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Okmulgee FFA delivers treats to OHS faculty
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Okmulgee FFA delivers treats to OHS faculty
By KEIRA SWAYZE OKMULGEE FFA REPORTER 
January 1, 2025
Okmulgee FFA members delivered baked treats made in Ms. Stewart’s Food Science class Okmulgee High School faculty and staff the week before Christmas break. The Food Science class made Rice Kriispie t...
As Oklahoma executions continue, new death sentences grow rare
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As Oklahoma executions continue, new death sentences grow rare
By KEATON ROSS OKLAHOMA WATCH 
January 1, 2025
Oklahoma’s death row is dwindling with each execution. No state court has imposed a death sentence since May 13, 2022, when a Tulsa County judge followed a jury’s recommendation and sentenced David Wa...
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HOROSCOPES
January 1, 2025
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You are likely to question information you receive this week, Aries. Investigate things further, but remain receptive to what others are saying. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, it...
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County students named to ECU
January 1, 2025
East Central University is recognizing students for their outstanding academic work during the Fall 2024 semester by naming them to the President’s and Dean’s Honor Rolls. McKenna Jones of Beggs was n...
Resolve yourself to stronger advocacy in 2025
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Resolve yourself to stronger advocacy in 2025
January 1, 2025
A new year has begun, and a new Legislature will soon convene! On Jan. 7, the First Session of the 60th Oklahoma Legislature will officially hold an organizational day to prepare for the work that beg...
Husband’s years-long secret life is still kept under wraps
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Husband’s years-long secret life is still kept under wraps
January 1, 2025
DEARABBY: A year ago, I found out my husband has been cheating on me with multiple women for more than a decade and kept two of his conquests for that entire time. He also sent all our savings to his ...
What is the driving force in your life?
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What is the driving force in your life?
January 1, 2025
“Not following directions,” says Lyle, 5. I’ve been down that road, Lyle, and it’s not one you want to travel. “My mommy and daddy’s kisses and hugs,” says Emily, 5. There are a lot of kids who wish t...
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Witness a Miracle
By MARY MORRIS HENRYETTA RESIDENT 
January 1, 2025
Exodus 14:31 - And when the Israelites saw the mighty hand of the Lord displayed against the Egyptians, the people feared the Lord and put their trust in him and in Moses his servant. The Israelites w...
Tigers compete in 59th annual Tournament of Champions
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Tigers compete in 59th annual Tournament of Champions
By JOHN BLOCK COOKSON HILLS PUBLISHERS 
January 1, 2025
The Wilson boys basketball team fought hard at the 59th annual Tulsa Public Schools Tournament of Champions but ultimately fell in all three games. The Tournament of Champions was conducted Dec. 26-28...
Meet Your Officers
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Meet Your Officers
By From Passion to Patrol 
December 27, 2024
DAWN CARTER REPORTER In this installment of Meet Your Officers, we introduce you to Officer Michael Shaikho of the Okmulgee Police Department. A newer member of the force, Officer Shaikho shares insig...
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City anounces New Year’s holiday closings
December 27, 2024
Please be advised that all City Hall offices and Public Works operations will be closed Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in observance of the New Year’s holiday. Emergency service operations, police and fire ...
Harlan Ford Toy Drive Gives Kids a Merry Christmas
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Harlan Ford Toy Drive Gives Kids a Merry Christmas
December 27, 2024
Thanks to the generous donations from the Okmulgee and surrounding community, children under DHS care could receive gifts for Christmas as part of the annual Harlan Ford Toy Drive. Harlan Ford graciou...
Tubby Wins Contest
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Tubby Wins Contest
December 27, 2024
Tami Humphrey, owner of Tubby the Cat, shows off her feline companion who was the winner of the first Okmulgee Times & Henryetta Free-Lance Pet Calendar Contest, which helped raise funds for the Human...
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AG awards sheriff office grants across Oklahoma counties
December 27, 2024
Attorney General Gentner Drummond’s office has awarded grant funding totaling $18 million to provide support for every county sheriff ’s office in Oklahoma through a new program created by the state L...
Firefighters Visit Muscogee Nation Head Start
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Firefighters Visit Muscogee Nation Head Start
December 27, 2024
Okmulgee firefighters Captain Tim Salyer, Driver Dalton Chandler, and Fire Chief Dwayne Hurt recently brought excitement and safety education to the Muscogee Creek Nation Head Start. The visit include...
DOJ sues DAs to stop prosecuting Indians in Indian Country
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DOJ sues DAs to stop prosecuting Indians in Indian Country
By TRES SAVAGE NONDOC 
December 27, 2024
Citing “fundamental principles of federal Indian law that have been in place since the founding era and are deeply rooted in the United States Constitution,” the U.S. Department of Justice sued a pair...
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Correction:
December 27, 2024
On page B1 of the Friday, Dec. 20 edition of the Okmulgee Times, in the article titled “Morris hires new head football coach,” the article should have read “Morris is considering the approval for head...
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State Bar Association to reimburse client losses
December 27, 2024
The Oklahoma Bar Association Clients’ Security Fund will pay more than $276,000 to 69 people who lost money or other property from the dishonest conduct of their attorney. The association is reimbursi...
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HOROSCOPES
December 27, 2024
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You are likely to question information you receive this week, Aries. Investigate things further, but remain receptive to what others are saying. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, it...
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Coach love’s blueprint for success
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
December 27, 2024
Okmulgee’s boys’ basketball team is gearing up for an exciting season under the leadership of Coach Cordell Love. As both the head coach and the school’s athletic director, Coach Love is navigating ne...
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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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