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Katie Peavler Joins Morris City Council
Lifestyle, Morris...
Katie Peavler Joins Morris City Council
May 21, 2025
Katie Peavler signs paperwork after she is sworn in as a representative on the Morris City Council last week. She joined in on the meeting led by Mayor Joe Berryhill. Also pictured is Councilmember Gr...
Chamber welcomes The Rodeo
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Chamber welcomes The Rodeo
By Patrick Ford 
May 21, 2025
A new chapter in local dining was officially welcomed last Friday as the Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to welcome The Rodeo Restaurant to the community. Located at 915 ...
Lori Fullbright Joins Local Law Enforcement for Personal Safety Class
Community, Lifestyle...
Lori Fullbright Joins Local Law Enforcement for Personal Safety Class
May 7, 2025
A big thank you to Lori Fullbright for coming to Okmulgee to put on the Personal Safety Class for our community. On behalf of the Okmulgee Police Department, the Okmulgee County Sheriff’s Office and t...
OCCJA recognizes CLEET graduates
Lifestyle, News
OCCJA recognizes CLEET graduates
By Patrick Ford Editor 
March 21, 2025
The Okmulgee County Criminal Justice Authority (OCCJA) has had a busy and eventful month, celebrating achievements, welcoming new members, and advancing training programs that enhance both staff and i...
Meet Your Officers
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Meet Your Officers
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
October 18, 2024
In this installment of Meet Your Officers, we had the privilege of sitting down with Deputy Chief Dennis Northcross of the Muscogee Nation Lighthorse Police Department. With over two decades of servic...
Greenwood Rising: The Rise of Black Wall Street
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Greenwood Rising: The Rise of Black Wall Street
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
October 18, 2024
The Okmulgee Times had the unique opportunity to sit down with Director Aaron Williams and actress Fatima Marie, who portrays Emma Gurley, to discuss their powerful new film on the legacy of Greenwood...
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 ...
Patrons Bank Hosts Community Backpack Drive for Local Public Schools
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Patrons Bank Hosts Community Backpack Drive for Local Public Schools
Drive ends Aug. 12
By Patrick 
July 22, 2024
Patrons Bank is excited to announce a community backpack drive to support local public  schools. The public is invited  to donate a new backpack at any Patrons Bank location, and for every  backpack d...
“Jumping the shark” as bad in politics as on TV
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“Jumping the shark” as bad in politics as on TV
By Joshua 
June 26, 2024
Growing up as a child in the 1970s, I enjoyed my fair share of television shows. One of my favorites was “Happy Days,” celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. “Happy Days” starred Ron Howard, a Du...
WSFCU Branch Manager is guest of Okmulgee Lions
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WSFCU Branch Manager is guest of Okmulgee Lions
By Joshua 
June 26, 2024
Morgan Alexander Lions Club The Okmulgee Lions Club met last Tuesday evening at 5:30 p.m. for our monthly evening meeting at the Lutheran Church. We enjoyed a meal and fellowship, followed by a rousin...
Lifestyle, Main...
Oklahoma’s Promise deadline is July 1
By Joshua 
June 26, 2024
The application deadline for students to enroll in Oklahoma’s Promise, a transformational state scholarship program, is set for July 1. This is the final opportunity for students who were 11th graders...
Wife has no plans to join husband’s family business
Columns & Opinion, Commentary...
Wife has no plans to join husband’s family business
By Patrick 
June 10, 2024
DEAR ABBY: My husband's family won't stop asking me when I'm going to quit my job and work for my husband. My mother-in-law worked for my father-in-law at their small business for pretty much her whol...
OOCYS plans dance competition fundraiser
Lifestyle, Main...
OOCYS plans dance competition fundraiser
May 30, 2024
Come dance for the kids! The Okmulgee-Okfuskee County Youth Services is planning a unique event soon to help raise funds. The first  Line Dance Competition and Showcase will be held Saturday, July 20 ...
A Passion  For Education
A: Main, Community...
A Passion For Education
Superintendent Renee Dove Retiring After 48 Years
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
May 24, 2024
OPS Superintendent Renee Dove retires After decades of unwavering commitment and tireless dedication to Okmulgee Public Schools, Superintendent Renee Dove is bidding farewell to her role, leaving behi...
Stepmom Weighs In on Woman’s Attitude
Columns & Opinion, Lifestyle
Stepmom Weighs In on Woman’s Attitude
Dear Abby
By Patrick 
May 20, 2024
DEAR ABBY: I've been with my husband for 15 years, married for seven. We've had our fair share of problems. Between the two of us, we have four girls. He has two from a previous marriage, I have one f...
Now is the Time to Call Lawmakers to Support Childcare
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Now is the Time to Call Lawmakers to Support Childcare
May 13, 2024
OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Legislature is approaching the constitutionally binding end of the annual session which must occur by 5 p.m. on the final Friday of May. Each year, lawmakers come to the S...
Lifestyle, Main...
Okmulgee County 4-H Summer Camp Lineup Set
May 13, 2024
This summer, the Okmulgee County 4-H is set to offer a diverse range of educational and recreational camps for young enthusiasts, hosted by the Oklahoma State University (OSU) Extension Office in Okmu...
Caregiver Reaches the End of Her Rope
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Caregiver Reaches the End of Her Rope
May 13, 2024
DEAR ABBY: I am a caregiver for my elderly diabetic mother and my disabled husband, who is an alcoholic and also epileptic. Every single household responsibility falls on me -- cleaning, upkeep, shopp...
Lifestyle, Main...
Voter Registration Deadline Approaches
May 13, 2024
Friday, May 24, is the last day to apply for voter registration. To be eligible, you must be a United States Citizen, a resident of Oklahoma, and at least 17 ½ years old. However, you must be at least...
Flurry of New Sounds Drifts Through Quiet Neighborhood
Columns & Opinion, Lifestyle...
Flurry of New Sounds Drifts Through Quiet Neighborhood
By Patrick 
April 26, 2024
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I live in a lovely older neighborhood and have enjoyed wonderful neighbors over many years. The homes are close together with windows often left open in spring, summer and fa...
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OC Sharks to host ‘Cookies with Santa’
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OC Sharks to host ‘Cookies with Santa’
December 4, 2025
The OC Sharks invite the community to a special “Cookies with Santa” event this Saturday, Dec. 6, at the Jim Newport Memorial Pocket Park in downtown Okmulgee, located between Brit’s and Hopper’s on 6...
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Filing period ends today
By Patrick Ford Editor 
December 3, 2025
The filing period ends today at 5 p.m. for residents interested in serving on county school board posts. Prospective candidates must complete and submit a Declaration of Candidacy, along with a Voter ...
Fundraiser to support CASA/Safehouse
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Fundraiser to support CASA/Safehouse
December 3, 2025
As the community gathers in downtown Okmulgee to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Festival of Lights Christmas Parade and Christmas on the Square, a delicious chili dinner fundraiser to benefit CASA...
Christmas on the Square arrives
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Christmas on the Square arrives
December 3, 2025
Downtown Okmulgee is about to transform into a winter wonderland like never before. After months of planning, collaboration and hands-on creativity, Okmulgee Main Street and the Okmulgee Chamber of Co...
OCCJA Hosts Annual Thanksgiving Lunch
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OCCJA Hosts Annual Thanksgiving Lunch
December 3, 2025
The OCCJA held its annual Thanksgiving Lunch last week, providing a slice of holiday warmth to the incarcerated. See the related story and additional photos on page A8.
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