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Long wait for boyfriend becomes bitter
Columns & Opinion
Long wait for boyfriend becomes bitter
August 7, 2024
DEAR ABBY: I admire your wit and appreciate your candor, which is why I’m writing to you. I’ve been dating a man for 4 1/2 years. He’s 56; I’m 60. I hope for a life with him, marriage, a place of our ...
Many good legislative studies, but a few are concerning
Columns & Opinion
Many good legislative studies, but a few are concerning
August 7, 2024
The legislative interim studies have been approved by both chambers, so the meetings are now being scheduled for hearings. Interim studies are hearings requested by lawmakers and approved by the leade...
Top-Notch Thoughts!
Columns & Opinion
Top-Notch Thoughts!
August 2, 2024
In the world of computers and other technology, the Alpha chips are always pushing the envelope in performance and architecture. Also, in the world of finance and investment, a large alpha indicates t...
Secrets still held as union approaches end
Columns & Opinion
Secrets still held as union approaches end
August 2, 2024
DEAR ABBY: After many years of trying to keep our family together, divorce is our final option. My husband has had two affairs that I know of during our 30-year marriage. They hurt me deeply. We’ve ha...
Disappointment
Columns & Opinion
Disappointment
August 2, 2024
My cousin was one month older than me. That was all, but it didn’t seem to be so. I was slight, thin, and a constant ball of energy. My sisters, all older than me, have continually commented on how I ...
September Assault
Columns & Opinion
September Assault
August 2, 2024
Entering the quaint cottage off 15th and Memorial that Tuesday in early fall, I assumed that the following minutes would feature ‘the usual.’ But calendars across the land had silently announced the d...
Daughter’s boyfriend is in no hurry to grow up
Columns & Opinion
Daughter’s boyfriend is in no hurry to grow up
July 31, 2024
DEARABBY: My wife and I have a daughter, “Liz,” who is our life. She’s 28 and a nurse. Her boyfriend, “Owen,” used to be a heavy cannabis user. My wife suspects he still uses it when he gets “stressed...
Heroes Ball … and a Good Time Was Had by All
Columns & Opinion
Heroes Ball … and a Good Time Was Had by All
July 31, 2024
Last Saturday, the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) held our eighth annual Heroes Ball. This event recognizes champions for children as selected by our board of directors. We were so thank...
Taste for Mischief
Columns & Opinion
Taste for Mischief
July 26, 2024
Crossbreeding a Chihuahua with a Miniature Dachshund yields up a hybrid. The Chiweenie pup we named Tamu (Sweetie) became ours to the thrill of and by way of our daughter and husband. On most days, Ta...
Prompted Awareness
Columns & Opinion
Prompted Awareness
July 26, 2024
I remember an old joke about a young farmer who purchased a mule. He needed the mule for plowing his fields and for hauling his wagon. The seller of the mule assured the young man that the mule was a ...
Room Assignments Unclear for Visiting ‘Throuple’
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Room Assignments Unclear for Visiting ‘Throuple’
July 26, 2024
DEAR ABBY: My 25-year-old son lives with his two girlfriends, who are also romantically involved with each other. They share a single bedroom. One of them has a baby due this week, and the other has m...
Community Spirit Shines from OSUIT Clubs for Okmulgee County Humane Society’s New Adoption Center
Columns & Opinion, News
Community Spirit Shines from OSUIT Clubs for Okmulgee County Humane Society’s New Adoption Center
Pet Pals
By Patrick 
July 24, 2024
We extend our gratitude for the Summer Jam Fundraising Event to benefit OCHS which was held on July 18th.  This effort was spearheaded by OSUIT PAWS (People for Animal Wellness and Safety), who coordi...
Niece Keeps Her Boyfriend’s Family Away From Relative
Columns & Opinion, News
Niece Keeps Her Boyfriend’s Family Away From Relative
Dear Abby
By Patrick 
July 24, 2024
DEAR ABBY: My sister passed away from cancer seven years ago. Her daughter and I have always been close -- doing things together, going on trips, etc. Four years ago, she started dating a guy who thin...
Americans with Disabilities Act has provided equality for the last 34 years
Columns & Opinion, Commentary...
Americans with Disabilities Act has provided equality for the last 34 years
By Patrick 
July 24, 2024
OKLAHOMA CITY – July 26 marks the 34th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. This landmark civil rights legislation guarantees civil rights protection to people with disab...
Anne Roberts People’s Choice Awards in Your Hands
Columns & Opinion, Community...
Anne Roberts People’s Choice Awards in Your Hands
For the Children
By Patrick 
July 24, 2024
OKLAHOMA CITY – The Anne Roberts People’s Choice Award celebrates an individual and an organization serving youth in our state. It is named for the longest serving executive director for the Oklahoma ...
Niece keeps her boyfriend’s family away from relative
Columns & Opinion
Niece keeps her boyfriend’s family away from relative
July 24, 2024
DEAR ABBY: My sister passed away from cancer seven years ago. Her daughter and I have always been close - doing things together, going on trips, etc. Four years ago, she started dating a guy who think...
Community spirit shines at OSUIT’s Summer Jam fundraising event
Columns & Opinion
Community spirit shines at OSUIT’s Summer Jam fundraising event
July 24, 2024
We at the Okmulgee County Humane Society extend our gratitude for the Summer Jam Fundraising Event which took place July 18. This effort was spearheaded by OSUIT PAWS (People for Animal Wellness and S...
People’s Choice Awards is in Your Hands
Columns & Opinion
People’s Choice Awards is in Your Hands
July 24, 2024
The Anne Roberts People’s Choice Award celebrates an individual and an organization serving youth in our state. It is named for the longest serving executive director for the Oklahoma Institute for Ch...
Columns & Opinion, Commentary...
Thank you for your service
News to Aid Veterans
By Patrick 
July 22, 2024
There comes a time in our lives when parents or grandparents become more than we can handle. Sad but one of life’s situations that we pray never happens to us. Oklahoma Department of Veteran Affairs  ...
Coworker weighs the wisdom of being a side piece
Columns & Opinion
Coworker weighs the wisdom of being a side piece
July 19, 2024
DEAR ABBY: I met this guy at work. He was everything I'm looking for in a guy. During a lunch walk, he told me about his breakup with his ex and how he moved out and bought a house. He lives with his ...
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A Salute to Our Hometown Heroes
By Patrick Ford Editor 
January 30, 2026
As the Okmulgee Times and Henryetta Free-Lance recognize the men and women of law enforcement and first responders across Okmulgee County in today’s special Salute to Hometown Heroes section included ...
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Good News for Local Schools
By Patrick Ford Editor 
January 30, 2026
A wave of encouraging news is rippling through Oklahoma’s education community, and several schools in Okmulgee County are among those being celebrated. According to a memorandum released by the Oklaho...
OSU Extension welcomes educators
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OSU Extension welcomes educators
January 30, 2026
The Oklahoma State University Extension Office in Okmulgee County is welcoming two new educators whose backgrounds and passion for service are expected to bring added value to local youth, families an...
Okmulgee’s ‘film-friendly’ status brings jobs, dollars and creative possibilities
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Okmulgee’s ‘film-friendly’ status brings jobs, dollars and creative possibilities
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
January 30, 2026
When people think about filmmaking, they often picture big cities, sound stages and distant studios. But in recent years, Okmulgee has quietly been building something different, a reputation as a plac...
MN, University of Edinburgh team for first international repatriation
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MN, University of Edinburgh team for first international repatriation
January 30, 2026
A Scottish university has completed what is believed to be the first-ever international repatriation of ancestral remains to mainland United States. More than 150 years after they were taken, the Univ...
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