Talk Local, presented by Green Country Technology Center’s Small Business Services, meets Wednesday mornings at 7:30 a.m. at GCTC, located at 1614 E. 9th Street in Okmulgee. At 8 a.m., attendees get the opportunity to hear from businesses and individuals in the Okmulgee area. During the session, drawings are held for gifts or prizes. One of those winners was Sam Richardson (left), who is pictured with Talk Local moderator Margaret Hess. Above, he is shown redeeming his gift card with Aaron Simons, owner of Raven Rock Pizza. Talk Local is open to anyone to attend.