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Grace and Judgement
By Randy Zinn 
July 21, 2022
Many people in today’s permissive society have a very lopsided view of Who the God of the Bible really is. There are many even in the church who only see God as a God of grace and mercy. I am glad He ...
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From the Archives
By News Staff 
July 21, 2022
Part 9 Veteran and post member Pete Rogers has been researching the early history of the post and will be providing a brief history over the next few months in advance of the 100 year celebration. Acc...
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Candidates to make stops in county next week
By News Staff 
July 21, 2022
Congressional District 2 candidate Josh Brecheen will be in Okmulgee County on Monday, July 25 in three locations to meet and hear from as many Okmulgee County residents as possible. Brecheen will app...
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CALENDAR of EVENTS
By News Staff 
July 21, 2022
July 22 Okmulgee Farmers Market | The Okmulgee Farmers Market is open each Friday through October from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in front of the Creek Council House in downtown Okmulgee. July 23 Hoffman Fellow...
F.A.T.E. Listening Series comes to Okmulgee
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F.A.T.E. Listening Series comes to Okmulgee
By Dawn Carter 
July 21, 2022
Verified News Network (VNN), a social news media platform, offered a listening series to Okmulgee residents who have faced addiction, incarceration and other adversities on their journey to entreprene...
Harlan Ford’s paper drive for Okmulgee Schools underway
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Harlan Ford’s paper drive for Okmulgee Schools underway
By News Staff 
July 21, 2022
Harlan Ford is once again holding a paper drive for Okmulgee Schools. The drive began Tuesday and will continue through Aug. 20. Reams or boxes of copy paper can be dropped of at Harlan Ford Monday th...
Stay Connected and Up-to-Date
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Stay Connected and Up-to-Date
By Patrick Ford 
July 21, 2022
To keep up with changing technology, Okmulgee Main Street is happy to announce the launch of several ‘tools’ for the community and businesses. Director Heather Sumner spoke about the messaging service...
Big Brain Trivia returns Aug. 6
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Big Brain Trivia returns Aug. 6
By Patrick Ford 
July 21, 2022
Only a few spots remain for those wishing to participate in Okmulgee’s Main Street biggest fundraiser of the year, Big Brain Trivia. Main Street Director Heather Sumner is excited for the return of th...
Council approves increase in fees, ordinances
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Council approves increase in fees, ordinances
By Patrick Ford 
July 21, 2022
A long-time city employee was honored with a state award during Tuesday’s meeting of the council. A proclamation was read by Mayor Mickey Baldwin on behalf of the council and staff recognizing Cheryl ...
Steak Cookoff competition, fundraiser is Sunday
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Steak Cookoff competition, fundraiser is Sunday
By Patrick Ford 
July 21, 2022
Coach Brown’s annual Steak Cookoff returns this Sunday to Harmon Stadium, as competitors from around the country bring their skills to the Steak Cookoff Association-sanctioned event beginning at 9 a.m...
ODOT testing wrong-way detection system on I-40
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ODOT testing wrong-way detection system on I-40
By News Staff 
July 21, 2022
Adding another tool to its safety toolbox, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation is testing a wrong way detection and alert system on six ramps along Interstate 40 in Eastern Oklahoma. In Okmulgee...
PET PALS
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PET PALS
By News Staff 
July 19, 2022
We had a wonderful adoption event this past Saturday. Two kittens and three dogs were adopted. Many more have potential adopters. Thank you to our community for coming out to support us and our local ...
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Vacation Bible Schools
By News Staff 
July 19, 2022
Natura Baptist Church Natura Baptist Church will hold their VBS through July 22 from 6 to approximately 8 p.m. each night. Natura Baptist Church is located at 7995 N. 250 Rd. and Hwy. 16 in Beggs. Hof...
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Okmulgee Unity Club Meetings
By News Staff 
July 19, 2022
Narcotics Anonymous (NA) and Alcoholic Anonymous (AA) meetings at the Unity Club: • Monday: Welcome Group AA (Open Discussion) - 7:30 p.m. • Tuesday: Welcome Group AA (Closed Big Book Study) - 7:30 p....
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Okmulgee Public Schools receives $400,000 grant to strengthen students’ academic success
By News Staff 
July 19, 2022
The Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) has awarded 102 grants totaling $8.4 million to schools throughout Oklahoma, Joy Hofmeister, State Superintendent of Public Instruction, announced thi...
County Democrats to host Jena Nelson at July 21 meeting
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County Democrats to host Jena Nelson at July 21 meeting
By News Staff 
July 19, 2022
The Okmulgee County Democratic Party will meet at the OSUIT Student Union for their regular scheduled meeting this Thursday, July 21 at 6 p.m. According to Okmulgee County Democratic Party Chair Rae A...
Frisco 16 Nutrition welcomed in Beggs
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Frisco 16 Nutrition welcomed in Beggs
By News Staff 
July 19, 2022
Valorie Farley is the proud owner of Frisco 16 Nutrition, located at 9685 Highway 16 in Beggs. Assisting Farley is Lisa Stites. Frisco 16 specializes in energy shakes, takes, drinks and meal replaceme...
County teen attends annual UNITY conference
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County teen attends annual UNITY conference
By News Staff 
July 19, 2022
The United National Indian and Tribal Youth (UNITY) organization recently hosted their annual conference in Minneapolis, Minn. Charles Mason was honored along with 25 youth from around the nation as n...
A ‘Multi-Cultural Learning Experience’ – Summer Program in Full Swing
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A ‘Multi-Cultural Learning Experience’ – Summer Program in Full Swing
By News Staff 
July 19, 2022
The Okmulgee Summer Multicultural Enrichment Program, a short break, is back in full swing as children of all ages have been been busy, both learning and cre ating. Beside creating works of art, the c...
County under burn ban
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County under burn ban
By Patrick Ford 
July 19, 2022
A burn ban is now in effect for Okmulgee County due to the extreme heat and dry conditions besieging the area, with no relief in sight for the near future. The National Weather Service is warning of t...
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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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