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ECE lineman to electrify Guatemalan village
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ECE lineman to electrify Guatemalan village
By Anna Politano 
April 26, 2022
Adults and children in the isolated, mountainous village of La Montanita de la Virgen, Guatemala are currently in the dark. The village has never had access to electricity before, but their story will...
Preston Academics Named 3A State Champions
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Preston Academics Named 3A State Champions
By News Staff 
April 21, 2022
High school academic meets have been constricted for the last two years due to COVID-19, however Preston’s Academic Team is back to doing what they do best: excelling. Since their first meet on March ...
Robertson Named OACA Coach of the Year
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Robertson Named OACA Coach of the Year
By News Staff 
April 21, 2022
The Oklahoma Academic Coaches Association started for the purpose of formalizing and network of coaches throughout the state to help foster an environment that allows students to be successful. Presto...
PHS Triumphs at Seminole Meet
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PHS Triumphs at Seminole Meet
By News Staff 
April 21, 2022
On March 24, Preston High School students stepped into this year’s academic competitions with stride, taking first place at the Seminole Scholastic Meet. Preston led with a total of 50 points, followe...
Preston Takes 1st at EOS Meet
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Preston Takes 1st at EOS Meet
By News Staff 
April 21, 2022
After their first win at Seminole this year, the Preston Pirate Academic team maintained their winning momentum at Eastern Oklahoma State Scholastic Meet on April 4. These talented students took anoth...
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This Week in History
By News Staff 
April 21, 2022
100 years ago: Okmulgee Company Will Be Inspected - Captain V.R. Sweeney announced the Okmulgee unit of the Oklahoma National Guard would undergo federal inspection at the Chamber of Commerce Hall by ...
Tonya Day Receives Oath of Office
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Tonya Day Receives Oath of Office
By News Staff 
April 21, 2022
Judge Pandee Ramirez swears in newly-appointed Okmulgee County Clerk Tonya Day on Wednesday. Day, a 21-year employee of the County Clerk’s Office, was appointed this week to fulfill the term of Cathi ...
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Historical Society to hold ‘Kentucky Derby’ themed fundraiser April 30
By News Staff 
April 21, 2022
Aimed at connecting the community through preservation efforts and storytelling, Okmulgee County Historical Society, founded in 2021, is planning another fundraiser event next weekend. The 2nd annual ...
Easter Events Still Fun Despite Wet Weather
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Easter Events Still Fun Despite Wet Weather
By News Staff 
April 21, 2022
Wet, cold conditions put a damper on last week’s Easter Egg Hunts. The annual Okmulgee Service League’s event was cancelled on Saturday, however, the group donated their prizes and eggs to The Refuge ...
Writer, manager meets legendary Hollywood producer
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Writer, manager meets legendary Hollywood producer
By Patrick Ford 
April 21, 2022
Two area men recently had the opportunity to meet a legendary producer. Chas Lowe, also known as Rifleman Loweco Writer, has written over 40 screenplays ready for Hollywood movie production. Lowe is f...
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Fisher Bash ‘22 coming to Mounds April 30
By News Staff 
April 21, 2022
The 2nd annual Fisher Bash will be held Saturday, April 30, at the CrossBar Arena in Mounds. The Clayton Fisher Memorial Event will draw cowboys, cowgirls and rodeo enthusiasts to the area. There will...
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Ewton trial continued
By News Staff 
April 21, 2022
A jury trial was set to begin Tuesday, April 19 in the case of the State v. Dallas Ewton but was moved to June 22 in the Eastern District Court of Oklahoma. Ewton, a former teacher at Morris Public Sc...
The Return of Talk Local
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The Return of Talk Local
By Patrick Ford 
April 21, 2022
After almost a two year hiatus, Talk Local with Small Business Services @ GCTC returned with over 30 people attending the first coffee and chat event. This informal weekly gathering was designed to pr...
GCTC announces Teacher, Support Staff of the Year
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GCTC announces Teacher, Support Staff of the Year
By News Staff 
April 21, 2022
GCTC is excited to announce our Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the Year for 2022. Amanda Longan was chosen as Teacher of the Year for her outstanding professionalism, high student expectatio...
American Legion recalls history
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American Legion recalls history
By News Staff 
April 21, 2022
Part IV 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. Th...
OSBI agent is guest of Lions Club
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OSBI agent is guest of Lions Club
By News Staff 
April 21, 2022
As a young lad many, many, many years ago, I saw a sign declaring “crime does not pay,” but someone had facetiously added a postscript in very poor penmanship, “at least not what it did last year.” So...
Okmulgee City Council appointments made
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Okmulgee City Council appointments made
By Patrick Ford 
April 21, 2022
The Okmulgee City Council voted to fill several vacancies on the board during Tuesday’s meeting, and named a new vice-mayor. The action has caused several members of the community to express their dis...
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Statement from Mayor Mickey Baldwin:
By News Staff 
April 21, 2022
Serving in our community these past eight years has brought me to many great relationships, new challenges, and to see the rich inheritance here in Okmulgee. As this appointment as mayor comes during ...
A Simple Note of Encouragement
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A Simple Note of Encouragement
By Patrick Ford 
April 21, 2022
Tonya Bowie, owner of Pure Stretch Recover LLC, recently arrived for work, received her mail and in it, she opened what she thought was an invitation to an event. However, it was a card with a note st...
OCP to perform ‘Hold Onto Your Hat’ April 30
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OCP to perform ‘Hold Onto Your Hat’ April 30
By News Staff 
April 21, 2022
“Hold Onto Your Hat” will be presented by the Okmulgee Community Playhouse at the Orpheum Theatre, 210 W. 7th Street. This comedy will be playing April 30 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Admission is $5 for a...
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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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