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GCTC launches Electrical Trades program
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GCTC launches Electrical Trades program
March 27, 2026
Green Country Technology Center (GCTC) is proud to announce the launch of its Electrical Trades program, a new full-time career pathway set to serve both high school students and adult learners beginn...
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Deadline nears for party affiliation changes
By Patrick Ford Editor 
March 27, 2026
With Oklahoma’s 2026 election cycle approaching, voters and potential candidates are being reminded of critical deadlines that will shape participation in the upcoming primary and general elections. A...
Stay Weather Aware
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Stay Weather Aware
March 27, 2026
With the changing weather conditions in Oklahoma, Okmulgee County Emergency Management Director Moore urges everyone in Okmulgee County to download the Genasys Protect App, available in the Google Pla...
SME Rental brings big equipment solutions close to home
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SME Rental brings big equipment solutions close to home
By Patrick Ford Editor 
March 27, 2026
What once required a long drive to Tulsa, Oklahoma City or even across state lines can now be handled right here at home, thanks to the growing presence of SME Rental, part of the Stewart Martin Kubot...
Pastor arrested in child abuse investigation
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Pastor arrested in child abuse investigation
By Patrick Ford Editor 
March 27, 2026
An Okmulgee pastor, who also serves on the Okmulgee City Council, was arrested on a felony warrant stemming from a child abuse investigation involving an incident at a local church, according to court documents. Marcus Davy Jeffrey, 63, is charged in Okmulgee County District Court with one count of child abuse, a Class A3 felony. The charge relates to an alleged incident on Nov. 12, 2025, during a...
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Communities unite in rodeo fundraiser
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Communities unite in rodeo fundraiser
By TIFFANY BELL SPECIAL TO THE TIMES 
March 25, 2026
In the aftermath of a deadly EF3 tornado that tore through Beggs, neighboring communities are stepping up to help those affected, proving the strength and unity of small-town Oklahoma. The storm cause...
A Lucky Day for Okmulgee Cemetery
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A Lucky Day for Okmulgee Cemetery
March 20, 2026
It was the Okmulgee Cemetery’s lucky day Tuesday, as donations were received from two businesses that provided much-needed assistance. Stewart Martin Kubota donated a Kubota zero-turn mower along with...
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From Ice to Okmulgee
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From Ice to Okmulgee
By Patrick Ford Editor 
March 27, 2026
For a few hours inside the Donut Top, the sounds of small-town conversation blended with stories from far beyond Okmulgee County - tales of ice rinks, hard hits, missed opportunities and lifelong pers...
Okmulgee Schools
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Okmulgee Schools
March 27, 2026
Monday: Breakfast: Biscuit w/Sausage Gravy, Cherry Craisins Lunch: Chicken Fajita, Spanish Rice, Salsa, Lettuce & Tomato, Mixed Fruit Tuesday: Breakfast: Blueberry Parfait, Bacon Lunch: Pepperoni Pizz...
March 27 KOC Lenten Fish Fry |
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March 27 KOC Lenten Fish Fry |
March 27, 2026
The Knights of Columbus Council 2494 will hold their final Lenten Fish Fry fundraiser Friday, March 27, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. at St. Michael Church, located at 1004 W. Gentry in Henryett...
Meet Mrs. Thelma Louise Kimbley
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Meet Mrs. Thelma Louise Kimbley
March 27, 2026
At 92 years old, Mrs. Thelma Louise Kimbley shows that creativity does not fade with time. Step inside her home at Baptist Village and you quickly see that her life has been shaped by curiosity, skill...

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Lady Knights fall to Haskell
By Patrick Ford Editor 
March 27, 2026
Despite flashes of offensive production, the Henryetta Lady Knights were unable to keep pace with a high-powered Haskell lineup, falling 19-4 on Tuesday. Haskell set the tone early, scoring in the fir...
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Eagles fall to Sperry despite early effort
By Patrick Ford Editor 
March 27, 2026
The Morris Eagles showed flashes of offensive production Tuesday, but a combination of timely hitting and disciplined plate appearances by the Sperry Pirates proved too much to overcome in an 18-2 los...
Beggs Demons drop pair of games at Gulf Coast Classic
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Beggs Demons drop pair of games at Gulf Coast Classic
By TIFFANY BELL SPECIAL TO THE TIMES 
March 25, 2026
The Beggs Golden Demons travelled to Gulf Shores Ala. last week to participate in the Gulf Coast Classic. The team faced challenging opponents in the baseball tournament, falling to Charles Henderson ...
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JH powerlifters shine at State
By TIFFANY BELL SPECIAL TO THE TIMES 
March 20, 2026
A deep and competitive group of Okmulgee County seventh and eighth grade powerlifters took the platform at the state meet in El Reno, turning in solid performances across multiple weight classes and c...
Morris Athletes Sign College Letters
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Morris Athletes Sign College Letters
March 20, 2026
Congratulations to Morris High School’s Jaret West and Isaiah Taylor, who each signed to continue their football careers on scholarship. Jaret signed with McPherson College and Isaiah signed with Nort...
Lifestyle
Healthy Living, Stronger Bodies
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Healthy Living, Stronger Bodies
By Patrick Ford Editor 
March 18, 2026
Seniors in the Okmulgee area are discovering that staying active and eating well can also be fun, thanks to two engaging programs offered through OSU Extension and led locally by Extension Educator Ji...
American Legion celebrates 107th birthday
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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...
Beggs City Council reviews finances, infrastructure projects
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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...
Joann Patrick celebrates 100th birthday
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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...
TAOO families participate in culinary workshop
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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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HOROSCOPES
March 27, 2026
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 A project you have been working on some time finally reaches a successful conclusion, Aries. Enjoy the benefits that comes from it and take a well-earned bow. TAURUS – Apr 21/May...
Habit Forming
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Habit Forming
March 27, 2026
My chem-engineer friend Chuck faced seasons of unemployment in his career along the way. Chuck and his wife were raising a family. The car needed gas. The fridge needed food. The utilities needed paid...
Columns & Opinion
Words Have Meaning
By JILL GIBBONS OSU EXTENSION 
March 27, 2026
Words are everywhere we live - not just in books and worksheets. Children see words on street and building signs, food, clothing, toy labels and television. But learning to read words does not define ...
Mother wants nothing to do with son’s new flame
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Mother wants nothing to do with son’s new flame
March 27, 2026
DEAR ABBY: Seven months ago, my son filed for divorce from his wife of 22 years. Three months ago, he introduced us to “Carlene.” Abby, the woman has five children with three different men and is curr...
Religion
They Caught the Fever
March 27, 2026
In a previous column, our reference Scripture was from the Apostle Paul’s writing in Romans 12:11 where he implores us to be “Fervent in spirit, serving the Lord.” We observed that the Greek word for ...
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