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American Legion celebrates 99th birthday
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American Legion celebrates 99th birthday
By News Staff 
March 24, 2022
Okmulgee’s American Legion Post 10 will celebrate 100 years next year. This week, the members of the Post kicked off the preparations with a reception and a 99th birthday cake. White-Williams Post 10 ...
At least 537 COVID-19 deaths missing from state nursing home data
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At least 537 COVID-19 deaths missing from state nursing home data
By Whitney Bryen 
March 23, 2022
At least 512 nursing home residents who died from COVID-19 are missing from state reports. Also unaccounted for in state reports are 25 nursing home staff who died from COVID-19. On March 1, the state...
Free environmental law enforcement training seminar April 7
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Free environmental law enforcement training seminar April 7
By Trisha Gedon 
March 23, 2022
Illegal roadside dumps continue to be a problem in Oklahoma. Not only are they unsightly and dangerous, but they also have a negative impact on the environment. To help reclaim the rural environment, ...
Big Cussetah Wild Onion Dinner a Success
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Big Cussetah Wild Onion Dinner a Success
By News Staff 
March 23, 2022
Big Cussetah Methodist Church in Morris held their Annual Wild Onion Dinner this Saturday feeding dozens of church members and others in the surrounding area. The menu included fresh, home cooked wild...
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L-Theanine can aide with stress relief
By Melissa Heminover 
March 23, 2022
Laci Slape with Okmulgee’s Nutrition Shoppe says something she has added to her daily regimen is L-Theanine. Slape says L-Theanine is an amino acid that occurs naturally in green tea. “This supplement...
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Woman dies after vehicle accident
By News Staff 
March 23, 2022
A Beggs woman was killed in a single-vehicle accident Monday morning, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. The collision happened at 10:31 a.m. on Monday at N 230 Rd and Hoover Rd, in northern Ok...
From the Past
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From the Past
By News Staff 
March 23, 2022
An Okmulgee Times reader recently shared this photo from downtown Okmulgee. Alan Lovelady sent this photo from 1948, showing his mother, Vera Sue (Lemley) Lovelady, second from right, near the corner ...
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Animal Welfare Committee to meet March 31
By News Staff 
March 23, 2022
The Okmulgee Animal Welfare Committee will meet via Zoom on Thursday, March 31 at 6 p.m. This meeting will cover the successes the Okmulgee County Humane Society has had with transports, adoptions, an...
Highway to Henryetta concert adds performers to lineup
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Highway to Henryetta concert adds performers to lineup
By Melissa Heminover 
March 23, 2022
As excitement continues to build for this summer’s Highway to Henryetta, more artists have been announced for the June 11 event. Tickets are still on sale for the all-day festival set to take place at...
County unemployment trends upward
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County unemployment trends upward
By News Staff 
March 23, 2022
The jobless rate in Okmulgee County rose to start the new year, according to figures from the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission. Okmulgee County reported a rate of 4.2 percent in January. That n...
Filming has begun for Reservation Dogs
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Filming has begun for Reservation Dogs
By Melissa Heminover 
March 23, 2022
Cast and crew have returned to Okmulgee County to begin filming for the second season of the award winning series Reservation Dogs. The comedy series that streams on FX on Hulu is co-created by Oklaho...
OSL fundraiser planned for April 9
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OSL fundraiser planned for April 9
By News Staff 
March 23, 2022
The Okmulgee Service League (OSL) is proud to present their upcoming annual fundraiser, “Let the Good Times Roll.” This Mardi Grasthemed casino night will take place Saturday, April 9, at 6:30 p.m. at...
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Morris City Council approves agreements
By Patrick Ford 
March 23, 2022
The Morris City Council approved an ordinance and lease agreement during their monthly session. The board approved Ordinance #226-22 regarding an amendment to the City of Morris and Morris Public Work...
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Commissioners approve new hires for Dist. 2
By Patrick Ford 
March 23, 2022
The Okmulgee Board of Commissioners covered a short agenda during Monday’s regular meeting. Among the items discussed were two new full-time employees for District 2: Jason Carter, employment effectiv...
Vision comes to life at Okmulgee Primary
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Vision comes to life at Okmulgee Primary
By Patrick Ford 
March 23, 2022
A vision by an Okmulgee Schools staff has come to life, providing an opportunity for young boys and girls to learn the sport of tennis. Dr. James Quinn is a counselor with the school district, and is ...
Tim Haws is guest of Okmulgee Lions Club
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Tim Haws is guest of Okmulgee Lions Club
By News Staff 
March 17, 2022
Sometimes when tragedy comes knocking on our door, if viewed in the right or proper perspective, it can open the door of opportunity to foster triumph over tragedy. Such was the case for Tuesday’s Okm...
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He Awaits
By Randy Zinn 
March 17, 2022
If thumbing through a high school yearbook from a few decades ago, you might come upon this motto chosen by the senior class, “All things come to him who waits.” Credit for the origin of this proverb ...
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HISTORY
By From The Okmulgee (daily) Times Archives 
March 17, 2022
100 years ago: A&E Grocery, located at 110 N. Morton, advertised roast beef at 10¢ a pound, and 19 pounds of sugar for $1. The OHS Debate Teams beat McAlester during their meet at home. A suspected bu...
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Cast members needed for upcoming play
By News Staff 
March 17, 2022
Do you want to be in a play? All ages are welcome and no experience necessary. Okmulgee Community Playhouse needs 25 characters to participate in “Alice in Wonderland.” Family participation is welcome...
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How to choose a long-term care facility
By News Staff 
March 17, 2022
Choosing a long-term care facility can be one of the most difficult tasks that an individual and/or their family may ever face. Ombudsmen for the Eastern Oklahoma Development District Area Agency on A...
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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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