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Child Abuse Prevention Month Recognized
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Child Abuse Prevention Month Recognized
April 16, 2025
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and one of the symbols of this movement is the pinwheel. Last Friday, agencies, supporters, court officials and the many volunteers help plant pinwheels on the la...
Luv Ford Honors County Athletes
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Luv Ford Honors County Athletes
April 16, 2025
Missy Nash of Luv Ford recently travelled across the county to honor recent Athletes of the Week. Athletes honored include (from top to bottom) Hunter McElhannon of Preston, Stoney Yaerger of Dewar, K...
First Freewill Baptist rises from the ashes with hope and heart
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First Freewill Baptist rises from the ashes with hope and heart
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
April 11, 2025
When Pastor Chet Cottom stood in the smoky remains of First Freewill Baptist Church’s baptismal area, he wasn’t just looking at damage - he was looking at opportunity. “God is so good,” he said softly...
YMCA’s Go Club, Summer Day Camp open doors
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YMCA’s Go Club, Summer Day Camp open doors
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
April 11, 2025
This summer, the YMCA in Okmulgee is transforming lives, one child at a time - and thanks to generous partnerships and scholarships, the opportunity is more accessible than ever. In a recent conversat...
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Community invited to Loyalty Day Celebration
April 11, 2025
Patriotism, community spirit and family fun will be on full display at the 5th annual United States of America Loyalty Day Celebration, happening Saturday, April 26, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Vete...
How do I show grace to mean people?
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How do I show grace to mean people?
April 9, 2025
“I just think about beating them to the ground, but then I just ignore them,” says Ben, age 11. You’re refreshingly honest, Ben. There are times when we’re tempted to flatten mean people. In our day, ...
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Whomshould we please?
By MARY MORRIS HENRYETTA RESIDENT 
April 9, 2025
2 Samuel 6:21-22 - David said to Michal, “It was before the Lord, who chose me rather than your father or anyone from his house when he appointed me ruler over the Lord’s people Israel - I will celebr...
Beggs Alumni Association offers $1,000 scholarship to seniors
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Beggs Alumni Association offers $1,000 scholarship to seniors
April 9, 2025
A deserving Beggs High School senior will soon receive a $1,000 scholarship, thanks to the continued efforts of the Beggs Alumni Association to invest in the future of local students. The scholarship,...
10 Years Ago (2015)
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10 Years Ago (2015)
April 9, 2025
• Beggs baseball coach Justin Been earned his 200th career win in a 16-0 Beggs rout of Weleetka. This win over Weleetka was the 14th win for the 5th-ranked Demons that season. • Local corn grower Gayl...
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Remington receives CFP certification
April 9, 2025
Financial Advisor James Remington of Edward Jones financial service firm in downtown Okmulgee has received the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER , or CFP, certification, granted by the Certified Financial P...
Okmulgee Times Bingo Continues; First Winners Claim Prizes
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Okmulgee Times Bingo Continues; First Winners Claim Prizes
April 9, 2025
Three area residents are already winners in the Okmulgee Times Bingo game, which is currently underway. Darlene Hames claimed the Diagonal prize, while Beverly Cazenave took home the Straight Line pri...
Beggs students shine in academics, eSports and leadership
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Beggs students shine in academics, eSports and leadership
By STACEY HORTON BEGGS PUBLIC SCHOOLS 
April 9, 2025
Beggs Public Schools students are proving there’s no shortage of talent, drive and determination among the Demons. From academic excellence and career exploration to championship esports wins, student...
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Trinity Lutheran Church
April 4, 2025
This Sunday, April 6, is the 5th Sunday in Lent. The readings are from Genesis 22:1-4, Hebrews 9:11-15 and John 8:(42-45) 46-59. --- In the temple Jesus said, “If anyone keeps my word, he will never s...
Nature in Defense of God
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Nature in Defense of God
April 4, 2025
It is the Christian understanding that “long ago, at many times and in many ways,” God spoke to His people through the prophets (Heb 1:1 ESV) and that He has, in fact, spoken to His people through two...
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Christian Ministers Alliance to honor Dr. MLK Jr.
April 4, 2025
The Christian Ministers Alliance Inc., celebrating 57 years of service, will host a special memorial service honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Sunday, April 6, at 6 p.m. Th...
Smart pages for Rep. Fetgatter
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Smart pages for Rep. Fetgatter
April 4, 2025
Abigail Smart, a senior at Morris High School, paged for Rep. Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, March 24-27, at the State Capitol. Abigail is the daughter of Benjamin Smart. House pages run messages to leg...
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Greater Jones Chapel to host fish fry
April 4, 2025
A benefit fried fish dinner will be held Friday, April 4, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Greater Jones Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, located at 1226 E. Smith Street in Okmulgee. The $20 dinner will include fr...
Baptist Village Resident Spotlight
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Baptist Village Resident Spotlight
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
April 4, 2025
At 95 years young, Gene Weatherford is more than just a resident of Baptist Village - he’s a living archive of small-town Oklahoma grit, family legacy and quiet wisdom. From Depression-era beginnings ...
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Keep Okmulgee Beautiful Week nears
By Patrick Ford Editor 
April 4, 2025
Okmulgee residents are encouraged to roll up their sleeves and take part in Keep Okmulgee Beautiful Week, a community-wide initiative set for April 20-26. The event aims to promote cleanliness, sustai...
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Oklahoma Human Services invites public comment for Energy Assistance program
April 4, 2025
Oklahoma Human Services is seeking public comments about the federally-funded Energy Assistance program through a public comment meeting. The meeting will be held from 11 a.m. to 12 noon on Thursday, ...
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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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