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WELCOME TO THE ROY LEBLANC INVITATIONAL RODEO!
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WELCOME TO THE ROY LEBLANC INVITATIONAL RODEO!
August 11, 2023
The 68th Annual Roy LeBlanc Invitational Rodeo returns this weekend, drawing contestants and spectators from across the country to the Bob Arrington Arena at the Muscogee Nation Complex. Sponsors for ...
County Fair preparations underway
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County Fair preparations underway
August 11, 2023
Inside today’s issue is the special section for the Okmulgee County Free Fair. The event is Sept. 7-9 at the Okmulgee County Fairgrounds. During the fair, visitors will be able to see many displays, a...
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Man killed in early accident
August 11, 2023
Victim was reportedly lying on roadway An Okemah man lying on a roadway was killed after he was struck by a vehicle Wednesday morning. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol reported the fatality collision happe...
Local students awarded Mike Rowe Scholarship
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Local students awarded Mike Rowe Scholarship
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
August 11, 2023
10 Okmulgeeans selected Ten Okmulgeeans were awarded the 2023 Work Ethic Scholarship awarded by the mikeroweWORKS Foundation. According to their website, “Through this program, we encourage people to ...
Bowen welcomed as new Chamber assistant
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Bowen welcomed as new Chamber assistant
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
August 11, 2023
Exciting Pecan Festival news announced Though she isn’t a new face in the Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce office, Whitlea Bowen was recently officially hired as the new Administrative Assistant at the ag...
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A Search for Answers
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
August 11, 2023
Mitchell, Branson share concerns, issue with recent decisions Recent changes in supervision of Okmulgee County 911 Communications, along with media reports and interviews, accusations of alleged ‘unla...
City Invests in Its History
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City Invests in Its History
August 11, 2023
Okmulgee City Council members took a big step in working to preserve one of our city’s historical landmarks when they voted to donate $5,000 to the oldest Black hospital in Oklahoma. Mayor Mickey Bald...
Roy LeBlanc Invitational Rodeo kicks off tonight
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Roy LeBlanc Invitational Rodeo kicks off tonight
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
August 11, 2023
Downtown parade is 4 p.m. Saturday Okmulgee will be busy this weekend, with thousands attending and enjoying the 68th Roy LeBlanc Okmulgee Invitational Rodeo. Lots of excitement is in store at the Bob...
Bulldog PAWS mentors sought
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Bulldog PAWS mentors sought
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
August 11, 2023
OEF partners with school, agency to provide service An exciting new mentorship program was announced this week. Margaret Hess announced the launching of the Bulldog PAWS mentorship program during this...
County Prayer Walk Visits Local Schools
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County Prayer Walk Visits Local Schools
August 9, 2023
A large crowd of supporters and area churches joined together Saturday morning for the annual County Prayer Walk, beginning at Brock Gymnasium. Committee members including Darren Downing, Christy Park...
Rex blasts Lady Knights into win column in season opener
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Rex blasts Lady Knights into win column in season opener
By LARRY OWEN SPORTS EDITOR 
August 9, 2023
Henryetta sophomore launches 2 HRs in 4-1 victory Henryetta sophomore Serenity Rex dominated the visiting Vian Lady Wolverines on both sides of the field in Monday’s season-opening fastpitch softball ...
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Dewar youth football season begins Aug. 26
By LARRY OWEN SPORTS EDITOR 
August 9, 2023
The Dewar youth football program will begin its 2023 campaign on the final Saturday of August (Aug. 26) at the friendly confines of Dr. Ted Lewis Stadium. The Lil Dragons’ first opponent of 2023 will ...
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Pirates open season with shutout
By LARRY OWEN SPORTS EDITOR 
August 9, 2023
Preston tops LeFlore in 12-0 victory The Preston Pirate varsity fall baseball team kicked off 2023 Monday evening with a 12-0, run-rule, win over the visiting LeFlore Savages. The season-opening win e...
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RELIGION
August 9, 2023
St. Michael Catholic Church Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord, Year A A choice is necessary. The choice is extremely costly. But the one we are choosing for is always with us and is greater tha...
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Wit and Wisdom
By MARY MORRIS 
August 9, 2023
MEMBER OF HENRYETTA FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH “Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human institution, whether to a king as the one in authority, or to governors as sent by him for the punishme...
If Jesus came with you to school, what would you do? (Part 1 of 2)
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If Jesus came with you to school, what would you do? (Part 1 of 2)
August 9, 2023
“I would ask him for all the answers. I would buy him lunch,” says Bobby, age 7. Yes, it would be nice to not study and have the answers to those pesky tests. Then, there’s the other trial that takes ...
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Why Failover Internet Solution Can Be Oklahoma’s Business Lifeline During Internet Outages
By JOE CABRERA US CELLULAR 
August 9, 2023
In today’s digital landscape, internet connectivity is the lifeline that keeps businesses across the country connected to customers. Any resident of this great state knows Okmulgee’s location can caus...
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August 9, 2023
During the month of August, we are offering adoption by donation for animal in boarding, a pay by your heart special! Take a look at these beautiful animals and apply to adopt on the OCHS website at w...
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Grown sons in the dark about couple’s ancient history
By Dear Abby By Abigail Van Buren 
August 9, 2023
DEAR ABBY: My wife and I have been married for 38 years. We were both divorced prior to our marriage. Our marriage is great, and we have demonstrated this to everyone and especially to our boys. We de...
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Upholding the Spirit of the Indian Child Welfare Act
By LAHOMA (HICKS) SCHULTZ CANDIDATE FOR MN PRINCIPAL CHIEF 
August 9, 2023
A Call for Renewed Commitment As a candidate for Principal Chief of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation (MCN), I have shared a platform which includes revisiting the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) issue. In ...
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Chlorine system failure prompts boil advisory
By Patrick Ford Editor 
April 8, 2026
Editor’s Note: Please refer to the City of Okmulgee website at www. okmugeeonline.com and the Okmulgee City Hall Facebook page for questions and updates related to this matter. Citizens are also encou...
GCTC honors Teacher, Support Staff of the Year
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GCTC honors Teacher, Support Staff of the Year
April 8, 2026
Green Country Technology Center (GCTC) is proud to announce its Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the Year honorees ahead of a districtwide banquet - celebrating their achievements. The banquet...
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Candidate filing ends
By Patrick Ford Editor 
April 8, 2026
Following the candidate filing period last week, elections are ahead for Okmulgee County Commissioner in District 1 and 3. Leading the slate of filings are two countywide offices that drew no opponent...
April proclaimed Child Abuse Prevention Month
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April proclaimed Child Abuse Prevention Month
By Patrick Ford Editor 
April 8, 2026
A call to protect the county’s most vulnerable residents took center stage Monday morning as the Okmulgee County Board of County Commissioners officially proclaimed April as Child Abuse Prevention Mon...
OSUIT medication take-back event planned April 15
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OSUIT medication take-back event planned April 15
April 8, 2026
Area residents will have an opportunity to safely dispose of unused medications and medical sharps during a special take-back event scheduled for Wednesday, April 15, at OSUIT. The event will take pla...
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