On Orwell’s “1984” and the banning of books

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August 4, 2023

By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER

“There was truth and there was untruth, and if you clung to the truth even against the whole world, you were not mad.” - George Orwell, 1984 In 2021, the American Library Association recorded over 1,500 book challenges or removals.

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Legislative Forums planned Friday

January 1, 2025

To kick off the new year, legislative briefings from Oklahoma State Representatives will resume Friday, Jan. 3.The Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce will hold their Legislative Forum at 8:30 a.m. at the Ma...

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2024: The Year in Review

January 1, 2025

This year brought a blend of milestones, challenges and celebrations to Okmulgee County, reflecting the resilience and unity of our community. From championship victories and historic recognitions to ...

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First-half of property tax due

January 1, 2025

The Okmulgee County Treasurer’s Office has extended the deadline for first-half 2024 property tax payments to Jan. 10, 2025. Second-half payments remain due by March 31, 2025.Property tax statements a...

Obituaries

Paul Harjo

January 1, 2025

March 14, 1969 - December 26, 2024Pahos Paul B Harjo, a resident of Tulsa County, died December 26, 2024, at the age of 55. Paul was born to Sam, Sr. and Geneva Sue B Harjo on March 14, 1969. Funeral ...

Obituaries

Cheryl Joyce McDonald

January 1, 2025

Cheryl Joyce McDonald, 66, passed away peacefully in her home on Christmas Day. She was born December 13, 1958, to Clyde and Betty Hudson in Okmulgee. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents,...

Obituaries

Debra Kay Campney

January 1, 2025

November 29, 1964 - December 26, 2024Debra Kay Campney, 60, of Sapulpa, passed away Thursday, December 26, 2024, in Tulsa. She was born on November 29, 1964, in Sallisaw. Graveside services were held ...

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Looking Back at 2024

January 1, 2025

As the year comes to a close, it is fitting to reflect on what we were able to accomplish on behalf of our great state. From battling organized crime to standing against the Biden Administration’s fed...

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Okmulgee FFA delivers treats to OHS faculty

January 1, 2025

Okmulgee FFA members delivered baked treats made in Ms. Stewart’s Food Science class Okmulgee High School faculty and staff the week before Christmas break. The Food Science class made Rice Kriispie t...

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As Oklahoma executions continue, new death sentences grow rare

January 1, 2025

Oklahoma’s death row is dwindling with each execution.No state court has imposed a death sentence since May 13, 2022, when a Tulsa County judge followed a jury’s recommendation and sentenced David War...

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HOROSCOPES

January 1, 2025

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You are likely to question information you receive this week, Aries. Investigate things further, but remain receptive to what others are saying.TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, it ...

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County students named to ECU

January 1, 2025

East Central University is recognizing students for their outstanding academic work during the Fall 2024 semester by naming them to the President’s and Dean’s Honor Rolls.McKenna Jones of Beggs was na...