmulgee Times and online at www
June 19, 2024
Election results for the June 18 Primary election will be published in Friday’s edition of the Okmulgee Times and online at www.yourokmulgee.com.
OPS board highlights aerospace program
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OPS board highlights aerospace program
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
June 14, 2024
The Okmulgee Public School Board of Education met for their regular meeting on Tuesday, officially naming Clayton Vinyard as the next superintendent of Okmulgee Public Schools. However, the bulk of th...
Former D1 Commissioner Ballard passes
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Former D1 Commissioner Ballard passes
June 14, 2024
Former District 1 Okmulgee County Commissioner Ron Ballard, of Beggs, passed away Thursday morning. Ballard retired in Sept. 2022, after more than 15 years of county service. Ballard served as a commi...
Election Board shares voting tips, reminders
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Election Board shares voting tips, reminders
June 14, 2024
Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, for the State and County Primary Election and Special Elections for the City of Henryetta and Haskell Public Schools. Early voting for the Ju...
‘Dolly Parton’ visits OCCJA
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‘Dolly Parton’ visits OCCJA
June 14, 2024
Youth offenders receive therapeutic canine visit Shamron Zoellner, the educator at the Okmulgee County Criminal Justice Authority (OCCJA), recently introduced her Rottweiler, ‘Dolly Parton,’ to the yo...
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Man found shot in road
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
June 14, 2024
Investigation underway in county homicide An investigation in the death of a man found Wednesday afternoon on a rural county road is under investigation. According to the Okmulgee County Sheriff ’s Of...
Bountiful Harvest at Farmers Market
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Bountiful Harvest at Farmers Market
June 12, 2024
Among the new vendors welcomed this season at the Okmulgee Farmer’s Market is The Strawberry Lady Nanette Spyksma, with her strawberries and jellies. The local market accepts SNAP and the Double-Up pr...
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8th annual Harlan Ford Car Show is June 22
June 12, 2024
The 8th annual Harlan Ford Car Show promises to be bigger and better, with a fun-filled day planned Saturday, June 22. The event, co-sponsored by Western Sun Federal Credit Union, kicks off as the gat...
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County approves Preston bridge project
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
June 12, 2024
During Monday’s meeting, the Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners formally approved an upcoming project for BNSF to construct a bridge on Preston’s west side. Commissioner Erik Zoellner made the ann...
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Volunteers lead Beggs cleanup efforts
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Volunteers lead Beggs cleanup efforts
By Patrick Ford Editor 
March 14, 2026
In the wake of last week’s devastating tornado, the Beggs community continues to demonstrate the resilience and compassion that small towns are known for. Volunteers, utility crews, churches and emerg...
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Keep Okmulgee Beautiful Week set April 12-18
March 13, 2026
Residents encouraged to clean up properties, apply for free burn permits and take advantage of community cleanup opportunities. The City of Okmulgee is inviting residents and businesses to help spruce...
Faith, Fellowship and a Message of Hope
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Faith, Fellowship and a Message of Hope
March 13, 2026
More than a hundred young people from across Okmulgee gathered recently for a powerful afternoon of faith, fun and encouragement during the Okmulgee Youth Rally hosted by Restore Church at Dunbar Midd...
Bridging the Gap
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Bridging the Gap
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
March 13, 2026
Part 1 of 2 - In many rural communities across Oklahoma, finding a job is not always about whether work exists. Sometimes the challenge lies in something less visible, the gap between what employers s...
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Morris City Council hears report on storm siren installation
By KAY RABBITT-BROWER SPECIAL TO THE TIMES 
March 13, 2026
According to Okmulgee County Emergency Management Director Jeffrey Moore, severe weather sirens should be installed in Morris by April 30. Moore updated the Morris City Council on the sirens during th...
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