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EODD rep addresses Beggs water issues
By Patrick Ford 
November 23, 2022
Ernie Moore, executive director of the Eastern Oklahoma Development District (EODD), spoke during Monday’s county commissioner meeting to address matters related to the City of Beggs water issue. “It’...
OFD Battles House Fire
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OFD Battles House Fire
By News Staff 
November 23, 2022
The Okmulgee Fire Department responded to a structure fire Tuesday morning in the 600 block of North Taft. The home, which was unoccupied and partially caught fire around 10:30 a.m. and the OFD respon...
Thanksgiving Dinners planned
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Thanksgiving Dinners planned
By News Staff 
November 23, 2022
First United Methodist Church, Sister Love Community Outreach and Men and Women of Okmulgee have joined efforts this year to host the Okmulgee County Thanksgiving Dinner tomorrow. The event will be he...
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Wilson opens cage season with sweep
By Larry Owen 
November 23, 2022
The Wilson varsity basketball program began its 2022-2023 season this past Friday at Mason High School. The season opener kicked off with the visiting Wilson Tigers holding off a fourth-quarter rally ...
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Missed Opportunity
By Larry Owen 
November 23, 2022
For the first time since 2016, the Beggs Golden Demon varsity footbal team has failed to reach - at least - the quarterfinal round of the state football playoffs. The Demons’ bid for ending their stat...
OJFA holds annual banquet
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OJFA holds annual banquet
By News Staff 
November 23, 2022
Players, coaches, parents and volunteers were honored Saturday night at the annual Okmulgee Junior Football Association Banquet held at Okmulgee Dunbar cafeteria. Special awards were given to the dire...
Another One Bites the Dust
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Another One Bites the Dust
By Larry Owen 
November 23, 2022
The Dewar Dragon varsity football team needed every second last Friday to punch their ticket to the quarterfinal round of the Class B state playoffs. The Dragons earned their sixth-straight quarterfin...
State Championship Sign Unveiled
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State Championship Sign Unveiled
By News Staff 
November 23, 2022
Prior to last Friday’s second-round meeting with Pioneer-Pleasant Vale, the 2020 state champion Dewar Dragon football team was recognized with the unveiling of a road sign that will welcome travelers ...
Hollemans celebrate 53rd anniversary Nov. 22
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Hollemans celebrate 53rd anniversary Nov. 22
By News Staff 
November 23, 2022
Ott and Jill Holleman celebrated 53 years of marriage on Nov. 22. Ott and Jill were married at Fort Bliss Army Base in El, Paso, Texas. Best man and brother Randy Holleman and sister Carrie Holleman M...
Drug Court thanks local charity foundation
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Drug Court thanks local charity foundation
By News Staff 
November 23, 2022
Dear Editor, The Okmulgee County Drug Court would like to extend gratitude and appreciation to a local charitable foundation for believing in the program enough to help sustain it. Our office is truly...
Thankful for a Way Out of Underemployment
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Thankful for a Way Out of Underemployment
By News Staff 
November 23, 2022
Many young people are struggling to find a meaningful career as they enter the workforce. Oklahoma has long been a state which has low unemployment rates, but when delving deeper, one will see that un...
Wife overhears husband make demeaning comments
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Wife overhears husband make demeaning comments
By News Staff 
November 23, 2022
DEAR ABBY: I am a wife and mother in my late 30s. I’m also a registered nurse, beginning a master’s degree program to advance my career. I consider myself to be an intelligent person, and I did well i...
Julie’s School of Dance to move to new location
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Julie’s School of Dance to move to new location
By News Staff 
November 18, 2022
Julie’s School of Dance is moving to a new home Dec. 1. They will be relocated to 108 S. Morton and will share a building with Lumberjack Attack, located across the street west of the Council House. C...
Ready for the Show
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Ready for the Show
By News Staff 
November 18, 2022
A Christmas Bazaar and Craft Show sponsored by Prairie Bell OHCE will be held Saturday, Nov. 19, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Morris High School Gym. Vendor Hazel Rissler will sell handmade Christmas ...
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CMN offers activities for Native American Heritage Month
By News Staff 
November 18, 2022
November is Native American Heritage Month, and the College of Muscogee Nation (CMN), a tribal college located in Okmulgee, is giving its students, faculty, staff, and the greater community an opportu...
County jobless rates holds at 4.6%
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County jobless rates holds at 4.6%
By News Staff 
November 18, 2022
Okmulgee County’s jobless rate remained steady in September according to the recent figures from the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission. During the month, Okmulgee County once again reported a 4....
Health Dept. celebrates local leaders at summit
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Health Dept. celebrates local leaders at summit
By News Staff 
November 18, 2022
The District 7 County Health Departments celebrated local leaders at the conclusion of the Health Equity and Leadership Summit on Oct. 28. Leaders were nominated by their peers and awarded for advanci...
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City approves ordinances in monthly session
By Patrick Ford 
November 18, 2022
Okmulgee City Council approved several ordinances during their regular session Tuesday at City Hall. Not in attendance at the session were members Dawn Carter and Everett Horn. Agenda items approved w...
‘Tis the Season
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‘Tis the Season
By Patrick Ford 
November 18, 2022
Small Business Saturday The holiday season is upon us, and with that, there are lots of opportunities to help local, small businesses to continue to thrive. Okmulgee Main Street is once again encourag...
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‘Tis the Season
By Patrick Ford 
November 18, 2022
The Okmulgee Times is excited to announce the return of the Cookie Crawl, in conjunction with Okmulgee Main Street and Small Business Saturday, Nov. 26. “Last year, the event was a great success with ...
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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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