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Keep Okmulgee Beautiful Week set April 12-18

March 13, 2026

Residents encouraged to clean up properties, apply for free burn permits and take advantage of community cleanup opportunities. The City of Okmulgee is inviting residents and businesses to help spruce...

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Bridging the Gap

By DAWN CARTER REPORTER

March 13, 2026

Part 1 of 2 - In many rural communities across Oklahoma, finding a job is not always about whether work exists. Sometimes the challenge lies in something less visible, the gap between what employers s...

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Morris City Council hears report on storm siren installation

By KAY RABBITT-BROWER SPECIAL TO THE TIMES

March 13, 2026

According to Okmulgee County Emergency Management Director Jeffrey Moore, severe weather sirens should be installed in Morris by April 30. Moore updated the Morris City Council on the sirens during th...

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American Legion celebrates 107th birthday

March 13, 2026

As The American Legion celebrates its 107th birthday, observed March 15-17, Legionnaires across the nation are reflecting on more than a century of service rooted in a guiding principle that has never...

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Faith, Fellowship and a Message of Hope

March 13, 2026

More than a hundred young people from across Okmulgee gathered recently for a powerful afternoon of faith, fun and encouragement during the Okmulgee Youth Rally hosted by Restore Church at Dunbar Middle School. The special event brought together students in grades 6 through 12 for an energetic time designed to give young people a place to connect, have fun and hear a message of hope. Organizers sa...

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EF-3 tornado leaves heartbreak in Beggs

By Patrick Ford Editor

March 11, 2026

In a matter of minutes on the evening of March 6, a powerful tornado tore through the heart of Okmulgee County, leaving behind devastation, heartbreak and loss. Yet in the midst of tragedy, the commun...

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Major safety upgrade coming to US-75, Preston Road intersection

By Patrick Ford Editor

March 6, 2026

Drivers traveling along US-75 near Preston in Okmulgee County will soon see major changes as a long-anticipated highway improvement project begins taking shape. The Oklahoma Department of Transportati...

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Community Garden to hold workday

March 13, 2026

The Okmulgee County Community Garden has planned a workday this Saturday, March 14, for members and friends, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch will be provided. According to Executive Director Bob Seebeck, ...

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Beaver to speak at Democrats meeting

March 13, 2026

Community members will have the opportunity to hear directly from one of the Muscogee Nation’s top leaders later this month as Muscogee Nation Second Chief Del Beaver is scheduled to serve as the feat...

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Legislators provide update at Chamber forum

By DAWN CARTER REPORTER

March 13, 2026

Property taxes, teacher retirement and Oklahoma’s growing budget challenges were among the topics discussed Friday when state lawmakers met with Okmulgee residents during a legislative forum hosted by...

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Free day camp for Beggs youth impacted by tornado

March 13, 2026

In the aftermath of the recent tornado that caused significant damage across the Beggs community and forced school closures, a national nonprofit organization is stepping in to provide support and a s...

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WorkReady Oklahoma Remote-Work Job Fair

March 13, 2026

Wednesday, March 18, 12-1 p.m. WorkReady Okmulgee, 100 W. 7th Street The job fair will provide exclusive access to credible remote employers and information about opportunities available to Oklahoma j...

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County sales tax income increases

March 13, 2026

The Oklahoma Tax Commission recently released city sales tax collection figures that primarily represents local tax receipts from February business. The monies they reported this period represent sale...

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Tornado damage leaves Beggs Athletics facing unexpected challenges

By TIFFANY BELL SPECIAL TO THE TIMES

March 11, 2026

A powerful storm that tore through the community recently has left a difficult challenge for the athletic programs at Beggs Public Schools, after a tornado caused significant damage to the school and ...

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Middle school powerlifters deliver at Regionals

March 6, 2026

Several county middle school powerlifting teams competed at Regionals, bringing home a variety of medals to Henryetta, Morris and Dewar. --- HMS powerlifters make statement Coach Adler and the Henryet...

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Tackling the Challenge

By Patrick Ford Editor

March 6, 2026

A former Okmulgee County student has earned one of the state’s top football honors after a standout senior season on the gridiron. Hunter Smith, a member of the Sallisaw Black Diamonds football team a...

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Beggs JH dominates Lady Bulldogs in season opener

By TIFFANY BELL SPECIAL TO THE TIMES

March 6, 2026

The Beggs JH Lady Demons made an emphatic statement in their season opener on Tuesday, overpowering the Okmulgee JH Lady Bulldogs 25-6 at home. From the first pitch, Beggs showcased an offensive firep...

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JH Demons open season with losses

By TIFFANY BELL SPECIAL TO THE TIMES

March 6, 2026

The Beggs JH Demons opened their season Monday afternoon on the road, falling 11-1 to the Checotah Wildcats in a four-inning contest. Checotah struck first with a run in the bottom of the first inning...

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Dewar seeks photos of All-State athletes for new trophy case

March 6, 2026

Dewar Public Schools is embarking on a project to honor its athletic history by collecting photos of all All-State players from all sports. The collected photos will be displayed in new trophy cases i...

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Beggs City Council reviews finances, infrastructure projects

By KAY RABBITT-BROWER SPECIAL TO THE TIMES

March 13, 2026

Financial oversight, infrastructure improvements and administrative matters dominated discussion during the Beggs City Council meeting held Monday evening, March 9, at Beggs City Hall. Council members...

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Joann Patrick celebrates 100th birthday

March 6, 2026

Highland Park Manor in Okmulgee was filled with celebration as Mrs. Joann Patrick marked her 100th birthday, joining the ranks of Oklahoma’s honored centenarians. Mrs. Patrick, born in 1926 in Arkansa...

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TAOO families participate in culinary workshop

February 27, 2026

Families from The Academy of Okmulgee (TAOO) gathered Tuesday, Feb. 24, at Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology (OSUIT) for an engaging and interactive Parent Workshop led by Chef Aaron W...

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Community support helps library book sale exceed expectations

February 25, 2026

The power of community generosity was on full display during the most recent library book sale, as supporters from across the Okmulgee area helped raise more than $2,000 to benefit local library progr...

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It’s time to Soil Test!

By EMILY EFIRD OSU EXTENSION

February 13, 2026

Soil testing should be an important part of your management strategy, as it provides valuable information that can help you ensure that your soil and plants remain productive. February is a great time...

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Democrats host U.S. Senate candidate

By DAWN CARTER REPORTER

January 23, 2026

The Okmulgee County Democratic Party held its first monthly meeting of the year last Thursday, welcoming members and community guests and hosting U.S. Senate candidate Troy Green as the evening’s feat...

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March 13 KOC Fish Fry |

March 13, 2026

The Knights of Columbus are hosting a Fish Fry fundraiser each Friday through March 27 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church, 1004 W. Gentry in Henryetta.

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Gabby Clark’s life of service speaks for itself

March 13, 2026

At first, it is easy to notice the warmth in Gabrielle “Gabby” Clark’s apartment at Baptist Village in Okmulgee. There is the easy conversation. The laughter. The stories that wander from summer camps...

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HOROSCOPES

March 13, 2026

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Sometime this week you may discover a hidden talent you didn’t know you have, Aries. Embrace this new aspect of your identity and put it to good use. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 This ...

Columns & Opinion

Loose lips sink longtime friendship

March 13, 2026

DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend, “Wade,” and I were expecting our first child and couldn’t wait to tell the news to our family and friends. But my boyfriend can’t keep a secret, and before we told our parents...

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Laugh, My Friends

March 13, 2026

We were in Colorado. We were raising funds so we could go to Brazil as missionaries. The home office of the Missionary Board said we couldn’t go until we had raised support for our first four years th...