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June 14 Republican meeting to feature additional candidates
By News Staff 
June 9, 2022
The June 14 Republican meeting is the last before the June 28 election. The general meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion, 730 W. 6th Street in Okmulgee. The business meeting begins...
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Thompson to file legislation restoring powers to tourism commission
By News Staff 
June 9, 2022
Senate Appropriations Chair Roger Thompson, R-Okemah, said he is drafting legislation restoring powers to the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Commission, including the ability to hire and fire the age...
Street closures begin Monday for Pecan Festival
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Street closures begin Monday for Pecan Festival
By News Staff 
June 9, 2022
Although the Pecan Festival doesn’t start until Thursday, June 16, downtown preparations begin Monday, June 13. According to Kay Rabbitt-Brower, Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce executive director, traffi...
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Thousands expected in county to attend concerts, festival
By Patrick Ford 
June 9, 2022
Okmulgee County will be a very busy place this weekend, with two cities hosting events expected to draw visitors and spectators. Beggs Frontier Days, the Rice Brothers Memorial Open Rodeo, along with ...
Library Book Sale Underway
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Library Book Sale Underway
By News Staff 
June 9, 2022
The Friends of the Okmulgee Library Book Sale is going on now through June 18. Hundreds of books of all genres are available. Pictured are Adrian Owen, volunteer who helped set up the sale, and Jackie...
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Homeless Shelter thanks community for support
By Patrick Ford 
June 9, 2022
The Okmulgee community has stepped up once again to help with a dire need at the Okmulgee County Homeless shelter. Due to the increase of clients being served, the Okmulgee County Homeless Shelter has...
Pecan Festival Committee
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Pecan Festival Committee
By News Staff 
June 9, 2022
After months of planning, the 2022 Pecan Festival Committee met for the final time Wednesday. Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Kay Rabbitt-Brower says this year’s festival is going to b...
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Absentee ballot deadlines announced
By News Staff 
June 9, 2022
The deadline to request absentee ballots by mail is approaching. Applications must be received by the County Election Board no later than 5 p.m. June 13, according to Okmulgee County Election Board Se...
PET PALS
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PET PALS
By News Staff 
June 7, 2022
Many good things are happening this month. The Okmulgee County Humane Society will have their usual booth at the Pecan Festival. We have several shifts for volunteers still open. We need two people fo...
East Central announces Round Up Scholarship recipients
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East Central announces Round Up Scholarship recipients
By News Staff 
June 7, 2022
East Central Electric Coop has announced the recipients of the $1,000 Operation Round Up Scholarships. Those receiving scholarships and their school are: • Beggs - Lynley Hudson. Lynley is planning to...
Dr. Ina Agnew is guest speaker at Okmulgee Dunbar graduation
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Dr. Ina Agnew is guest speaker at Okmulgee Dunbar graduation
By News Staff 
June 7, 2022
Okmulgee Dunbar 8th graders were honored to hear a special guest speaker at their recent graduation. Dr. Ina Agnew of Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology (OSUIT) spoke to the students at...
County Masonic Lodges aid Sheriff’s Office
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County Masonic Lodges aid Sheriff’s Office
By News Staff 
June 7, 2022
The Okmulgee County Sheriff ’s Office recently reached out to the businesses and organizations of Okmulgee County soliciting donations for the purchase of materials from the National Child Safety Coun...
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Delinquent tax payment dates
By News Staff 
June 7, 2022
Okmulgee County Treasurer Vonna Lampkins would like to advise all property owners that are delinquent for at least four years, they have until the end of business day on June 10, to redeem their prope...
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Okmulgee Head Start spots open
By News Staff 
June 7, 2022
There are approximately 10 spots available for the Okmulgee Head Start & Early Head Start program for the 2022-23 school year. This program services children from 0-5 years of age. Head Start includes...
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County unemployment numbers down
By News Staff 
June 7, 2022
The jobless rate in Okmulgee County, along with the rest of the state, is on a downward trend, according to figures from the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission. Okmulgee County reported a rate of...
Pecan Festival Carnival ‘Ride All Night’ cards for sale
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Pecan Festival Carnival ‘Ride All Night’ cards for sale
By News Staff 
June 7, 2022
Cards allowing carnival attendees to ride all night for one price at the Pecan Festival are on sale now at the Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce office at 112 N. Morton Avenue. The cards are $25 if purchas...
Summer program begins June 14
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Summer program begins June 14
By Patrick Ford 
June 7, 2022
A summer program for Okmulgee County youth will begin next week. The Okmulgee Summer Multi-Cultural Enrichment Program (OSMEP) will start June 14, with the final session on July 29. The program will r...
Okemah man facing more charges
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Okemah man facing more charges
By Patrick Ford 
June 7, 2022
A man arrested in early April on drug, stolen vehicle and firearms possession charges has been arrested again and is facing even more charges. During the April 4 arrest, Bobby Shane Thomas, 46, of Oke...
County welcomes interim OSU Extension director
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County welcomes interim OSU Extension director
By Patrick Ford 
June 7, 2022
Former Okmulgee County OSU Extension Director Leslie Lewis introduced Tanner Miller to the Board of County Commissioners at their regular meeting Monday. Miller has been hired as an Ag and 4H educator...
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County Treasurer issues notice to property owners
By News Staff 
June 3, 2022
Okmulgee County Treasurer, Vonna Lampkins,  advises all property owners that are delinquent on taxes for at least four (4) years, they have until the end of business day on June 10,  to redeem their p...
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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
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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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