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Drummond warns consumers to avoid ‘Bitcoin ATM’ scams
March 19, 2024
Attorney General Gentner Drummond is warning Oklahoma consumers about a rise in scams involving “Bitcoin ATMs” that are leaving victims with depleted bank accounts. “Bitcoin ATMs” are virtual currency...
Dodge Brawl Grants Awarded to Okmulgee Public Schools Staff
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Dodge Brawl Grants Awarded to Okmulgee Public Schools Staff
March 16, 2024
John Neal Jr. and members of the Okmulgee Education Foundation presented grants to Okmulgee Public Schools that were raised at the annual Dodge Brawl event last fall. The event raised $7,225.84 which ...
Okmulgee School board selects new officers
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Okmulgee School board selects new officers
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
March 15, 2024
Construction to begin this summer The Okmulgee Public School Board of Education convened for their regular meeting this Tuesday. The board unanimously approved all items on the consent agenda, which i...
Unraveling the Beggs Enigma
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Unraveling the Beggs Enigma
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
March 15, 2024
Editor’s Note: Within the historic tales of Okmulgee County lies a series of stories that have remained untold, unsolved, and unfinished. The Okmulgee Times is proud to present a g series: “Unveiling ...
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Lions Club plans evening events to attract new members
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
March 15, 2024
In the midst of shifting times, the Lions Club, a longstanding pillar of community service, is undergoing a transformation to engage new members, along with younger citizens. Okmulgee Lions Club Secre...
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Morris approves water changes
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
March 15, 2024
Public Works has ‘urgent need for applicants’ During Monday’s Morris City Council meeting, councilmen heard and approved a revised report from Aaron Mears, President of Mears Engineers, LLC, addressin...
MPS honors Teacher of the Year candidate
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MPS honors Teacher of the Year candidate
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
March 15, 2024
Winner to be selected in July The Morris Public School Board took a moment during Monday’s meeting to honor Nichole Leib, a recent nominee for Oklahoma Teacher of the Year. Leib has been recognized am...
Ball! Ball!
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Ball! Ball!
March 15, 2024
Leo, Okmulgee Public Schools Therapy Dog (In-Training), has been enjoying the warm weather and being out on the tennis court. Coach and Counselor James Quinn works with a member of the Okmulgee High S...
County residents honored at Making It Work Day
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County residents honored at Making It Work Day
March 14, 2024
Three area residents were recently honored by the Oklahoma Career and Technical Education Equity Council (OkCTEEC). They were among 15 Oklahomans and three businesses and organizations honored at the ...
Fetgatter Advances Legislation to Strengthen Laws Against Sex Offenders
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Fetgatter Advances Legislation to Strengthen Laws Against Sex Offenders
By Patrick 
March 13, 2024
  OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, today secured passed of a bill to establish stricter laws for convicted sex offenders following a tragedy in Henryetta last May. House Bill 3992 wou...
Bingo returns to the Times
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Bingo returns to the Times
March 13, 2024
The Okmulgee Times is bringing Bingo back again this year! Readers will find an official Bingo card in Friday’s edition of the Okmulgee Times. Patient (and lucky) players will ultimately get the chanc...
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Morris man injured in crash
March 13, 2024
A Morris man was injured after a two-vehicle Friday evening just east of Okmulgee. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol investigated the crash March 8, which happened about 7:23 p.m. at the intersection of U.S...
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Sheriff’s Office grant approved
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
March 13, 2024
OCEM Director reports on recent wildfires The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners approved several items during their regular meeting on Monday. Approvals included Blanket Purchase Orders for Distr...
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Fetgatter bill advances
March 13, 2024
Knights Law to strengthen sex offender sentences Rep. Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, secured passage Monday of a bill to establish stricter laws for convicted sex offenders following a tragedy in Henrye...
‘A Special ROAD Trip’
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‘A Special ROAD Trip’
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
March 10, 2024
Concordia University football team serves during Spring Break Rather than relaxing during their time off, members of the Concordia University football team from Seward, Neb. chose to dedicate their Sp...
Shivering for a Great Cause
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Shivering for a Great Cause
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
March 9, 2024
Shark Shiver raises funds for Special Olympics athletes Okmulgee County Sharks Special Activities Association (OCSSAA) made a splash this past weekend with its Annual Shark Shiver event, held at the O...
OPS Spellers Headed to Regionals
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OPS Spellers Headed to Regionals
March 8, 2024
Congratulations to Okmulgee Primary School spelling bee winners Ashton Brooks (champion) and Xavier Bell (runner-up). The duo will represent Okmulgee Primary at the Regional Spelling Bee in Muskogee o...
OWRB approves application for infrastructure grant
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OWRB approves application for infrastructure grant
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
March 8, 2024
Markers for historic Town of Grayson unveiled New signs marking the historic town of Grayson have been installed along Highway 266, offering a glimpse into the area’s rich past. Originally named Wildc...
New Okmulgee superintendent named
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New Okmulgee superintendent named
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
March 8, 2024
Martin Clay Vinyard hired to lead district In a unanimous decision, the Okmulgee Public School Board has appointed Martin Clay Vinyard as the district’s next superintendent. The move follows weeks of ...
Jail Fracas Fallout
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Jail Fracas Fallout
By TRES SAVAGE & TRISTAN LOVELESS NONDOC 
March 7, 2024
GRDA drops Lighthorse cards, tribes toss task force In the two months since the Muscogee Nation charged Okmulgee County Jail detention officer Matthew Douglas with battery for a physical altercation r...
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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...
American Legion celebrates 107th birthday
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American Legion celebrates 107th birthday
March 13, 2026
As The American Legion celebrates its 107th birthday, observed March 15-17, Legionnaires across the nation are reflecting on more than a century of service rooted in a guiding principle that has never...
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