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July 28, 2023
‘No secret meetings held’ PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR Part 1 After a report aired recently on Fox 23 titled “Records: Okmulgee Co. commissioners, jail leaders, DA worked behind-the-scenes to help oust 91...
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July 28, 2023
The public is invited to enjoy a day of swimming competition this Saturday beginning at 10 a.m. as the Okmulgee County Family YMCA will host several other teams for a meet. There is no cost to attend ...
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July 26, 2023
Julie Norem honored at luncheon The Oklahoma 4-H Youth Development program is designed around the concept of learning by doing - and that concept isn’t just for club members. Parents and volunteers ca...
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July 26, 2023
Vanessa VanCleave, a teacher at Schulter Schools, is happy to announce the release this week of her new memoir. The book, “Hearing Aids - How A Deaf Child with AIDS Taught Me to Hear Gods Voice,” tell...
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July 26, 2023
Dr. Bill R. Path to start new chapter after 38 years in higher education After an illustrious career spanning 38 years in higher education, Dr. Bill R. Path, President of OSU Institute of Technology (...
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Official cause pending necropsy report
July 25, 2023
Patrick Ford Editor The Okmulgee County Criminal Justice Authority suffered a tragic loss last Thursday, July 20. Sgt. Azlan, a three-year-old German Shepherd, Belgian Malinois mix, succumbed to an un...
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July 21, 2023
Due to the large amount of produce being harvested, the Okmulgee Farmers Market will also be open Saturday this week. Regular market hours are Fridays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., but this week, the market ...
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July 21, 2023
Subjects facing district court dates Two arrested for gun possession, drug paraphernalia Two people were arrested earlier this week when a vehicle search led to the discovery of a sawed-off shotgun. A...
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July 21, 2023
An Okmulgee man will spend the rest of his life in prison on sexual abuse charges. The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma announced this week that Edgar Rene Garcia-L...
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July 21, 2023
Times Staff Elizabeth Ponthieux reminds everyone to get their keys at participating businesses marked with a “key” inside today’s issue, but also be sure to stop by the Okmulgee Times office at 320 W....
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July 21, 2023
Recognition of Juneteenth discussed at meeting The Okmulgee City Council approved the Downtown Streetscape Phase VI Project. This includes a cost share for design and construction for an estimated amo...
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July 21, 2023
One outstanding county fair exhibitor could walk away with $1,000, awarded in memory of a longtime supporter. The first Jerry Shoemake All-Around Champion Exhibitor Award will be presented this year a...
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July 19, 2023
The recent rain has added to a great growth spurt, not just of the grass, but also of gardens and flowers. As residents work to keep up with the greenery growth, the beauty of nature is seen at Willia...
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July 19, 2023
Newly appointed Okmulgee County Emergency Management Director Jeffrey Moore delivered his first report during Monday’s commissioner meeting. He began by mentioning that much of the previous week was s...
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July 19, 2023
The Okmulgee County Family YMCA is hosting a County-Wide School Supply Giveaway event previously hosted by the Salvation Army, according to Executive Director Katie McElhaney. It will be drive thru st...
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July 19, 2023
The Times and Free-Lance staff were excited to see Henryetta Public Schools Therapy Dog (In-Training) Miss Mace off Friday morning to a two-week training. Stopping by to pick up donations of dog food ...
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July 19, 2023
Community open house is Saturday The Okmulgee County Family YMCA will be a busy place this week, with a basketball camp and community open house planned. On Thursday, the Oklahoma City Thunder will ho...
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July 19, 2023
AG Drummond addresses major issues Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond visited Okmulgee County on a listening tour Monday to discuss issues facing the state. Drummond was in Henryetta Monday mo...
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July 14, 2023
Bulldogs watch promising 2022 season end with 8-game losing streak The Okmulgee Bulldog varsity football team saw a promising start to the 2022 season, wining its first two games. The Bulldogs suffere...
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July 14, 2023
CF-2023-00111 07/06/2023 State of Oklahoma vs. Overstreet, James Reed Burglary- 3rd Degree CF-2023-00112 07/06/2023 State of Oklahoma vs. Walker, Trevor Lane Burglary, 1st Degree CF-2023-00114 07/07/2...
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December 12, 2025
The 10th annual Harlan Ford Toy Drive continues through Dec. 20. Organized with the support of the Okmulgee County Department of Human Services and the Okmulgee Police Department, this year’s toy driv...
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December 12, 2025
Sometimes leadership doesn’t start with a title, a committee or a grant. Sometimes it starts with an 11-year-old girl who simply notices people around her - and chooses to care. That’s exactly what Mo...
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December 12, 2025
During its final meeting of the year, Beggs City Council accepted the resignation of the municipal court judge, hired a new municipal judge, approved an internet service contract, took action on a DEQ...
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December 12, 2025
The Okmulgee Board of Education met for its regular meeting on Tuesday, with all members present. Board members approved the Nov. 11 meeting minutes, monthly encumbrances across district funds and one...
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December 12, 2025
Holiday spirits are high in downtown Okmulgee. Be sure to take a drive down Okmulgee’s 6th Street to see all the lights, including the decorated Council House Square, as the holiday season continues, ...