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10 Years Ago:
Columns & Opinion
10 Years Ago:
July 7, 2023
Okmulgee Public Schools administrators, board members and teachers attended the National Model Schools conference. Funded by Gear Up, the conference helped all staff with training specific to their cl...
Developing Muscle
Columns & Opinion
Developing Muscle
July 7, 2023
My dad taught me how to fish and hunt when I was just a boy. I liked it! Therefore, as I grew into a teen, I would purchase Outdoor Life magazine and read it from cover to cover. I learned many things...
For Normal People
Columns & Opinion
For Normal People
July 7, 2023
The guitarist who does the strumming is vital to the exercise of generating attractive sounds. The most artfully crafted instrument only reflects practical worth once it is held and strummed. The inst...
Lawmakers Always on Duty, File Dozens of Study Requests
Columns & Opinion
Lawmakers Always on Duty, File Dozens of Study Requests
July 7, 2023
There is a misconception that state lawmakers only work four months out of the year. As a former state representative, I can assure you that these men and women are always “on the clock” to address co...
Marriage of convenience has become inconvenient
Columns & Opinion
Marriage of convenience has become inconvenient
July 7, 2023
DEAR ABBY: Eighteen years ago, I married a man so he could get health insurance and have back surgery. It was supposed to be short-lived. He fell in love with me and wouldn’t leave. He’s put me throug...
Annual Fireworks Extravaganza a Success
Community
Annual Fireworks Extravaganza a Success
July 7, 2023
The City of Okmulgee’s annual 4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza was another success this year, kicking off at 7 p.m. at Okmulgee Municipal Park. Pictured are some this year’s fireworks, along with th...
Okmulgee Library Hosts Wildlife at Summer Reading Program
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Okmulgee Library Hosts Wildlife at Summer Reading Program
July 7, 2023
Attendees of the Okmulgee Public Library were visited by a host of interesting animals over the last couple of weeks. Last week, Red Dirt Reptiles showed off a few scaly friends, and on Wednesday, Reg...
The Unknown Soldier (Part I)
Community
The Unknown Soldier (Part I)
July 7, 2023
During World War I, our allies France and Great Britain did not return the remains of their fallen servicemen. Instead, to ease the grief of their citizens, France, and Great Britain each repatriated ...
Community Garden Holds Bi-Annual Meeting
Community
Community Garden Holds Bi-Annual Meeting
July 7, 2023
The biannual meeting of the membership of the Okmulgee Community Garden Corporation was held June 29 at the Okmulgee County Fairgrounds. Mark LeMieux was elected as a new board member. During the meet...
Retired Undersheriff Honored
Community
Retired Undersheriff Honored
July 7, 2023
On Monday, family, friends, and colleagues of Undersheriff Fred McGuire gathered at the courthouse for his retirement reception. A slideshow flickered through McGuire’s more than 30 years of law enfor...
Look Who’s 80!
News
Look Who’s 80!
July 7, 2023
Frank Prentice honored by family It was a reason to celebrate for the Prentice family this past month as patriarch, Frank Prentice, turned the big 8-0 on June 29. Frank has been a pillar of the Okmulg...
July 7
News
July 7
July 7, 2023
The Okmulgee Farmers Market is held each Friday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in front of the Creek Council House in downtown Okmulgee. July 9 Okmulgee Cemetery Association | The Okmulgee Cemetery Association...
MLK Scholarships Awarded
News
MLK Scholarships Awarded
July 7, 2023
On behalf of the Okmulgee County Dr. MLK Commemorative Scholarship Committee, congratulations go to 2023 scholarship recipients. Pictured are Kaleah Barnett (left) and Jaxen Wright of Morris High Scho...
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July 7, 2023
OPS board discusses proposed academy
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OPS board discusses proposed academy
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER The Academy of Okmulgee 
July 7, 2023
Updates given by Coach Cordell Love Wren Hawthorne, superintendent of The Academy of Seminole (TAOS), was back to present the plans for The Academy of Okmulgee, along with a few supporters from the co...
Support shown for upcoming Roy LeBlanc Invitational
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Support shown for upcoming Roy LeBlanc Invitational
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
July 7, 2023
Historic rodeo set for Aug. 11-12 It is just over a month away from the start of the Okmulgee Roy LeBlanc Invitational Rodeo. Now in its 68th year, the rodeo will be held Aug. 11-12, at the Bob Arring...
Lampkins honored for service
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Lampkins honored for service
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
July 7, 2023
Retired treasurer ready for family time June 30 marked the end of service for longtime Okmulgee County Treasurer Vonna Lampkins. She was honored with a reception last week, and on Monday, officially h...
The Varied Faces Behind the News
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The Varied Faces Behind the News
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
July 7, 2023
Part 3 of 4 The Okmulgee Times recently had the honor of being nominated as one of Okmulgee County’s Unsung Heroes. To be honest, everyone was pleasantly surprised as well as being humbly pleased with...
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OJFA to hold three camps in July
By LARRY OWEN SPORTS EDITOR 
July 5, 2023
The Okmulgee Junior Football Association will hold three different camps during the month of July. Each camp will be free to kids, grades 3rd-6th, and will take place at historic Harmon Field in Okmul...
Preston releases fastpitch schedule
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Preston releases fastpitch schedule
By LARRY OWEN SPORTS EDITOR 
July 5, 2023
Lady Pirates open 2023 campaign Aug. 8 at Wilburton In a little over one month, the Preston Lady Pirate fastpitch softball team will begin their 2023 season on the road. In 2023, the Lady Pirates will...
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OSL cancels annual Easter Egg Hunt
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OSL cancels annual Easter Egg Hunt
April 3, 2026
Okmulgee Service League has announced the cancellation of its annual Easter Egg Hunt, which was scheduled to take place this Saturday, April 4. The Service League released a statement: “We regret to i...
MPS honors Allred for service
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MPS honors Allred for service
April 3, 2026
Morris Public Schools is recognizing a legacy of leadership, service and commitment as longtime School Board member James Allred concludes 15 years of dedicated service to the district. School officia...
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Operation Sooner Shield nets arrests statewide
By Patrick Ford Editor 
April 3, 2026
A sweeping statewide crackdown on Medicaid fraud and abuse has led to arrests, criminal filings and significant restitution efforts, with one of the cases unfolding in Okmulgee County. Attorney Genera...
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Keep Okmulgee Beautiful Week approaches
April 3, 2026
Residents and businesses across the city are encouraged to roll up their sleeves and take part in Keep Okmulgee Beautiful Week, April 12-18. The annual initiative is more than just a spring cleanup - ...
A Slice of History Returns
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A Slice of History Returns
April 3, 2026
For generations of students at Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology, it wasn’t just a meal - it was a tradition, a memory, and for many, a weekly ritual that brought people together. Now,...
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