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OPL to host Book Sale
October 8, 2025
The Friends of the Okmulgee Public Library invite the community to take part in the annual Book Sale, scheduled for Oct. 13-18 at the Okmulgee Public Library, located at 218 S. Okmulgee Street. Book l...
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VFW launches essay, art competitions
October 8, 2025
The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 539 in Henryetta and VFW Post 1189 in Okmulgee, in partnership with the VFW Auxiliary, are once again proud to invite students from across Okmulgee County to pa...
OHS graduate Kenneth R. White earns innaugural Polaris Award
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OHS graduate Kenneth R. White earns innaugural Polaris Award
October 8, 2025
The American Academy of Nursing (Academy) is proud to establish the Linda Burnes Bolton Polaris Award, in honor of the late Academy President, living legend, Fellow, industry leader and generous benef...
Dunbar Class of ‘65 Celebrates 60th Reunion
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Dunbar Class of ‘65 Celebrates 60th Reunion
October 8, 2025
The Dunbar High School Class of 1965 celebrated their 60th reunion Sept. 26-28 at the Dunbar Learning Center. Classmates traveled from various parts of the country to take a stroll down memory lane. O...
‘The Throwback Year’
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‘The Throwback Year’
October 8, 2025
If there’s one event that truly captures the flavor, the character and the beating heart of Okmulgee, it’s the Pecan Festival. And this year - just in time for crisp autumn air, changing leaves and go...
Tulsa police disciplined six officers suspected of driving drunk
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Tulsa police disciplined six officers suspected of driving drunk
By ASHLYND HUFFMAN THE FRONTIER 
October 8, 2025
A sharp screeching late one night in June 2024 grabbed the attention of a Bixby Police officer. He looked over to see a black SUV sending up sparks as it ground forward on one flat tire and another wi...
A Monument of Honor
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A Monument of Honor
By Patrick Ford Editor 
October 5, 2025
The heartbeat of Oklahoma history has long been fueled by the sacrifice and service of its veterans and now, a new campaign seeks to honor one of its most distinguished and often overlooked groups: Na...
Pecan Festival Time!
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Pecan Festival Time!
By Patrick Ford Editor 
October 4, 2025
The sweet nostalgia of family-friendly fall fun returns next weekend as the 2025 Okmulgee Pecan Festival is almost here. Organized by the Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce, this year’s event, themed “The T...
Gumbo Fest Tomorrow
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Gumbo Fest Tomorrow
October 3, 2025
It’s Gumbo Time! The public is invited to attend the annual Gumbo Fest this Saturday, Oct. 4, beginning at 10 a.m. The festival is the town’s main fundraiser and those funds are important in helping m...
‘Just Keep Moving’
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‘Just Keep Moving’
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
October 3, 2025
For most people, the thought of swimming half a mile, biking 12 miles and running three miles sounds daunting. For 71-year-old Okmulgee County resident Jeff Bigger, it’s just another day of living lif...
Pride of Morris Places 7th at Eufaula Marching Invitational
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Pride of Morris Places 7th at Eufaula Marching Invitational
October 3, 2025
The Pride of Morris recently traveled to Eufaula to compete at the Eufaula Ironhead Marching Invitational. The Pride secured a spot in the finals and finished 7th place overall. The band also placed 2...
October 3 Uganda Martyrs Bean Dinner |
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October 3 Uganda Martyrs Bean Dinner |
October 3, 2025
A Soulicious Ham and Bean Dinner will be held at Uganda Martyrs Catholic Church, 3rd & Choctaw in Okmulgee, on Friday, Oct. 3, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The meal will include a bountiful serving of ha...
Okmulgee Celebrates Homecoming with Parade
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Okmulgee Celebrates Homecoming with Parade
October 3, 2025
The streets were red and black, as Okmulgee celebrated Homecoming with the annual downtown parade on 6th Street. The community gathered to cheer on the Bulldogs before heading to Harmon Stadium for th...
Beggs High School Celebrates Homecoming with Ceremony, Win
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Beggs High School Celebrates Homecoming with Ceremony, Win
October 3, 2025
Beggs High School celebrated Homecoming last week, along with a big 27-7 win over the Community Christian Royals. Pictured is the 2025 Beggs Homecoming Court.
Golden Anniversary of Glory
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Golden Anniversary of Glory
By Patrick Ford Editor 
October 1, 2025
Fifty years ago, Oklahoma high school football crowned a slate of champions that still stir memories across the state - none more so than two programs right here in Okmulgee County. In 1975, the Okmul...
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Calling All Okmulgee County Students
October 1, 2025
The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 539 in Henryetta and VFW Post 1189 in Okmulgee, in partnership with the VFW Auxiliary, are once again proud to invite students from across Okmulgee County to pa...
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Preston Drama set to shine at state competition
By Patrick Ford Editor 
October 1, 2025
The Preston High School Drama Department is set to make a mark once again at this year’s State 1-Act Play Competition. Under the talented direction of Devin Doupe, the students will perform “A Night U...
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Commissioners address roads, Wilson Fire Department bid
By Patrick Ford Editor 
October 1, 2025
The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners convened Monday for their regular meeting at the courthouse. Commissioners Michael Wallace, Steve Ward and Ernie Ferreira addressed a full slate of items ran...
October 3 Uganda Martyrs Bean
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October 3 Uganda Martyrs Bean
October 1, 2025
at Uganda Martyrs Catholic Church, 3rd & Choctaw in Okmulgee, on Friday, Oct. 3, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The meal will include a bountiful serving of ham n’ beans, coleslaw, cornbread and dessert fo...
OHS Celebrates First Homecoming at Newly Renovated Harmon Stadium
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OHS Celebrates First Homecoming at Newly Renovated Harmon Stadium
October 1, 2025
It was first ever district-wide Homecoming Pep Rally last Friday at Harmon Stadium, as the students, faculty, administration and construction crews were joined by the Okmulgee Chamber as they held a r...
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A Salute to Our Hometown Heroes
By Patrick Ford Editor 
January 30, 2026
As the Okmulgee Times and Henryetta Free-Lance recognize the men and women of law enforcement and first responders across Okmulgee County in today’s special Salute to Hometown Heroes section included ...
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Good News for Local Schools
By Patrick Ford Editor 
January 30, 2026
A wave of encouraging news is rippling through Oklahoma’s education community, and several schools in Okmulgee County are among those being celebrated. According to a memorandum released by the Oklaho...
OSU Extension welcomes educators
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OSU Extension welcomes educators
January 30, 2026
The Oklahoma State University Extension Office in Okmulgee County is welcoming two new educators whose backgrounds and passion for service are expected to bring added value to local youth, families an...
Okmulgee’s ‘film-friendly’ status brings jobs, dollars and creative possibilities
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Okmulgee’s ‘film-friendly’ status brings jobs, dollars and creative possibilities
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
January 30, 2026
When people think about filmmaking, they often picture big cities, sound stages and distant studios. But in recent years, Okmulgee has quietly been building something different, a reputation as a plac...
MN, University of Edinburgh team for first international repatriation
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MN, University of Edinburgh team for first international repatriation
January 30, 2026
A Scottish university has completed what is believed to be the first-ever international repatriation of ancestral remains to mainland United States. More than 150 years after they were taken, the Univ...
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