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OFE announces Boren Mentoring Initiative Grant recipients
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OFE announces Boren Mentoring Initiative Grant recipients
May 31, 2023
Bulldog PAWS of Okmulgee awarded To help support the growth and development of K-12 mentoring programs in Oklahoma, the Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence has announced the recipients of its 2023 Bore...
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Two-vehicle crash claims life of Coweta man
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
May 31, 2023
A Coweta man was killed in a two-vehicle accident Friday evening on Highway 16. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol reported the crash happened at 7:32 p.m. on the highway, about 110 feet west of Hwy. 52 near...
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Charges filed in assault at county basketball tourney
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
May 31, 2023
Misdemeanor charges have been filed in Okmulgee County district court against two people involved in a brawl in February during a game at Morris High School. On Feb. 24, the Morris police were called ...
‘Dinner with the Stars’
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‘Dinner with the Stars’
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
May 31, 2023
Main Street to hold outdoor event June 9 Okmulgee Main Street will hold a special event downtown next week, to celebrate the accomplishments during the past year, and honor members. “Dinner with the S...
YMCA pool opens Tuesday
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YMCA pool opens Tuesday
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
May 26, 2023
The Okmulgee Family YMCA is excited to announce the opening of the pool for the 2023 summer season. Thanks to a generous gift from the Sam Viersen Family Foundation of $500,000, the Y will continue to...
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Facility Usage Policy to be addressed at special session
May 26, 2023
Okmulgee School board to meet Tuesday The Okmulgee Schools Board of Education will hold a special meeting Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. at the Administration Building, 8th and Muskogee. During the session, the...
Local libraries all set for summer reading
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Local libraries all set for summer reading
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
May 26, 2023
With the school year coming to an end, libraries around the county are preparing their summer reading initiatives. Here are some of the fun activities planned for the coming months: Okmulgee Public Li...
Processing Life Through Grief
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Processing Life Through Grief
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
May 26, 2023
Katina Holland shares 12-year journey Death is a natural part of life, but it can be one of the hardest experiences to walk through. Losing someone we love can feel like the world has come crashing do...
Memorial Day Service planned Monday
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Memorial Day Service planned Monday
May 26, 2023
Begins 11 a.m. at Okmulgee Cemetery A Memorial Day Service will be held Monday, May 29, at 11 a.m. at the Veterans Circle of Okmulgee Cemetery. Preparations for the event and honoring deceased veteran...
FFA honors supporters with Honorary Degrees
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FFA honors supporters with Honorary Degrees
May 24, 2023
The Okmulgee FFA recognized four individuals who have gone above and beyond in helping the program thrive and succeed as they received the Honorary Chapter FFA Degree during the Okmulgee FFA Chapter B...
“The Lunch Ladies” Return
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“The Lunch Ladies” Return
May 24, 2023
The Okmulgee Summer Meals Program began Monday, for all children 1-18 years of age, to be able to receive free lunch. Pictured are Kersten Brown, Margaret Payne, Nikki Potts and Kallie Rodgers at Okmu...
Pilkington Family establishes FFA Foundation permanent trust
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Pilkington Family establishes FFA Foundation permanent trust
By KALI PEREZ OKMULGEE FFA REPORTER 
May 24, 2023
During the recent 97th annual Oklahoma FFA State Convention in Tulsa last month, Lane and Shay Pilkington were recognized for establishing a permanent trust within the Oklahoma FFA Foundation. The fou...
City-Wide Garage Sale is June 1-4
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City-Wide Garage Sale is June 1-4
May 24, 2023
It’s time to clear out the clutter and even make some cash as the Okmulgee City-Wide Garage Sale returns in June. The garage sale will be held June 1-4. No permit is needed as the City of Okmulgee is ...
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Open records request process changes OK’d
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
May 24, 2023
911 dispatchers request transfer of benefits The county commissioners met for their regular scheduled meeting Monday, during which they heard from OCCJA Executive Director Shannon Clark about the tran...
Okmulgee FFA honors outstanding members, supporters
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Okmulgee FFA honors outstanding members, supporters
May 24, 2023
The Okmulgee FFA program held their Achievement Banquet May 12 at the Okmulgee County Fairgrounds. Outstanding FFA members and community supporters were recognized during the event. Special thanks to ...
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Warrants reveal more details in tragic killings
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
May 19, 2023
Additional details about Jesse McFadden, the man responsible for killing six people near Henryetta, were revealed this week. A search warrant stated that the OSBI investigator was informed of a conver...
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Summer meal program announced
May 19, 2023
Free lunch distribution planned at two locations Children in the Okmulgee area will be able to receive free lunch this summer at two locations. The Okmulgee Summer Meals Program will begin on Monday f...
One More Day
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One More Day
May 19, 2023
Tomorrow evening closes the chapter for the Okmulgee High School Class of 2023, as graduation ceremonies will begin at 8 a.m. at historic Harmon Field. The seniors will take their final walk and celeb...
Beggs Movies on Main returns
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Beggs Movies on Main returns
May 19, 2023
Free event begins Saturday Movies on Main returns this weekend to Beggs, with an exciting lineup of free movies for the community. Last year, Summer Lamborn of Kanokie Coffehouse had the west wall of ...
Safe Harbor continues work of protecting the innocent
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Safe Harbor continues work of protecting the innocent
May 19, 2023
Lions host representatives during weekly meeting When I read or hear the words “Safe Harbor,” it conjures up thoughts of safety or a refuge, keeping one safe from the rocky shores of life and living’s...
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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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