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County Homeless Shelter in need
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
March 2, 2023
Now seeing an average of 35 clients per day, the Okmulgee County Homeless Shelter is seeing a desperate need in replenishing some of their food supplies. Executive Director Brenda Brewer stated the sh...
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Polls open Tuesday for State Question vote
March 2, 2023
Early voting continues today Voters in Okmulgee County are reminded to keep the election system’s integrity in mind when going to the polls next week. Okmulgee County Election Board Secretary, Ashley ...
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2 injured in semi crash
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
March 2, 2023
Victims admitted in critical condition Two semi-truck drivers were in critical condition following a crash in northern Okmulgee County. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol reported the crash happened around 3...
TV show spotlights longtime Okmulgee rodeo
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TV show spotlights longtime Okmulgee rodeo
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
February 28, 2023
Many residents and fans of an Okmulgee event were treated to a surprise Sunday evening during an episode of the long-running animated series, “The Simpsons.” Episode 13 of Season 34 of “The Simpsons” ...
The Art of Self-Defense
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The Art of Self-Defense
February 28, 2023
Lori Fullbright, News on 6 TV anchor, was guest speaker Friday at Okmulgee’s Second Baptist Church. She was welcomed and spoke to the attendees about ways to protect themselves from danger. She shared...
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County Commissioners approve security camera updates
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
February 28, 2023
Table action on bid for courtroom equipment Okmulgee County approved a resolution during Tuesday’s meeting for security cameras updates. Last week, the board approved having the OCCJA (jail) monitor t...
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Early voting set for March 2-3
February 28, 2023
Citizens to decide on SQ820 March 7 Early voting begins Thursday, for residents in Okmulgee County wishing to cast their ballot for the upcoming March 7 State Question 820 proposition. Citizens who ca...
Charges filed in embezzlement cases
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Charges filed in embezzlement cases
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
February 28, 2023
Larabee accused of taking over $186k A lengthy investigation by the OSBI has led to the filing of two charges of embezzlement against an Okmulgee resident. District Attorney Carol Iski filed CF-2023-2...
BMX legend looking forward to future in area
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BMX legend looking forward to future in area
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
February 23, 2023
Andy Patterson joins Billy Grands’ venture An Okmulgee businessman and avid BMX enthusiast had a dream of a life-time come true recently. Bill LeGrand, also known as Billy Grands, has been working for...
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Okmulgee FFA fundraiser is tonight
February 23, 2023
The Okmulgee FFA annual fundraiser Pie & Silent Auction, hosted by the Okmulgee Ag Boosters, is this evening. The 5th annual event will take place at the Okmulgee High School Cafeteria, 415 W. 3rd Str...
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Multi-district election set
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
February 23, 2023
Runoff set for Okmulgee council post April 4 The Okmulgee County Election Board announced this week that the Municipal General Election and Board of Education General Election will be held Tuesday, Ap...
Unsung Heroes
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Unsung Heroes
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
February 23, 2023
A passion for restoration essential for community The Okmulgee Times will feature local residents who are making a difference in the community. These individuals don’t seek accolades for themselves, b...
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Council approves agreement
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
February 23, 2023
Task Force essential agency in investigating violent crimes An Agreement between the City of Okmulgee and the District 25, Okmulgee/McIntosh County District Attorney Office was approved during Tuesday...
Stonebridge Academy Celebrates Mardi Gras
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Stonebridge Academy Celebrates Mardi Gras
February 23, 2023
Okmulgee’s Stonebridge Academy got into the festive Mardi Gras spirit with their parade around the square and Best Decoration Contest. 4th and 5th grade students played “When the Saints Go Marching In...
James Page Named Henryettan of the Year
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James Page Named Henryettan of the Year
February 21, 2023
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Morning fire guts Black Apartments
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Morning fire guts Black Apartments
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
February 21, 2023
Firefighters have busy Saturday battling 2 blazes The Okmulgee Fire Department was very busy Saturday morning, as they responded to two fires, one of which destroyed a four-story apartment building. T...
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County rescinds, amends Covid-related resolutions
February 21, 2023
Commissioners approve Use Tax to pay for fencing PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners met in session on Tuesday morning due to the Presidents’ Day Holiday Monday. During the...
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OCHS Thrift Store to close for renovations
February 21, 2023
No donations to be accepted Okmulgee County Homeless Shelter Executive Director Brenda Brewer announced beginning this weekend, the OCHS Thrift Store, located at 6th and Porter, will be undergoing ren...
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Countian pleads guilty to double homicide
February 21, 2023
An Okmulgee man has entered a guilty plea in federal court to the murder of two people. The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma announced that Austin Dean McMahan, 24,...
Annual Okmulgee FFA fundraiser is Feb. 24
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Annual Okmulgee FFA fundraiser is Feb. 24
February 16, 2023
National FFA Week is Feb. 18-25 The Okmulgee FFA Officer team and program advisors were the special guest this week at Talk Local, as they prepare for a busy week ahead, including their annual fundrai...
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Candidate filing period concludes
By Patrick Ford Editor 
December 5, 2025
The three-day candidate filing period for local school boards and municipal offices in Okmulgee County officially closed Wednesday, setting the stage for a series of nonpartisan elections that will ta...
Last Stop Christmas Shoppe returns
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Last Stop Christmas Shoppe returns
December 5, 2025
More than twenty vendors are offering a variety of unique items just in time for Christmas at the Last Stop Christmas Shoppe Craft Fair tomorrow, Dec. 6. The fourth annual event, sponsored by Okmulgee...
GCTC students bring Okmulgee Christmas Marketplace to life
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GCTC students bring Okmulgee Christmas Marketplace to life
December 5, 2025
Downtown Okmulgee has officially transformed into a Winter Wonderland as Christmas on the Square opens for its inaugural season - complete with a festive Christmas Marketplace, sparkling lights and ha...
Salvation Army Bell Ringers Sought
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Salvation Army Bell Ringers Sought
December 5, 2025
Several residents took time out of their busy schedule last week to assist in ringing the bell for the Salvation Army Angel Tree. Pictured are Rev. Marcus Jeffery and Mark McGriff; Ken Ratcliff; and a...
Beggs barrel racer earns shot at Junior NFR in Las Vegas
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Beggs barrel racer earns shot at Junior NFR in Las Vegas
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
December 5, 2025
When Beggs High School sophomore Laney Hudson qualified for the 2025 Junior National Finals Rodeo barrel race in Las Vegas, it felt like the payoff to a dream she’d been chasing since childhood. She d...
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