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OPD investigates burglary, robbery of pharmacy
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OPD investigates burglary, robbery of pharmacy
By News Staff 
January 26, 2022
The Okmulgee Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying a subject in a burglary at Okmulgee Discount Pharmacy. On Monday, Okmulgee Police received a report of a burglary that had occurred ...
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Voters reminded of precinct polling location change
By News Staff 
January 26, 2022
Okmulgee voters are being reminded of a change to a precinct location for the next election. Those who have cast their ballots at East Central Electric (Precent 560007) located at 2001 S. Wood Drive, ...
OADC rep is guest of Okmulgee Lions
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OADC rep is guest of Okmulgee Lions
By News Staff 
January 20, 2022
If any of us ever entertained the idea that the Okmulgee Area Development Corporation (OADC) was just another do-nothing agency, we most assuredly have been barking up the wrong tree. And after Progra...
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What Isaiah Saw
By Randy Zinn 
January 20, 2022
The prophet, Isaiah, lived over 700 years before Jesus came to earth and He “saw” the birth of the Christ Child some 750 years before He was born of a virgin woman named Mary in the little town called...
Okmulgee Community Playhouse Event Is Saturday
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Okmulgee Community Playhouse Event Is Saturday
By News Staff 
January 20, 2022
The public is invited to the Okmulgee Community Playhouse “Open Mic” night event this Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at the Orpheum Theatre, 210 W. 7th. Admission is $5. Director Fay Tipton is looking for more...
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College News Briefs
By News Staff 
January 20, 2022
Emily Smith of Okmulgee has been named to Southern New Hampshire University’s Fall 2021 President’s List. Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.700 and ab...
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This Week in History
By News Staff 
January 20, 2022
100 years ago: Murderer’s jury denies plea for penalty of death. Massengale on stand, denied he knew or took part in robbery-murder that killed policeman. He received a life term. If you needed a pair...
OPSR hosts legislative symposium to discuss state’s early childhood crisis
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OPSR hosts legislative symposium to discuss state’s early childhood crisis
By News Staff 
January 20, 2022
To highlight the importance of investing in Oklahoma’s early childhood programs and in preparation for the upcoming legislative session, Oklahoma Partnership for School Readiness (OPSR) and the Nation...
Hotel Sparks
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Hotel Sparks
By News Staff 
January 20, 2022
On Monday, fire destroyed the old Hotel Sparks, located on Comanche Street. The three-story brick structure had been uninhabited for a number of years. The history of the building was submitted to the...
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OKDHS offers child welfare worker recruitment and retention incentives
By News Staff 
January 20, 2022
Oklahoma Human Services (OKDHS) announced last week a series of Child Welfare Services (CWS) recruitment and retention incentives intended to bolster hiring of positions that are critical to ensuring ...
State FFA Officers visit Okmulgee program
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State FFA Officers visit Okmulgee program
By Patrick Ford 
January 20, 2022
The Okmulgee FFA was host several this week to several members of the Oklahoma State FFA Officers during a stop on their Goodwill Tour. Okmulgee Junior High and High School members had the opportunity...
City Proclamation Declares Jan. 17 as MLK Jr. Day
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City Proclamation Declares Jan. 17 as MLK Jr. Day
By News Staff 
January 20, 2022
Okmulgee Mayor Richard Larabee presented members of the Martin Luther King Committee with a proclamation declaring January 17, 2022 as Martin Luther King, Junior Day. Present to accept the proclamatio...
Council approves Cox Cash Saver incentive
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Council approves Cox Cash Saver incentive
By Melissa Heminover 
January 20, 2022
The Okmulgee City Council held their regular monthly meeting Tuesday evening at City Hall. Mayor Richard Larabee presented the Okmulgee Martin Luther King Committee a proclamation naming January 17 Ma...
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Pecan Festival to hold t-shirt design competition
By Melissa Heminover 
January 20, 2022
The Pecan Festival Committee is still accepting submissions for this year’s Pecan Festival T-Shirt design. The winning design will receive a $150 cash prize. Design submissions are being accepted thro...
Beggs Convenience Store Robbery
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Beggs Convenience Store Robbery
By News Staff 
January 20, 2022
Beggs Mayor Jacob Branson says the Beggs Police Department are asking for the communities help in identifying a person of interest in the recent burglary of the Shell Convenience Store, located at 207...
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In the Garden of Eden, why did the devil temp Eve instead of Adam?
By Kids Talk About God By Carey Kinsolving 
January 18, 2022
“Satan knew Eve would fall for it,” says Amanda, age 9. Nice pun, Amanda. “Because Eve was eating when Satan tempted her,” says Griffin, 8. This is the maitre d’ theory of the fall. Perhaps Satan work...
Towns see mixed results from January sales tax distribution
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Towns see mixed results from January sales tax distribution
By News Staff 
January 18, 2022
The Oklahoma Tax Commission recently released city sales tax collection figures that primarily represents local tax receipts from November business. The monies they reported this period represent sale...
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Deadline to request absentee ballot is Jan. 24
By News Staff 
January 18, 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. Monday, Jan. 24. Okmulgee County Election Board Secreta...
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PET PALS
By News Staff 
January 18, 2022
Good morning, Okmulgee. We would like to bring your attention to several things this morning. Due to the rising number of Covid cases, we are once again closing our office to the public. Adoptions and...
The Cottonwood coming to downtown Okmulgee
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The Cottonwood coming to downtown Okmulgee
By Melissa Heminover 
January 18, 2022
As Okmulgee continues to see growth, especially in the downtown area, more and more in the community are finding ways to give back to their community and be part of the excitement. That is especially ...
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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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