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OCCJA admins respond to media report
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...
The public is invited to enjoy a day of swimming competition this Saturday beginning at 10 a
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The public is invited to enjoy a day of swimming competition this Saturday beginning at 10 a
By NEWS EDITOR PATRICK FORD 
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 ...
4-H parents, volunteers are ‘Right on Target’
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4-H parents, volunteers are ‘Right on Target’
By TRISHA GEDON OSU EXTENSION 
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...
Local author, teacher releases memoir
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Local author, teacher releases memoir
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...
OSUIT President announces retirement
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OSUIT President announces retirement
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 (...
OCCJA canine officer dies
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OCCJA canine officer dies
Official cause pending necropsy report
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
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...
Farmers Market open extra day
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Farmers Market open extra day
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 ...
County arrests keep law enforcement busy
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County arrests keep law enforcement busy
By JOSHUA JACKSON & PATRICK FORD OKMULGEE TIMES 
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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County man handed life sentence in abuse case
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...
Treasure Hunt Keys Available
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Treasure Hunt Keys Available
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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City paves way for sidewalk completion
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
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...
Longtime supporter to be honored at Fair
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Longtime supporter to be honored at Fair
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
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...
Plants Enjoying the Sunshine
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Plants Enjoying the Sunshine
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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Moore gives first EM report
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
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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School supply giveaway event planned Aug. 5
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...
Therapy Dog Food, Treat Collection Underway
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Therapy Dog Food, Treat Collection Underway
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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YMCA hosting Thunder camp
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...
Listening Tour Comes to County
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Listening Tour Comes to County
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
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...
Battle Tested
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Battle Tested
By LARRY OWEN SPORTS EDITOR 
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...
Felonies
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Felonies
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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Harlan Ford Toy Drive continues
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Harlan Ford Toy Drive continues
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...
‘Care Cart’
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‘Care Cart’
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
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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Beggs City Council hires new municipal judge
By KAY RABBITT-BROWER SPECIAL TO THE TIMES 
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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OPS board handles staffing at December meeting
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
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...
Downtown Okmulgee Is Merry & Bright
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Downtown Okmulgee Is Merry & Bright
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, ...
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