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Dunbar to honor students today
May 17, 2023
Dr. Ina Agnew to speak at 8th grade assembly Students at Okmulgee Dunbar School will be honored in special awards programs today. The 5th-7th Grade Awards Ceremony will begin at 9 a.m. in Wilson Gym. ...
Farmers Market Returns Friday
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Farmers Market Returns Friday
May 17, 2023
The Okmulgee Farmers Market will officially open on Friday, located in front of the Creek Council House on the square in downtown Okmulgee. Hours of operation will be each Friday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m....
The New Teacher Project presents findings to board
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The New Teacher Project presents findings to board
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
May 17, 2023
Representatives from The New Teacher Project gave their end of the year presentation to members of the Okmulgee Public School’s Board of Education. TNTP Regional Director Jenny Ecklund, and program Pa...
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County hears C-PACE presentation
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
May 17, 2023
The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners heard a presentation regarding the authorization and use of Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy ( C-PACE) on commercial buildings in the city. Nancy Gr...
Congrats to the Lil’ Dogs
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Congrats to the Lil’ Dogs
May 17, 2023
Okmulgee Public School Superintendent Renee Dove and Board President Rod Wiemer congratulates the Lil’ Paws graduate, with the help of Josie Ferguson, during the ceremony Monday morning at Brock Gymna...
Morris School board meets
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Morris School board meets
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
May 12, 2023
FFA shows off new trophies The Morris School board met for their regular monthly meeting on May 8. The meeting was called to order, and the minutes from the regular meeting on April 10, as well as the...
Destiny Jackson Headed to OCU
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Destiny Jackson Headed to OCU
May 12, 2023
Beggs High School Senior Destiny Jackson signed this week with OCU Cheer team, and received two scholarships to the university. She is joined by her parents and an OCU representative.
Local business robbed, multiple guns stolen
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Local business robbed, multiple guns stolen
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
May 12, 2023
Lighthorse investigating incident Around 4 a.m. on Tuesday morning, at least three people broke into the Big Dollar Pawn shop, located off Highway 75 south of Okmulgee. The thieves are said to have st...
OHS Seniors Enjoy Breakfast
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OHS Seniors Enjoy Breakfast
May 12, 2023
The Okmulgee Lions Club once again hosted the breakfast for the Okmulgee High School Class of 2023 Wednesday morning at the First Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall. The seniors, sporting their class...
Preston Graduates Class of 2023
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Preston Graduates Class of 2023
May 12, 2023
It’s time to move on to bigger things as area seniors are celebrating the end of their high school careers. Preston Schools held their ceremony on Tuesday evening. Pictured are the top honor students....
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Shooting at Okmulgee Lake leaves man in critical condition
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
May 12, 2023
Authorities seeking information A man is in critical condition after being shot near Lake Okmulgee Park Wednesday afternoon. Okmulgee police responded to a report of the shooting around 3:35 p.m. Acco...
Okmulgee principals provide info on recent report card
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Okmulgee principals provide info on recent report card
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
May 12, 2023
Charter school discussion tabled until next meeting The Okmulgee Public School Board met for their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday evening. Following the approval of the minutes from the previous m...
Times welcomes new staff
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Times welcomes new staff
May 12, 2023
The Okmulgee Times and Henryetta Free-Lance are pleased to introduce some new employees to help continue as your most-trusted news source in the county. “We welcome Luwana Cowell, Elizabeth Ponthieux,...
Unsung Heroes
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Unsung Heroes
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
May 12, 2023
Ken Anderson - On a Life-Saving Mission Okmulgee Emergency Management seeks to protect its citizens, reduce the loss of life and property, and promote a comprehensive plan of emergency that focuses on...
OSBI leading investigation into Henryetta homicides
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OSBI leading investigation into Henryetta homicides
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
May 10, 2023
The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) took control of a crime scene near Henryetta where seven people were found shot dead last week at a property in Okmulgee County. “The OSBI is now the ...
Old Morris Highway bridge reopened
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Old Morris Highway bridge reopened
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
May 10, 2023
Citizens and representatives of Okmulgee County and the Muscogee Nation were in attendance as the bridge along the Old Morris Highway was reopened during a special event last week. MN Principal Chief ...
Man killed in deputy-involved shooting
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Man killed in deputy-involved shooting
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
May 10, 2023
The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation has been called into investigate a deputy involved shooting. According to Sheriff Eddy Rice, around 3:30 p.m. Monday, deputies responded to a domestic-type i...
Oklahoma Main Street announces award winners
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Oklahoma Main Street announces award winners
May 10, 2023
Okmulgee’s Merc on Morton Loft wins in Design category The Oklahoma Main Street Center has announced the winners of the program’s annual statewide awards competition. Finalists were recognized and the...
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Fetgatter to initiate protection law
May 5, 2023
Rep. Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, in 2019 secured passage of a law to protect sexual assault victims from their predators. He’s now pursuing legislation to better protect potential victims. House Bill...
Community joins together after tragic events
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Community joins together after tragic events
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
May 5, 2023
Fundraisers underway to aid families Members of the Henryetta community have joined together this week in prayer vigils and other gatherings as they draw strength to deal with this week’s tragic event...
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EF-3 tornado leaves heartbreak in Beggs
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EF-3 tornado leaves heartbreak in Beggs
By Patrick Ford Editor 
March 11, 2026
In a matter of minutes on the evening of March 6, a powerful tornado tore through the heart of Okmulgee County, leaving behind devastation, heartbreak and loss. Yet in the midst of tragedy, the commun...
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Voter registration deadline is Friday for April 7 elections
March 11, 2026
Friday, March 13, is the last day for eligible residents to apply for voter registration to vote in the April 7 elections. The April election is a multi-entity election, including the following: • Hen...
Rep. Fetgatter to not seek reelection
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Rep. Fetgatter to not seek reelection
March 11, 2026
House Tribal and External Affairs Leader Rep. Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, today announced he will not seek reelection for his final legislative term. First elected to the House in 2016, Fetgatter wil...
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County approves routine business
March 11, 2026
The Okmulgee County Board of County Commissioners met Monday morning, March 9, for their regular weekly meeting at the Okmulgee County Courthouse, approving a series of routine administrative items wh...
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Cowboy Chef’s Table returns for 2026, featuring Chefs Joel Bein and Amanda Simcoe of The Meat and Cheese Show. The event will take place Thursday, Marcy 12, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 1801 E. 4th S...
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