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Oklahoma Water Resources Board holds public meetings
August 25, 2023
The U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance, through Justice & Security Strategies, Inc. announced that it will award the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Lighthorse Police Department with a ...
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MN Lighthorse Police receive grant for body-worn cameras
August 25, 2023
The U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance, through Justice & Security Strategies, Inc. announced that it will award the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Lighthorse Police Department with a ...
Treats Are Sweet!
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Treats Are Sweet!
August 25, 2023
New Okmulgee Black Hospital T-Shirts Available
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New Okmulgee Black Hospital T-Shirts Available
August 25, 2023
Back to School Community Dinner held at local park
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Back to School Community Dinner held at local park
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
August 25, 2023
Radio ministry still strong after 40 years Last Saturday evening, Okmulgee county families had the opportunity to dine together in the park. Held at D.P. Lily Park on the corner of Ohio and Randolph S...
10 Years Ago:
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10 Years Ago:
August 23, 2023
John McConnel upgraded the Orpheum as the 93rd anniversary approached. He added a new digital projector, 3-D system, new sound system and new screen to the theatre. Miss Oklahoma’s Outstanding Teen Mi...
Trips on a Tankful … Headed South
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Trips on a Tankful … Headed South
By CHRIS ANDERSON SPECIAL TO THE TIMES 
August 23, 2023
Recently, another Okmulgee County family came forward to share a summer trip they took together. The Lee Anderson family just returned from an 8-hour drive, 442 mile trip to Galveston Island in Texas....
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County ODOT projects outlined
August 23, 2023
Editor’s Note: The following information was released in Oct. 2022 showing the funding and road projects that are planned for Okmulgee County. - In Oct. 2022, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation...
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SCHOOL MENUS
August 18, 2023
Okmulgee Schools Monday: Breakfast: Cereal, Toast, Pineapple Lunch: Traveling Taco, Rice, Salsa, Lettuce, Tomato, Craisins Tuesday: Breakfast: Chicken Waffler, Syrup, Banana Lunch: BBQ Pulled Pork, Ba...
2023 Demon Baseball earns academic recognition
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2023 Demon Baseball earns academic recognition
By STACEY HORTON BEGGS PUBLIC SCHOOLS 
August 18, 2023
The 2023 Golden Demon baseball team was awarded a Distinguished Academic Achievement plaque after the season. The honor recognizes the top 10 percent grade point averages of high school baseball teams...
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Back-to-School Anxiety Navigating
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
August 18, 2023
Strategies to Ease the Transition As the summer days start to wane, a familiar sense of anticipation and excitement fills the air for many students, teachers, and parents alike. It’s the back-to-schoo...
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Roy LeBlanc Invitational Rodeo competition results announced
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
August 18, 2023
Welcome to the heart-pounding world of rodeo action at its finest the Roy LeBlanc Okmulgee Invitational Rodeo! As the dust settles and the cheers of the crowd reverberate through the arena, it’s time ...
Young Talent Shines Bright
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Young Talent Shines Bright
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
August 18, 2023
Bell takes 1st place in Mutton Busting competition In a remarkable display of talent and determination, 6-year-old Brad Bell from Okmulgee Primary School secured a resounding victory in the recent mut...
Local youth attend statewide Leadership Summit
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Local youth attend statewide Leadership Summit
August 4, 2023
Several Okmulgee County students attended the 2023 American Farmers & Ranchers (AFR) Youth Leadership Summit July 23-29. The annual retreat develops leadership skills in junior high and high school st...
Heat Doesn’t Stop Firefighters
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Heat Doesn’t Stop Firefighters
August 4, 2023
Despite the extremely hot weather this week, members of the Okmulgee Fire Department were practicing cutting and extraction techniques earlier this week on an old Buick Electra 225 at Holleman’s Iron ...
Okmulgee Fire Department Battles Fire
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Okmulgee Fire Department Battles Fire
August 4, 2023
On Saturday, members of the Okmulgee Fire Department’s C Shift battled a morning structure fire in the area of N. Alabama & Seneca. The firefighters contained it to the front of the house without any ...
Patriotism Is Not Just for Veterans
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Patriotism Is Not Just for Veterans
August 4, 2023
“The law of truth was in his mouth, and iniquity was not found in his lips: he walked with me in peace and equity and did turn many away from inequity.” - Malachi 2:6 --- Sacrifice, Not Profit, Is Pat...
MPS announces meal program criteria
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MPS announces meal program criteria
August 4, 2023
Morris Public Schools announced its policy for free or reduced-price meals for children served under the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), the School Breakfast Program (SBP) and the After-School S...
Man repeatedly disregards wife’s specific complaint
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Man repeatedly disregards wife’s specific complaint
August 4, 2023
DEAR ABBY: I’m an older woman. My husband and I have been married eight years but were together 15 years prior to our marriage. He is a wonderful, caring man in most ways. But from time to time, he sn...
Mark Hudson inducted into OCA Hall of Fame
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Mark Hudson inducted into OCA Hall of Fame
Preston superintendent thanks those who influenced his life
By Patrick 
August 2, 2023
Longtime educator and Okmulgee County native Mark Hudson was among the nine people that were recently inducted into the Oklahoma Coaches Association. The event took place before the annual OCA Coaches...
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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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