August 2 Archives - Okmulgee Times

The Academy of Okmulgee Expands Educational Opportunities

By Patrick Ford

August 2, 2024

“We’re thrilled to announce the launch of The Academy of Okmulgee (TAOO), a brand-new school designed to meet the needs of families in our community,” Superintendent Wren Hawthorne announced this week...

Starbucks Collecting Hygiene Products for OCHS

By Patrick Ford

August 2, 2024

Rose Lynch, Director of the Okmulgee County Homeless Shelter (OCHS), is pictured with the new Starbucks Manager Ryan recently as he donated hygiene supplies in the drive the new store is involved. The...

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The Academy of Okmulgee Expands Educational Opportunities

August 1, 2024

Starbucks Collecting Hygiene Products for OCHS

August 1, 2024

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Harlan Ford Toy Drive continues

December 12, 2025

The 10th annual Harlan Ford Toy Drive continues through Dec. 20. Organized with the support of the Okmulgee County Department of Human Services and the Okmulgee Police Department, this year’s toy driv...

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‘Care Cart’

By DAWN CARTER REPORTER

December 12, 2025

Sometimes leadership doesn’t start with a title, a committee or a grant. Sometimes it starts with an 11-year-old girl who simply notices people around her - and chooses to care. That’s exactly what Mo...

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Beggs City Council hires new municipal judge

By KAY RABBITT-BROWER SPECIAL TO THE TIMES

December 12, 2025

During its final meeting of the year, Beggs City Council accepted the resignation of the municipal court judge, hired a new municipal judge, approved an internet service contract, took action on a DEQ...

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OPS board handles staffing at December meeting

By DAWN CARTER REPORTER

December 12, 2025

The Okmulgee Board of Education met for its regular meeting on Tuesday, with all members present. Board members approved the Nov. 11 meeting minutes, monthly encumbrances across district funds and one...

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Downtown Okmulgee Is Merry & Bright

December 12, 2025

Holiday spirits are high in downtown Okmulgee. Be sure to take a drive down Okmulgee’s 6th Street to see all the lights, including the decorated Council House Square, as the holiday season continues, ...