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May 14, 2025
OCEM Report

This report is a summary of key activities and does not include all activities completed by Emergency Management.

— Board of County Commissioners Meeting

• Attended the regular meeting of the Board of County Commissioners to provide updates on current emergency management activities and ongoing flood response efforts.

— Flood Monitoring & Response

• Actively monitored flooding conditions throughout the county due to recent heavy rainfall.

• Coordinated with local public works and law enforcement to assess and respond to flood-impacted areas.

• Assisted with the closure of multiple roads due to flood damage to ensure public safety and prevent further damage.

— Damage Assessment • Collaborated with the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management to conduct preliminary damage assessments (PDAs) across the county.

• Collected and documented flood damage data necessary to support a potential federal disaster declaration request. — Training

• Participated in the Floodplain Management Intermediate Training held in Oklahoma City to enhance knowledge and ensure compliance with current floodplain regulations and best practices.

— Community Engagement

• Met with three county residents to provide guidance and information regarding building requirements and restrictions within designated floodplain areas.

• Discussed permitting processes, flood risk and mitigation measures to ensure safe and compliant development.

— Next Steps

• Continue monitoring recovery efforts and updating damage assessment records.

• Maintain communication with state emergency management partners regarding federal assistance.

• Follow up with residents and ensure compliance with floodplain development regulations.

• Prepare for any additional weather-related impacts in the coming week.

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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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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A: Main, News
Remembering Jerry Fink
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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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A: Main, News
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...
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Barns Full, Futures Bright
A: Main, News
Barns Full, Futures Bright
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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 ...
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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...
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