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Municipal, bond issues on ballot Tuesday
February 6, 2026
Early voting for Okmulgee County residents wishing to cast ballots in the Feb. 10 Election continues through 6 p.m. at the Okmulgee County Courthouse.On Election Day, which is next Tuesday, Feb. 10, r...
A Month of Love
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A Month of Love
February 6, 2026
As Valentine’s Day approaches, the Henryetta Chamber of Commerce is inviting residents and visitors alike to celebrate love in a unique and meaningful way - by taking part in a growing community tradi...
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Commissioners weight county fairgrounds improvements
February 6, 2026
Okmulgee County Commissioners opened their Feb. 2 meeting with routine business, but the discussion quickly turned to long-term community investments - ranging from improvements at the county fairgrou...
Anchor Glass facility hosts state, local officials
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Anchor Glass facility hosts state, local officials
February 6, 2026
The Anchor Glass Container manufacturing facility in Henryetta, which has been operating for almost 100 years and is home to one of the largest glass melting furnaces in the world, recently hosted a v...
Dewar Running Back Commits to McPherson
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Dewar Running Back Commits to McPherson
February 6, 2026
Congratulations to Dewar senior Braelin Lewis, who officially signed to play football at McPherson College, continuing his standout career. As a two-time state championship game MVP and a dominant running back who rushed for over 1,700 yards with more than 2,000 all-purpose yards as a senior, Braelin’s commitment is a massive achievement.
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AEB strengthens community ties through local giving
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AEB strengthens community ties through local giving
February 4, 2026
When you bank with American Exchange Bank (AEB), you’re doing more than opening an account-you’re helping build a stronger community. Through its ongoing Partners in the Community initiative, AEB rece...
News
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Remembering Jerry Fink
February 6, 2026
The staff of the Eufaula Indian Journal, McIntosh County Democrat and Cookson Hills Publishing is mourning the loss of a colleague, mentor and friend following the passing of longtime editor Jerry Fin...
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Henryettan pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter
February 6, 2026
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma announced that Daeshaun Jared Ickle Cobretti Small, age 22, of Henryetta, entered a guilty plea to one count of a Superseding I...
Barns Full, Futures Bright
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Barns Full, Futures Bright
February 6, 2026
It’s time once again for one of Okmulgee County’s most anticipated youth events. The 59th Annual Okmulgee County Spring Livestock Show, where Future Farmers of America (FFA) members and 4-H students p...
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Morris Teddy Bear Toss a success
February 6, 2026
Morris Public Schools is expressing its heartfelt gratitude to the community following an overwhelming outpouring of support during the inaugural McKinley McGirt Memorial Teddy Bear Toss, held Friday ...
Age doesn’t stop Don Cotton
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Age doesn’t stop Don Cotton
February 6, 2026
At 103 years old, VFW member of Post 539 Don Cotton of Henryetta still drives himself to the grocery store, walks on his own and recalls in great detail about his lifetime of memories during the Great...

Sports
Demons battle through tough home stretch
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Demons battle through tough home stretch
February 4, 2026
Demons control tempo early, secure home win over Quinton The Beggs Demon Dome provided the backdrop for a strong varsity boys regular season performance as the Beggs Demons established control early a...
Lady Demons drop recent home games
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Lady Demons drop recent home games
February 4, 2026
Quinton pulls away, tops Beggs in 59-35 loss The Beggs Demon Dome was the setting for a varsity girls regular season contest in which the Beggs Demons delivered a strong opening effort before Quinton ...
Wilson drops two in recent action
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Wilson drops two in recent action
January 23, 2026
The Wilson Tigers fell 81-64 to Crossover Prep Academy on Tuesday in a regular-season matchup, despite a solid allaround performance on both ends of the floor.Wilson struggled early to slow Crossover ...
Henryetta powerlifters earn medals at Little Axe
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Henryetta powerlifters earn medals at Little Axe
January 23, 2026
The Henryetta Knights powerlifting program continued to turn heads this week, as the HMS/JV and HHS squads traveled to Little Axe, returning home with a strong collection of medals and team finishes.-...
Lifestyle
GCTC student elected OK HOSA Northeast Region VP
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GCTC student elected OK HOSA Northeast Region VP
November 28, 2025
Green Country is celebrating one of its own this week as Grace Hogue, an exceptional Medical Assisting student from Green Country Technology Center, has been elected the new Northeast Region Vice Pres...
GCTC Cosmetology to host Christmas Hair Show Dec. 5
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GCTC Cosmetology to host Christmas Hair Show Dec. 5
November 22, 2025
Green Country Technology Center (GCTC) is proud to announce the return of one of its most anticipated traditions: the Annual Cosmetology Christmas Hair Show, taking place Friday, Dec. 5, with showings...
Henryetta educator enhances skills at Fall Art Workshops
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Henryetta educator enhances skills at Fall Art Workshops
November 21, 2025
Nearly 300 educators and artists from across Oklahoma gathered this October at Quartz Mountain State Park & Lodge for the 2025 Oklahoma Fall Arts Institute (OFAI) - a series of immersive weekend works...
Faith-filled anticipation builds for upcoming revival
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Faith-filled anticipation builds for upcoming revival
September 12, 2025
A wave of spiritual revival is set to roll across Okmulgee County this September as a powerful lineup of pastors and evangelists prepare to gather under the big top for a weeklong Tent Revival, promis...
Henryetta Education Foundation wraps up successful fundraiser
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Henryetta Education Foundation wraps up successful fundraiser
September 10, 2025
The Henryetta Education Foundation (HEF) wrapped up another successful fundraising campaign this Labor Day with a series of exciting prize drawings and heartfelt thanks to the many individuals and org...
Rotary Club Ice Cream Contest Winner Crowned
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Rotary Club Ice Cream Contest Winner Crowned
September 3, 2025
The results are in from this year’s Rotary Club Ice Cream Contest, held over Labor Day Weekend. This year’s best homemade ice cream title goes to Lindsey Babino’s Strawberry Shortcake, while Kenny Wil...

Editor Picks
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OOCYS records review raises questions
February 6, 2026
In November 2025, The Okmulgee Times first reported on governance concerns surrounding the Okmulgee- Okfuskee County Youth Services (OOCYS) Board following the termination of Executive Director Dr. Sh...
OCCJA Director responds during winter storm
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OCCJA Director responds during winter storm
February 6, 2026
During a recent winter storm impacting Okmulgee County, county officials and other volunteers were briefed by Okmulgee County Emergency Management as preparations were made to address hazardous condit...
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Records Reviewed by the Okmulgee Times
February 6, 2026
• Board agendas (June-October 2025)• Board meeting minutes (June 30, July 28, Aug. 25, Sept. 2, Oct. 9, Oct. 27)• Sept. 24, 2025, letter from board member Shirley Payne• Oct. 9, 2025, grievance letter...
partners across the state.
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partners across the state.
February 6, 2026
History keeps repeating itself in Morris - and that’s a very good thing.The Morris High School Academic Team has once again proven it belongs at the very top of Oklahoma’s academic elite, capturing th...
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