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Okmulgee man killed in Tulsa County crash
By News Staff 
October 12, 2022
An Okmulgee man died in a single- vehicle crash Saturday afternoon, according to Oklahoma Highway Patrol. The collision claimed the life of Mitchell Dewayne Agent, 29. The fatality collision happened ...
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Christmas Bazaar & Craft Show is Nov. 19
By News Staff 
October 12, 2022
Prairie Bell OHCE will be hosting their annual Christmas Bazaar and Craft Show from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 19 in the Morris High School Gym at 307 S. 6th Street. There will be lots of boot...
Slight increase in county jobless rate
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Slight increase in county jobless rate
By News Staff 
October 12, 2022
Okmulgee County reported a slight increase in the jobless rate during August, according to the recent figures from the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission. During August, Okmulgee County reported ...
Okmulgee Celebrates Indigenous Peoples Day
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Okmulgee Celebrates Indigenous Peoples Day
By News Staff 
October 12, 2022
Okmulgee’s 5th annual Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration was held Monday downtown in front of the Creek Council House. Above, attendees participate in a social stomp dance to conclude this year’s even...
Pride of Morris Places 6th at OBA Competition
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Pride of Morris Places 6th at OBA Competition
By News Staff 
October 12, 2022
The Pride of Morris Marching Band took 6th place at the State Oklahoma Bandmasters Contest last Saturday at Putnam City North High School Stadium. In Preliminary Competition, the band placed 2nd in Cl...
Preston Drama Takes 4th at Regionals
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Preston Drama Takes 4th at Regionals
By News Staff 
October 12, 2022
For the first time in school history, the Preston High School Drama Team competed at Regionals with their one-act play, “Oh What A Tangled Web.” The team placed 4th overall and Jessica Downing was cho...
The Showpiece, Color Guard Receive Awards
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The Showpiece, Color Guard Receive Awards
By News Staff 
October 12, 2022
Above right, members of the Okmulgee Color Guard display their trophy from the Blue and Gold Marching Classic last Saturday in Holdenville after being named Outstanding Color Guard and placing 4th in ...
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Casey’s store burglarized
By Patrick Ford 
October 12, 2022
Okmulgee police are investigating a burglary yesterday morning at the Casey’s General Store. According to Chief Joe Prentice, at around 1:40 a.m. Tuesday, Okmulgee police were dispatched to an alarm c...
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Walker represents county on CED board
By Patrick Ford 
October 12, 2022
District 2 Commissioner David Walker was named to represent the county on the Circuit Engineering District (CED) board during Tuesday’s meeting. This action came after the retirement of former commiss...
Celebrating Indigenous Peoples Day
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Celebrating Indigenous Peoples Day
By News Staff 
October 12, 2022
A celebration of Indigenous Peoples Day was held Monday on the grounds of the Creek Council House in downtown Okmulgee. Native Americans of various tribes, along with the community and visitors, joine...
Practice Makes Perfect
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Practice Makes Perfect
By News Staff 
October 12, 2022
New and veteran members of the Okmulgee Fire Department were practicing extraction techniques on old vehicles last week at Holleman’s Iron and Metal. The ongoing practice keeps firefighters up-todate ...
Authorities searching for missing men
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Authorities searching for missing men
By News Staff 
October 11, 2022
Four men reported missing to the Okmulgee Police Department overnight. Mark Chastain 32 of Okmulgee, Billy Chastain 30 of Okmulgee and Mike Sparks 32 of Okmulgee were reported missing by Mark Chastain...
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Casey’s burglarized; thief makes off with large amount of cigarettes
By News Staff 
October 11, 2022
At around 1:40 a.m. Tuesday, Okmulgee Police were dispatched to an alarm call at the Casey's General Store located between 4th and 6th Streets on Highway 75. When officers arrived they discovered the ...
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Action Affection Presence
By News Staff 
October 7, 2022
The intentional Jesus-follower has set out to grow ‘tight’ with him - closer and nearer through the whole of their lifetime. Theirs is a life of action - fueled by love - walking in the near presence ...
SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
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SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
By News Staff 
October 7, 2022
1:46 a.m. 16200 block of Hawk Rd. Domestic Possible domestic from third party. RP hears a lady and kids screaming across the road. She has locked herself in a silver pickup and is revving the engine. ...
County burn ban extended two more weeks
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County burn ban extended two more weeks
By Patrick Ford 
October 7, 2022
Erik Zoellner was welcomed Monday morning as the commissioner for Okmulgee County District 1. Judge Pandee Ramirez gave him the Oath of Office as Zoellner was joined by his wife Shamron. Commissioner ...
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Lampkins seeks re-election as Treasurer
By News Staff 
October 7, 2022
The Nov. 8 General Election is approaching and one of the races on the ballots is for the office of Okmulgee County Treasurer. The incumbent, Vonna Lampkins, is seeking re-election to the post. The fo...
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Code enforcement officer is guest at Talk Local
By Dawn Carter 
October 7, 2022
City of Okmulgee Code Enforcement officer Shawn “Maverick” Fritsche was the guest speaker at Talk Local Wednesday morning. Fritsche brought some insight to the process of citywide weed and trash abate...
PHS excited about new eSports team
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PHS excited about new eSports team
By Patrick Ford 
October 7, 2022
Preston Schools is the first high school in Okmulgee County with eSports team. In 2021, the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association board unanimously approved a motion to make eSports an OSSA...
Miss Mary’s receives Dream Big Award
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Miss Mary’s receives Dream Big Award
By News Staff 
October 7, 2022
Congratulations to Miss Mary’s Market and the Rhodes family, who were honored Tuesday evening at the REI Oklahoma’s Dream Big Awards Ceremony held at the Grand Casino Hotel and Resort in Shawnee. Miss...
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OSL cancels annual Easter Egg Hunt
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OSL cancels annual Easter Egg Hunt
April 3, 2026
Okmulgee Service League has announced the cancellation of its annual Easter Egg Hunt, which was scheduled to take place this Saturday, April 4. The Service League released a statement: “We regret to i...
MPS honors Allred for service
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MPS honors Allred for service
April 3, 2026
Morris Public Schools is recognizing a legacy of leadership, service and commitment as longtime School Board member James Allred concludes 15 years of dedicated service to the district. School officia...
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Operation Sooner Shield nets arrests statewide
By Patrick Ford Editor 
April 3, 2026
A sweeping statewide crackdown on Medicaid fraud and abuse has led to arrests, criminal filings and significant restitution efforts, with one of the cases unfolding in Okmulgee County. Attorney Genera...
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Keep Okmulgee Beautiful Week approaches
April 3, 2026
Residents and businesses across the city are encouraged to roll up their sleeves and take part in Keep Okmulgee Beautiful Week, April 12-18. The annual initiative is more than just a spring cleanup - ...
A Slice of History Returns
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A Slice of History Returns
April 3, 2026
For generations of students at Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology, it wasn’t just a meal - it was a tradition, a memory, and for many, a weekly ritual that brought people together. Now,...
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