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Pirates outlast Stratford in hard-fought battle
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Pirates outlast Stratford in hard-fought battle
By DARRELL FROST SPORTS WRITER 
February 19, 2025
The Preston Pirates secured a commanding 60-47 victory over Stratford in a heated basketball matchup on Feb. 14. The game was a tale of two halves, with the Pirates pulling away late to seal the win. ...
Dragons, Lady Dragons Win District Championships
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Dragons, Lady Dragons Win District Championships
February 19, 2025
Congratulations to the Dewar basketball program, who will advance to the next round of playoffs after a pair of District wins. The Dargons defeated Depew 60-28, while the Lady Dragons defeated Drumrig...
Twin Hills Hornets Crowned ORES Champs
Sports
Twin Hills Hornets Crowned ORES Champs
February 19, 2025
Congratulations to the Twin Hills School Hornets and Coach Koby Love after their wins garnered them the Oklahoma Rural Elementary Schools (ORES) State Championship.
Lady Pirates fall to Stratford at Districts
Sports
Lady Pirates fall to Stratford at Districts
By DARRELL FROST SPORTS WRITER 
February 19, 2025
The Preston girls basketball team took the court with energy and determination, ready to face off against a tough Stratford squad in District action last week. From the opening tip, both teams showed ...
Meet Your Officers
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Meet Your Officers
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
February 16, 2025
In this installment of our “Meet Your Officers” series, we introduce Chief Deputy Robert Heath of the Okmulgee County Sheriff ’s Office (OCSO). With over 25 years in law enforcement, Chief Heath has a...
Late judge honored with memorial plaque
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Late judge honored with memorial plaque
February 15, 2025
The Okmulgee County Specialty Court has dedicated a memorial plaque in honor of Judge Duane Woodliff, the founding judge of the program, as a tribute to his enduring legacy of compassion, service, and...
Beggs City Council votes not to amend ordinance
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Beggs City Council votes not to amend ordinance
By KAY RABBITT-BROWER SPECIAL TO THE TIMES 
February 14, 2025
Beggs City Council met Feb. 10 and voted not to amend a mobile home ordinance, while voting to table further discussion regarding an ongoing street maintenance issue, and approve purchasing trauma bag...
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Baldwin wins mayor seat
By Patrick Ford Editor 
February 14, 2025
Voters across Okmulgee County cast their ballots on Feb. 11, deciding key races and propositions for county commissioner, city council and school board positions, as well as school bond measures. Belo...
OPS board accepts Kimbley resignation
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OPS board accepts Kimbley resignation
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
February 14, 2025
The Okmulgee School Board of Education held its regular meeting Tuesday, addressing the recent fire at the primary school, planned stadium renovations and the hiring of coaches for the next academic y...
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‘Journey of Hope’
By Patrick Ford Editor 
February 14, 2025
As the state of Oklahoma approaches the 30th anniversary of the tragic April 19, 1995, bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City, a meaningful initiative is bringing remembranc...
Patrons Bank wins Oklahoma Top Workplaces Award for consecutive year
Community
Patrons Bank wins Oklahoma Top Workplaces Award for consecutive year
February 14, 2025
Patrons Bank has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2024 honor by Oklahoma Top Workplaces for the second year in a row. This list is based solely on employee feedback through a third-party survey administe...
A Love That Stands the Test of Time
Community
A Love That Stands the Test of Time
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
February 14, 2025
In this day and age where love stories often seem fleeting, the bond between Luther Ray and Yvonne Sowder stands as a reflection of what enduring devotion means. Married for an incredible 65 years, th...
Community
The Heart That Pleases God
February 14, 2025
God delivered the Israelites from Egyptian bondage under the leadership of Moses, and they came to Kadesh-Barnea approaching entry into Canaan Land. There God instructed Moses to send one man from eac...
Finding Redemption
Community
Finding Redemption
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
February 14, 2025
At Hope House in Okmulgee, a quiet yet powerful transformation is taking place. Women who have struggled with addiction, trauma, and loss are finding new life through Anchor of Hope Ministries. Among ...
Community
Morris School board holds February meeting
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
February 14, 2025
The Morris Public School Board of Education held its regular meeting on Monday. All items on the consent agenda were approved, including the minutes from the Jan. 13 meeting and monthly financial repo...
Community
Henryetta Church of God to host concert
February 14, 2025
Henryetta Church of God, 202 W. Gentry in Henryetta, will host a special concert Sunday, Feb. 23, at 10 a.m. Chapter 2, featuring Jim and Karol Miller, will perform.
Fundraiser aims to restore ‘The Hut’
Community
Fundraiser aims to restore ‘The Hut’
By Patrick Ford Editor 
February 14, 2025
A community gathering filled with delicious food, meaningful discussions, and heartfelt tributes is set to take place on Friday, Feb. 28, from 4 to 7 p.m. as the “Raise the Hut” Restoration Committee ...
Felonies
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Felonies
February 14, 2025
CF-2025-00019 02/06/2025 State of Oklahoma vs. Gabriel, Yelstin Josue Perez Rape, First Degree CF-2025-00020 02/07/2025 State of Oklahoma vs. Thedford, Richard Dewayne Failure to Register as Convicted...
Okmulgee Lions host District Midwinter Convention
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Okmulgee Lions host District Midwinter Convention
By Patrick Ford Editor 
February 14, 2025
The Lions Clubs of Oklahoma’s District 3-E gathered in Okmulgee for their Midwinter Convention on Feb. 8 at First Baptist Church, located at 311 W. 5th Street. This annual event served as a celebratio...
Obituaries
Michael Wayne Knox, Sr.
February 14, 2025
April 19, 1961 - February 9, 2025 Michael Wayne Knox, Sr., a United States Army Veteran, 63, died February 9, 2025, in Okmulgee with his family near his side. Funeral service will be held Thursday, Fe...
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Wreathing ceremony honors fallen OHP Trooper
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Wreathing ceremony honors fallen OHP Trooper
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
December 19, 2025
Each holiday season, remembrance takes on a quieter, more personal form for the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. This year, that remembrance led several troopers and family members to a graveside in Okmulgee ...
City zoning, property items approved
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City zoning, property items approved
By Patrick Ford Editor 
December 19, 2025
The Okmulgee City Council conducted an extensive and multifaceted regular meeting Tuesday evening, addressing a wide range of city business that included zoning changes, infrastructure funding challen...
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Commissioners review District 3 road project bids
By Patrick Ford Editor 
December 19, 2025
A significant cost difference between competing bids for a major District 3 road project dominated discussion during Monday morning’s regular meeting of the Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners, as ...
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Property tax deadline extended
December 19, 2025
Okmulgee County Treasurer Lindsay Bunch is reminding property owners that the deadline to make property tax payments has been extended, while also sharing details on upcoming courthouse closures and t...
Man faces felony animal cruelty charges
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Man faces felony animal cruelty charges
By Patrick Ford Editor 
December 19, 2025
A man is facing a felony charge of Cruelty to Animals following a disturbing incident reported Monday near the Okmulgee County Courthouse that drew immediate public attention and outrage. According to...
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