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Dodge Brawl raises over $7,000 for OPS
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Dodge Brawl raises over $7,000 for OPS
By HEATHER KIMBLEY OKMULGEE EDUCATION FOUNDATION 
March 15, 2024
In a thrilling display of athleticism and community spirit, the annual Dodge Brawl Tournament once again brought together residents of Okmulgee in support of their local schools. Held Nov. 18 at Okmul...
Preston Schools
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Preston Schools
March 15, 2024
Fat free and low fat white and chocolate milk and chilled fruit are served each meal. Cereal and fruit juice are served each breakfast. Monday: Breakfast: Sausage Breakfast Pizza, Cinnamon Toast Lunch...
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Burn permits available for April 7-13
March 15, 2024
In recognition of Keep Okmulgee Beautiful Week, which is April 7-13, and to assist residents in helping keep their properties looking beautiful, free burn permits will be available for use during that...
OCHS to Hold Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Monday
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OCHS to Hold Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Monday
March 15, 2024
The Okmulgee County Homeless Shelter invites the public to their Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser, which will be held Monday, March 18, from 5-7 p.m. at the Okmulgee Elks Lodge, 701 S. Mission Lane. Ticket...
March 16
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March 16
March 15, 2024
A Youth Camp Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser will be held Saturday, March 16, from 7-11 a.m. at Okmulgee First Freewill Baptist Church, 601 S. Oklahoma St. (11th & Oklahoma) in Okmulgee. Admission will b...
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Chamber to hold Spring Craft Show April 20
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
March 15, 2024
The eagerly anticipated Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce Spring Craft Show is scheduled for April 20, at a new location. This year’s show will move to the Okmulgee County Fairgrounds, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m...
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OCEM Report
By JEFFREY MOORE OCEM DIRECTOR 
March 15, 2024
There has been a total of 26 grass fires dispatched, including 1,000 acres and a 300-acre controlled burn that got out of control during high fire danger days. There have been six structure fires, one...
‘Lights! Camera! Auction!!’
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‘Lights! Camera! Auction!!’
March 15, 2024
Tickets on sale for Okmulgee Service League fundraiser The Okmulgee Service League is excited to announce the upcoming fundraising event of the year. Aptly named “Lights! Camera! Auction!!,” the semi-...
Academy of Okmulgee hosts info session
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Academy of Okmulgee hosts info session
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
March 15, 2024
Lottery deadline is today The Academy of Okmulgee recently hosted a lunch info session at the Rowe Family Life Center, attracting community members and prospective students. During the Saturday gather...
Preston Jump Rope Team to hold showcase
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Preston Jump Rope Team to hold showcase
March 15, 2024
Fundraiser is March 22 The Preston Pirate Jump Rope Team and Coach Vicky Graham are excited about an upcoming fundraiser showcase. The performance will be held Friday, March 22, at the Jim Waller Even...
Unraveling the Beggs Enigma
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Unraveling the Beggs Enigma
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
March 15, 2024
Editor’s Note: Within the historic tales of Okmulgee County lies a series of stories that have remained untold, unsolved, and unfinished. The Okmulgee Times is proud to present a g series: “Unveiling ...
County residents honored at Making It Work Day
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County residents honored at Making It Work Day
March 14, 2024
Three area residents were recently honored by the Oklahoma Career and Technical Education Equity Council (OkCTEEC). They were among 15 Oklahomans and three businesses and organizations honored at the ...
Fetgatter Advances Legislation to Strengthen Laws Against Sex Offenders
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Fetgatter Advances Legislation to Strengthen Laws Against Sex Offenders
By Patrick 
March 13, 2024
  OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, today secured passed of a bill to establish stricter laws for convicted sex offenders following a tragedy in Henryetta last May. House Bill 3992 wou...
Agencies seek supplemental appropriations for FY 2024
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Agencies seek supplemental appropriations for FY 2024
March 13, 2024
When lawmakers return for regular session each February, House and Senate budget leaders always receive requests for supplemental appropriations from state agencies that - for one reason or another - ...
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Free screenings for firefighters approved
March 13, 2024
The Oklahoma House of Representatives on Monday approved legislation that would offer free cancer screenings to all Oklahoma firefighters. House Bill 3573, authored by Rep. Daniel Pae, R-Lawton, would...
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McBride passes teacher signing bonus fix
March 13, 2024
Rep. Mark McBride, R-Moore, this week passed a bill in the Oklahoma House of Representatives that he said would fix the State Department of Education’s flawed signing bonus for teachers returning to O...
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Cornerstone & Hispanic Church Bilingual Drive-In Music & More Cornerstone & Hispanic Church
March 13, 2024
will host Songs of Hope Bilingual Drive-In Music & More events Saturdays, March 16, 23 and 30, at American Legion Post 10, 6th & Oklahoma in Okmulgee, from 5-6:30 p.m. An Easter Egg Hunt will held Sun...
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Senate passes bill to fund local water, wastewater improvements
March 13, 2024
The Oklahoma Senate on Monday passed a bill from Sen. David Bullard, R-Durant, that would earmark $125 million for much-needed water and wastewater infrastructure projects in localities across the sta...
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Reflection
By MARY MORRIS HENRYETTA RESIDENT 
March 13, 2024
“They know not, nor do they discern; for he has shut their eyes, so that they cannot see, and their minds, so that they cannot understand.” (Isaiah 44:18) I dedicated many years of my life to teaching...
What will you do your first day in heaven?
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What will you do your first day in heaven?
March 13, 2024
“I’m going to jump in the snow, talk to God, swim in the pool and look for Mommy,” says Ricky, 5. I’m glad Mom made your list, Ricky, even if she’s at the bottom. “When I go to heaven, I’m going to ri...
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Municipal, bond issues on ballot Tuesday
February 6, 2026
Early voting for Okmulgee County residents wishing to cast ballots in the Feb. 10 Election continues through 6 p.m. at the Okmulgee County Courthouse. On Election Day, which is next Tuesday, Feb. 10, ...
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OOCYS records review raises questions
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
February 6, 2026
In November 2025, The Okmulgee Times first reported on governance concerns surrounding the Okmulgee- Okfuskee County Youth Services (OOCYS) Board following the termination of Executive Director Dr. Sh...
American Legion Post 10 seeks help to ensure no veteran is forgotten
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American Legion Post 10 seeks help to ensure no veteran is forgotten
By Patrick Ford Editor 
February 6, 2026
For more than a century, members of Okmulgee’s American Legion White-Williams Post 10 have quietly carried out a mission rooted in respect, remembrance and service. Now, they are calling on the commun...
Why Okmulgee County Must Prioritize Emergency Services
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Why Okmulgee County Must Prioritize Emergency Services
By ROSIE LYNCH COMMUNITY ADVOCATE 
February 6, 2026
Okmulgee County is no stranger to extremes. In the winter, Arctic cold snaps push temperatures well below safe levels. In the summer, relentless heat waves turn homes into ovens. These are not rare or...
OCCJA Director responds during severe winter storm
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OCCJA Director responds during severe winter storm
February 6, 2026
During a recent winter storm impacting Okmulgee County, county officials and other volunteers were briefed by Okmulgee County Emergency Management as preparations were made to address hazardous condit...
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