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Peggy Ann Cooper
Obituaries
Peggy Ann Cooper
March 19, 2025
Peggy Ann Cooper was born on November 2, 1936, to James Bean and Cora Cary Bean at Chilocco School Hospital in North Central Oklahoma. Peggy attended several schools and graduated from Hulbert High Sc...
Obituaries
Victor Dwayne Talton
March 19, 2025
March 7, 2025 Victor Dwayne Talton, age 57, laborer and resident of Okmulgee, passed away, March 7, 2025, at Hillcrest South Hospital in Tulsa. Services are scheduled Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 1 p....
Preston Fine Arts to host Cabaret Night
Community
Preston Fine Arts to host Cabaret Night
March 19, 2025
The stage is set for an evening of creativity, entertainment, and community spirit as Preston Fine Arts presents Cabaret Night on Friday, March 21, at 6 p.m. at the Jim Waller Event Center. This highl...
March 24 OCGS Meeting |
Community
March 24 OCGS Meeting |
March 19, 2025
The Okmulgee County Genealogical Society will hold its monthly meeting Monday, March 24, at 1 p.m. Please join in person or via Zoom, and visit www.okmcgs.com for more information. AARP will meet Mond...
Why is the Bible important?
Religion
Why is the Bible important?
March 19, 2025
“Because God made the world and the book,” says Mason, age 4. Yes, the same God whose creative power breathed the “breath of life” into Adam also breathed inspiration into the writers of the Bible. In...
Religion
God’s Presence
By MARY MORRIS HENRYETTA RESIDENT 
March 19, 2025
1 Samuel 26:8-11 - Abishai said to David, “Today God has delivered your enemy into your hands. Now let me pin him to the ground with one thrust of the spear; I won’t strike him twice.” But David said ...
Improvements for foster children noted as Pinnacle Plan comes to an end
Columns & Opinion
Improvements for foster children noted as Pinnacle Plan comes to an end
March 19, 2025
Oklahoma received good news last week: the long-running Pinnacle Plan, a settlement agreement for the class action lawsuit filed against the Department of Human Services, was finalized. On May 5, 2009...
Handyman’s janky deck may be a hazard to summer visitors
Columns & Opinion
Handyman’s janky deck may be a hazard to summer visitors
March 19, 2025
DEAR ABBY: My brother-in-law thinks he is good with his hands. He built a deck on the back of his house, and it’s obvious that he’s not a professional. My husband and I have never sat on his deck beca...
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Public Records
02/24/2025
March 19, 2025
2:15 a.m. - Threats - 1400 Block E 1st St. - RP reported someone threatened to shoot up their home due to a problem with their son. 8:20 a.m. - Animal Bite - 100 Block W 13th & YMCA - RP advised of th...
Helt’s clutch performance propels Demons to dominant win over Comanche
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Helt’s clutch performance propels Demons to dominant win over Comanche
By Patrick Ford Editor 
March 19, 2025
A stellar performance from Landon Helt helped the Beggs Golden Demons cruise to a commanding 15-2 victory over the Comanche Indians on Monday night. Helt led the offensive charge, driving in four runs...
B: Sports
SoftballRecap
March 19, 2025
Dewar struggles against Westmore The Dewar Lady Dragons fought hard but couldn’t hold off the powerhouse Westmoore Jaguars, falling 16-6 on Thursday. Despite an explosive start featuring back-to-back ...
Baseball Recap
B: Sports
Baseball Recap
March 19, 2025
Beggs blanks Henryetta in shutout The Beggs Golden Demons breezed past the Henryetta Knights with a 10-0 win on Friday, powered by early offensive production and stellar pitching. Beggs wasted no time...
Henryetta Cheerleader Signs with OK Wesleyan
B: Sports
Henryetta Cheerleader Signs with OK Wesleyan
March 19, 2025
Congratulations to Henryetta’s Laila Hodge, who recently signed to cheer with Oklahoma Wesleyan University next fall.
B: Sports
Eagles out-slug Heavener in high-scoring battle
By Patrick Ford Editor 
March 19, 2025
In a game where offense reigned supreme, the Morris Eagles and Heavener Wolves put on a hitting clinic Monday, but it was the Eagles who emerged victorious in a 26-16 slugfest. Both teams collected 14...
Smith to Play Football at McPherson College
B: Sports
Smith to Play Football at McPherson College
March 19, 2025
Congratulations to Dewar senior Damian Smith, who signed a letter of intent to play football following his graduation at McPherson College in Kansas. Smith is joined by his parents, Amber and TJ Morde...
Chamber holds Legislative Forum
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Chamber holds Legislative Forum
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
March 16, 2025
The Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce hosted its regular Legislative Forum on March 7, featuring updates from Representative Scott Fetgatter and Senator David Bullard. The two lawmakers provided insight in...
Beggs PD welcomes new officer
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Beggs PD welcomes new officer
March 15, 2025
KAY RABBITT-BROWER SPECIAL TO THE TIMES Beggs City Council heard comments from a resident about his sewer backing up, hired a new police officer while accepting the resignation of another, and approve...
Morris City Council holds meeting
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Morris City Council holds meeting
By Patrick Ford Editor 
March 14, 2025
The Morris City Council convened for its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, at the Morris Community Center to discuss a range of municipal matters, including infrastructure projects, personnel di...
Copeland named superintendent of Okmulgee School for FY 2025-26
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Copeland named superintendent of Okmulgee School for FY 2025-26
By Patrick Ford Editor 
March 14, 2025
At the regular meeting of the Okmulgee Board of Education on Tuesday, the board approved the hiring of LuVona Copeland as the new Superintendent of Okmulgee Public Schools for the 2025-26 school year....
Cooks seeking County Commissioner post
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Cooks seeking County Commissioner post
March 14, 2025
Barbarbra Cooks has stepped into the political arena as a Democratic candidate for Okmulgee County Commissioner for District 1, driven by a strong desire to address long-standing concerns in rural inf...
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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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