County Declares April as Child Abuse Prevention Month

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April 12, 2024

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners declared April as Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month during their regular meeting Monday. The proclamation cited some 165 substantiated victims of child maltreatment in the county over the last year and called for increased participation from citizens, community agencies, and businesses in efforts to prevent child abuse. Joining the commissioners are various agencies involved in creating a safe haven for children. Pictured from left are Commissioner Erik Zoellner, Sheriff Eddy Rice, Commissioner Michael Wallace, County Clerk Tonya Day, Assistant D.A. Anne Darnell, Kaitlin Holman, and Kaitlin Holiman of Okmulgee-Okfuskee County Youth Services, Michelle Christy, DHS; Commissioner David Walker, Roxanna Bell, Safe Harbor; and Christa Johnson, CREOKS.

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Celebrate Shop Small Saturday

November 27, 2024

Embrace the holiday spirit and show your support for local businesses during Shop Small Saturday in Okmulgee. This nationwide event encourages communities to rally behind their small businesses and st...

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Getting the Real Picture

November 27, 2024

Three extraordinary students from Okmulgee High School (OHS) recently captivated the Okmulgee City Council during its Nov. 19 meeting, showcasing the vibrant spirit and opportunities at OHS. Invited b...

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OCCJA 911 holds meet and greet

November 27, 2024

The Okmulgee County Criminal Justice Authority (OCCJA) 911 Telecommunications Center held a meet and greet at the Okmulgee County Emergency Management building, fostering collaboration among local age...

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County hears request from Homeless Shelter Director

November 27, 2024

At their regular meeting on Monday, the Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners heard from Rose Lynch, Interim Director of the Okmulgee County Homeless Shelter, who provided an update on the shelter’s ...

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Okmulgee FFA recognized at 97th National FFA Convention

November 27, 2024

Okmulgee FFA had the opportunity to travel to Indianapolis for the National FFA Convention and Expo on Oct.22-25 Nine members traveled to be recognized on-stage at the convention as a National 3-Star ...

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MN Head Start visits Community Garden

November 27, 2024

Members of the Okmulgee County Community Garden Board of Directors were delighted to welcome Muscogee Nation Head Start students and teachers recently.More than 50 youngsters, visiting in three differ...

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Cookie Crawl this Saturday

November 27, 2024

The holiday season officially kicks off in just two days as many citizens will take advantage of Black Friday sales events to save money on gifts and other items. This weekend, there is an opportunity...

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City closings announced for Thanksgiving

November 27, 2024

The City of Okmulgee announced that all City Hall offices and Public Works operations will be closed Thursday, Nov. 28, and Friday, Nov. 29, in observance of Thanksgiving. Emergency service operations...

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County Road Closed for Culvert Replacement

November 27, 2024

N. 330 Road, just north of Gun Club Road, was closed Nov. 25-26 as crews replaced a corroded eight-foot culvert, according to District2 Commissioner David Walker. The project, which cost $10,000, invo...

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Quilt Raffled at Prairie Bell HCE Craft Show

November 27, 2024

Prairie Bell HCE congratulates Courtney Nicewander on winning the beautiful handmade quilt raffled off at the end of the 42nd annual Christmas Craft Show & Bazaar held in Morris last week. The quilt w...

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VFW Feed the Vets is Dec. 5

November 27, 2024

Henryetta’s VFW Post 539 will conduct its Feed the Vets program for veterans and their dependents on Thursday, Dec. 5, at 11 a.m. at New Life Assembly of God Church, 1201 S. C Street in Henryetta.Volu...