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Municipal, bond issues on ballot Tuesday
February 6, 2026
Early voting for Okmulgee County residents wishing to cast ballots in the Feb. 10 Election continues through 6 p.m. at the Okmulgee County Courthouse. On Election Day, which is next Tuesday, Feb. 10, ...
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OOCYS records review raises questions
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
February 6, 2026
In November 2025, The Okmulgee Times first reported on governance concerns surrounding the Okmulgee- Okfuskee County Youth Services (OOCYS) Board following the termination of Executive Director Dr. Sh...
Why Okmulgee County Must Prioritize Emergency Services
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Why Okmulgee County Must Prioritize Emergency Services
By ROSIE LYNCH COMMUNITY ADVOCATE 
February 6, 2026
Okmulgee County is no stranger to extremes. In the winter, Arctic cold snaps push temperatures well below safe levels. In the summer, relentless heat waves turn homes into ovens. These are not rare or...
History keeps repeating itself in Morris – and that’s a very good thing
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History keeps repeating itself in Morris – and that’s a very good thing
By Patrick Ford Editor 
February 4, 2026
History keeps repeating itself in Morris - and that’s a very good thing. The Morris High School Academic Team has once again proven it belongs at the very top of Oklahoma’s academic elite, capturing the 2025-26 OSSAA State Academic Bowl Championship last Saturday and securing an incredible fourth consecutive state title. Morris Public Schools proudly congratulated the team on its latest championsh...
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Thaw begins after historic winter storm
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Thaw begins after historic winter storm
By Patrick Ford Editor 
January 29, 2026
After days of relentless winter weather that blanketed Okmulgee County in snow, sleet, and dangerous cold, a gradual thaw is finally underway. Still, officials caution that winter is far from finished...
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OBITUARIES
February 6, 2026
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Lions host OFD, Students of the Month
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Lions host OFD, Students of the Month
February 6, 2026
The Okmulgee Lions Club packed a lot into this week’s meeting, spending the day focused on service, recognition and a little fun along the way. Lions members began by providing a meal and hosting a sp...
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Henryettan pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter
February 6, 2026
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma announced that Daeshaun Jared Ickle Cobretti Small, age 22, of Henryetta, entered a guilty plea to one count of a Superseding I...
February 6 Legislative Forum |
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February 6 Legislative Forum |
February 6, 2026
The Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce will host a Legislative Forum Friday, Feb. 6, at 8 a.m. in the Mabrey Bank Meeting Room, 111 E. 6th Street in downtown Okmulgee.
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February 6, 2026
--- City of Okmulgee Councilmember, Ward 2 • Steve Baldridge (Incumbent) • Eddie Nelson Jr. Citizens are reminded that any registered voter in the City of Okmulgee can vote in this election. --- Henry...
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Princess Moments Await
By Patrick Ford Editor 
February 6, 2026
On a night filled with twirling dresses, polished shoes and proud smiles, fathers across Okmulgee will soon take to the dance floor with some very special partners - their daughters. For many families...

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Road to Gold
February 6, 2026
Oklahoma’s top high school wrestling teams will converge for one of the sport’s most intense and team-driven championship events when the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (OSSAA) hosts...
Dewar Running Back Commits to McPherson
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Dewar Running Back Commits to McPherson
February 6, 2026
Congratulations to Dewar senior Braelin Lewis, who officially signed to play football at McPherson College, continuing his standout career. As a two-time state championship game MVP and a dominant run...
Beggs Seniors Sign Letters of Intent
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Beggs Seniors Sign Letters of Intent
February 6, 2026
Beggs High School seniors Jordan Wesley and Aiden Taylor signed letters of intent Wednesday at Beggs High School, celebrating their opportunities to continue their football careers at the collegiate l...
Lady Demons drop recent home games
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Lady Demons drop recent home games
By TIFFANY BELL SPECIAL TO THE TIMES 
February 4, 2026
Quinton pulls away, tops Beggs in 59-35 loss The Beggs Demon Dome was the setting for a varsity girls regular season contest in which the Beggs Demons delivered a strong opening effort before Quinton ...
Preston Hosts Patrons Bank Invitational
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Preston Hosts Patrons Bank Invitational
January 30, 2026
Preston High School hosted the Patrons Bank Invitational ahead of the winter storm last week, drawing competition from across the county and state. Pictured is some of the action from the successful e...
Henryetta Battles at Checotah Tournament
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Henryetta Battles at Checotah Tournament
January 30, 2026
The Henryetta Knights and Lady Knights competed at the Checotah Tournament last week. While the boys dropped their matches against Keys (59-26) and Eufaula (62-35), the Lady Knights fell to Hilldale i...
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Democrats host U.S. Senate candidate
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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...
Muscogee Nation opens Lake Eufaula Casino Hotel
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Muscogee Nation opens Lake Eufaula Casino Hotel
December 24, 2025
Leaders from the Muscogee Nation and the Muscogee Nation Gaming Enterprises (MNGE) held a ceremonial ribbon-cutting on Monday, Dec. 15, to open the doors on a $69.8 million capital investment, the new...
Okmulgee Chamber Holds Ribbon Cutting for Postal and Print
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Okmulgee Chamber Holds Ribbon Cutting for Postal and Print
December 19, 2025
Postal and Print, a locally owned postal and print service, marked its opening with a ribbon cutting hosted by the Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce on Friday, Dec. 12. Located at 200 E. 6th Street in Okmu...
NHS Members Distribute Holiday Food
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NHS Members Distribute Holiday Food
December 17, 2025
Alynn LeBlanc, a National Honor Society member, and her father Kenneth gather donated food items to be distributed to local families for the holidays. As part of her community project, Alynn invited 1...
Salvation Army Bell Ringers Sought
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Salvation Army Bell Ringers Sought
December 5, 2025
Several residents took time out of their busy schedule last week to assist in ringing the bell for the Salvation Army Angel Tree. Pictured are Rev. Marcus Jeffery and Mark McGriff; Ken Ratcliff; and a...
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OCCJA Director responds during severe winter storm
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OCCJA Director responds during severe winter storm
February 6, 2026
During a recent winter storm impacting Okmulgee County, county officials and other volunteers were briefed by Okmulgee County Emergency Management as preparations were made to address hazardous condit...
Cub Scout Pack 102 kicks off food drive
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Cub Scout Pack 102 kicks off food drive
February 6, 2026
Cub Scout Pack 102 is participating in the Scouting for Food Neighborhood Food Drive. The Scouts are collecting donations of non-perishable food items like rice, peanut butter, canned tuna, canned fru...
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preparation
February 6, 2026
preparation. This must change. Extreme cold and extreme heat are not just uncomfortable; they are life-threatening, especially for elderly residents and those living in low-income housing. Much of Okm...
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How We Ought to Walk
February 6, 2026
The Apostle Paul in his first letter to the church at Thessalonica wrote this admonition in Ch. 4, Verse 1, “Furthermore then we beseech (implore) you, brethren, and exhort you by the Lord Jesus that ...
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remembrance for those who served in the armed forces
February 6, 2026
remembrance for those who served in the armed forces. To help carry out that tradition, Post 10 has maintained a detailed Master List of veterans buried at Okmulgee Cemetery. The list, which has been ...
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