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Uncovering the Forgotten
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Uncovering the Forgotten
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
August 22, 2025
When historian Wayman Lewis talks about Okmulgee’s Black history, he doesn’t recite timelines - he revives heartbeats. And this weekend, those heartbeats will rise again through the Hidden Histories E...
Oral Health on Wheels
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Oral Health on Wheels
By DANIELLE HAYS OCCJA EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 
August 20, 2025
Last week, the Mobile Smiles of Oklahoma unit made its impactful presence known at the Okmulgee County Criminal Justice Authority (OCCJA), delivering essential dental services in a specially outfitted...
Star Trek Day Pet Costume Contest planned Sept. 8
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Star Trek Day Pet Costume Contest planned Sept. 8
August 20, 2025
Boldly go where no pet has gone before! Local pet lovers are invited to set their phasers to “fun” for an evening of fur, fandom, and a whole lot of wagging tails as Okmulgee celebrates Star Trek Day ...
County Prayer Walk unites community in faith
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County Prayer Walk unites community in faith
By Patrick Ford Editor 
August 7, 2025
Faith, community and commitment to local students filled the air Saturday morning as the 9th annual Okmulgee County School Prayer Walk launched from the historic Brock Gymnasium. With believers of all...
Stand for the Silent
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Stand for the Silent
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
August 6, 2025
Outside the Walmart on Wood Drive, two determined young women stood in the Oklahoma summer heat - not for recognition, but for a mission. Jamyah Mc-Clellan and Tylor Jackson were representing Stand fo...
One Donation. Three Lives.
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One Donation. Three Lives.
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
August 3, 2025
Part 1 -When Heather Houser talks about blood donation, she’s not reading from a script - she’s speaking as a mother. “My son was born with four holes in his heart,” she said. “He needed two transfusi...
Mabrey Bank announces local promotions
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Mabrey Bank announces local promotions
August 1, 2025
Mabrey Bank is proud to announce two internal promotions that further solidify the bank’s footprint in Okmulgee and the surrounding communities of East Central Oklahoma. Tim Davis, who has spent the l...
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Commissioners address property after tax sale
Approve Turning 55 parcels over to City of Okmulgee
By Patrick Ford Editor 
July 25, 2025
The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners focused on property management during their regular meeting on Monday, July 21, with a detailed discussion regarding parcels acquired by the county after the...
Library wrangles up summer fun
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Library wrangles up summer fun
By Patrick Ford Editor 
July 25, 2025
With a twirl of the rope and a hearty dose of cowboy charm, the Okmulgee Public Library wrapped up its 2025 Summer Reading Program for children on Wednesday with a lively performance by none other tha...
Collaboration brings fire safety initiative to Okmulgee
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Collaboration brings fire safety initiative to Okmulgee
July 25, 2025
In an extraordinary display of community collaboration and service, volunteers from the American Red Cross Tulsa Area Chapter, Muscogee Nation Gaming Enterprises (MNGE) and Okmulgee Emergency Manageme...
Forever Sisters Beauty Supply
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Forever Sisters Beauty Supply
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
July 25, 2025
When you walk into Forever Sisters LLC Beauty Supply, it doesn’t feel like just another store. It feels like something we’ve been waiting on. And now, inhale ... It. Is. Here. Located at 107 S. Centra...
Meet OKCO’s longest residents: White Claw and Closed
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Meet OKCO’s longest residents: White Claw and Closed
July 25, 2025
Both waiting for 7+ months, neither have received a single application - but together, we can find their forever families. It’s been a while since our last Pet Pals column, and we’ve missed you! The l...
Dayle James
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Dayle James
E. Dayle James OHP Baker 52 - Okmulgee County 10 has finished his watch.
By Patrick 
July 24, 2025
E. Dayle James OHP Baker 52 - Okmulgee County 10 has finished his watch. E. Dayle James, of Okmulgee, was born in Muskogee, OK, June 21, 1948 to Kenneth Edward James and Maxine (Elsey) James. He passe...
Trips on a Tankful
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Trips on a Tankful
By CHRIS ANDERSON SPECIAL TO THE TIMES 
July 18, 2025
Can you guess it? Or, has your job, your schedule, your finances, your family or your health made you forget? This is an important time of year for you and your family. Sometimes, we get in so deep wi...
Okmulgee’s new postal & print shop delivers more than mail
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Okmulgee’s new postal & print shop delivers more than mail
By DAWN REPORTER REPORTER 
July 12, 2025
When I first stepped into Okmulgee Postal and Print on 6th Street, I thought I was just visiting a new place to drop off a package or make a copy. But what I found was so much more a story of vision, ...
Why does the Bible call Jesus “The Word?”
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Why does the Bible call Jesus “The Word?”
June 25, 2025
“Jesus is the Word because through him all things are made,” says Jonathan, 8. “What he said became. Through the words of Jesus, the Earth and man were made. So, he is the Word.” When we read, “In the...
Okmulgee FFA, community bid fond farewell to Tim Taylor
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Okmulgee FFA, community bid fond farewell to Tim Taylor
By Patrick Ford Editor 
June 20, 2025
The Okmulgee community will gather on Friday, June 27, to celebrate an educator, mentor, and community leader as Tim Taylor, agricultural education teacher and FFA advisor at Okmulgee High School, pre...
Redfearns Celebrate 50th Anniversary
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Redfearns Celebrate 50th Anniversary
June 20, 2025
Glenda Adams and Clifton Redfearn are celebrating 50 years of marriage on June 20. The couple were united in marriage on June 20, 1975, at First Christian Church in Okmulgee. Clifton is a proud Vietna...
Okmulgee’s David White honored with Oklahoma Pecan Grower Award
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Okmulgee’s David White honored with Oklahoma Pecan Grower Award
June 20, 2025
David White of Okmulgee has been named the recipient of this year’s Oklahoma Pecan Grower Award, an honor recognizing individuals who show continued interest, effort and unselfish cooperation in suppo...
Helen Smith reflects on faith, family and her sawmill roots
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Helen Smith reflects on faith, family and her sawmill roots
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
June 1, 2025
At Baptist Village of Okmulgee, it’s not uncommon to find residents with extraordinary life stories tucked into their everyday conversations. But few bring history, heart and humor together quite like...
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Harlan Ford Toy Drive continues
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Harlan Ford Toy Drive continues
December 12, 2025
The 10th annual Harlan Ford Toy Drive continues through Dec. 20. Organized with the support of the Okmulgee County Department of Human Services and the Okmulgee Police Department, this year’s toy driv...
‘Care Cart’
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‘Care Cart’
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
December 12, 2025
Sometimes leadership doesn’t start with a title, a committee or a grant. Sometimes it starts with an 11-year-old girl who simply notices people around her - and chooses to care. That’s exactly what Mo...
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Beggs City Council hires new municipal judge
By KAY RABBITT-BROWER SPECIAL TO THE TIMES 
December 12, 2025
During its final meeting of the year, Beggs City Council accepted the resignation of the municipal court judge, hired a new municipal judge, approved an internet service contract, took action on a DEQ...
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OPS board handles staffing at December meeting
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
December 12, 2025
The Okmulgee Board of Education met for its regular meeting on Tuesday, with all members present. Board members approved the Nov. 11 meeting minutes, monthly encumbrances across district funds and one...
Downtown Okmulgee Is Merry & Bright
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Downtown Okmulgee Is Merry & Bright
December 12, 2025
Holiday spirits are high in downtown Okmulgee. Be sure to take a drive down Okmulgee’s 6th Street to see all the lights, including the decorated Council House Square, as the holiday season continues, ...
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