Ardmore resident sentenced to 12 years on drug charges

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March 29, 2024

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma announced that Justin Earl Wilson, age 38, of Ardmore, was sentenced to 151 months in prison for five counts of distributing methamphetamine. The sentences are set to be served concurrently.

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In a show of commitment to local education and youth

November 13, 2024

In a show of commitment to local education and youth, Windy Chevrolet of Okmulgee has made a significant donation to Okmulgee Public Schools.Recently during halftime of a Bulldogs home game, Eric Prin...

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Courtroom overages approved

November 13, 2024

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners held their regular meeting on Tuesday following Monday’s Veterans Day recognition and celebration. The meeting opened with a prayer, the pledge and approval ...

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I-40 collision claims life

November 13, 2024

A tragic vehicle collision on Nov. 8 led to the death of a 37-year-old Edmond woman on Interstate 40, approximately two miles east of Henryetta. The accident occurred around 4:45 p.m. amid rainy weath...

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Glenpool resident sentenced in child exploitation case

November 13, 2024

Vince Harjo, 36, of Glenpool, was sentenced last week to 48 months in prison followed by a lifetime of supervised release for possession of child sexual exploitation material. The sentence was handed ...

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County Schools and Organizations Celebrate Veterans

November 13, 2024

Schools, businesses and organizations across the area gathered to honor our nation’s veterans through a series of heartfelt celebrations and programs. Students got to hear from local veterans and comm...

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Rotary thanks community for support

November 13, 2024

The Okmulgee Rotary Club extends a heartfelt thank you to the community for the overwhelming support shown at its inaugural 80’s Decade Bingo Night held on Sept. 23. With the enthusiastic turnout, alo...

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Jobless rates trend downward

November 13, 2024

Most counties in Oklahoma saw a decrease in jobless rates during September, according to the latest statistics from the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission.Okmulgee County’s rate decreased slightl...

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Christmas Bazaar & Craft Show Is Saturday

November 13, 2024

Valerie Naumann has been busy sewing for the upcoming Prairie Bell OHCE Morris Christmas Bazaar & Craft Show. She will be selling beautiful baby blankets, cloth baby books, quilts and many other handm...

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OCHS to hold fundraiser

November 13, 2024

In partnership with the American Legion, the Okmulgee County Homeless Shelter (OCHS) is hosting a fundraiser to help prevent the closure of the shelter and continue providing essential services to tho...

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

November 13, 2024

November 14 Cornerstone Movie Night | Cornerstone Foursquare will hold a movie night Thursday, Nov. 14, at 6 p.m. featuring The Sounds of Hope. The public is invited to the free screening, and light r...

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Why did God make us?

November 13, 2024

“God made us because he was tired of seeing dinosaurs on the world,” says Austin, age 7. “He didn’t like the dinosaurs,” adds Colton, 6. Are you guys saying we’re God’s Plan B? Think again.“I think Go...