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January 24, 2025
Candidate forum planned Feb. 1

The Okmulgee County Republicans are hosting a Candidate Forum on Saturday, Feb. 1, providing voters with a chance to hear directly from the Republican candidates vying for the State Senate District 8 seat.

This event is part of the lead-up to the March 4 primary election, which will determine the Republican nominee for the May 13 special election.

— Event Details

• Date: Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025 • Time: 10 a.m. to 12 noon (meet-and-greet starts at 9 a.m.)

• Location: Harlan Meeting Room, OSUIT Student Union in Okmulgee

• Hosted by: Okmulgee County Republicans The forum will feature four candidates competing to represent Senate District 8:

• David Nelson of Morris

• Bryan Logan of Paden

• Hoss Durrett of Checotah

• Steven Baldridge of Okmulgee This event offers a valuable opportunity for voters to hear each candidate’s stance on key issues, ask questions, and engage in meaningful discussions about the future of District 8. The meet-and-greet session beginning at 9 a.m. allows attendees to interact with candidates in an informal setting before the forum begins.

— Key Election Dates to Remember

• Feb. 1: Candidate Forum in Okmulgee

• March 4: Republican Primary Election for the Senate District 8 Special Election

• May 13: Special Election – For more information about the event or the upcoming elections, contact the Okmulgee County Republicans at okmulgeecountygop@gmail.com.

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County receives FEMA funding for Outdoor Warning Siren Project
February 18, 2026
Okmulgee County Emergency Management (OCEM) is pleased to announce that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has officially funded the Okmulgee County Outdoor Warning Siren Project.The award...
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