Partner’s affair sparked by perceived lack of affection

Commentary

January 25, 2023

By News Staff

DEAR ABBY: Iâm in a three-year relationship, but my significant other, âRon,â is extremely cautious about emotional attachment. It took him two years to tell me he loves me or even to express any form of serious affection. In addition, heâs consumed by his job and worries about how his co-workers perceive him. He seems to prioritize work relationships over our relationship.

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Candidate filing for Board of Education begins Dec. 2

November 22, 2024

Candidate filing for the Board of Education begins Monday, Dec. 2, for ten Okmulgee County school districts.Those who wish to file for a Board of Education office must submit a Declaration of Candidac...

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City Council approves purchase of OFD equipment

November 22, 2024

The Okmulgee City Council convened on Tuesday, for its regular session at City Hall, opening with an invocation delivered by Rev. McKinley Rice of St. Matthews Baptist Church. The meeting blended comm...

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Elder Bros Distillery to open Okmulgee facility

November 22, 2024

A Canadian-based liqueur company has announced its first United States facility opening in Okmulgee.Elder Bros Distillery will blend its elderflower and apple strudel liqueurs, as well as its authenti...

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Dudes Endeavor

November 22, 2024

A remarkable partnership is crafting not just beautiful wooden creations but also a story of faith and friendship. Bryan and Tom, the duo behind Dudes Endeavor, have turned personal challenges into op...

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Meet Your Officers

November 22, 2024

DAWN CARTERREPORTERFor this installment of Meet the Officers, I visited the Okmulgee Central Fire Station to sit down with Firefighter Matt Hackler. Our conversation spanned his journey into public se...

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Commissioners pave way for more courthouse improvements

November 20, 2024

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners approved several items Monday to advance courthouse improvements. This included two payments to Mastercraft Marble and Granite for the courtroom project bala...

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County 4-H celebrates achievements at banquet

November 20, 2024

On Thursday, Nov. 7, Okmulgee County 4-H held its annual banquet at the Okmulgee County Fairgrounds, celebrating a year of accomplishments, leadership and community impact. Sponsored by Okmulgee Farm ...

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Salvation Army Prepares for Angel Tree Event

November 20, 2024

The Okmulgee County Salvation Army is preparing for its annual Angel Tree event. The Christmas tree, adorned with angel requests for the needy, is located at the north entrance of the Okmulgee Walmart...

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Beggs water analysis reveals financial challenges

November 20, 2024

The Beggs City Council has released details from a third-party water rate analysis conducted by the Oklahoma Rural Water Association. The study highlights the financial challenges facing the city’s wa...

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Pastor Bryan Logan announces candidacy for State Senate

November 20, 2024

Bryan Logan, a Republican from Paden, has announced his candidacy for state Senate. The Special Primary Election to fill the seat of outgoing state Senator Roger Thompson will be held on March 4, 2025...

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Dollar General open in Beggs

November 20, 2024

Dollar General is excited to announce its store at 2515 Hwy 75 in Beggs is now open to provide the community with convenient and affordable access to household essentials. To celebrate, the company pl...