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Star-studded lineup set for Muscogee Nation Festival
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June 6, 2025
Star-studded lineup set for Muscogee Nation Festival

The Muscogee Nation Festival is gearing up to deliver an unforgettable weekend of music, culture and celebration at the Claude Cox Omniplex in Okmulgee. With a powerhouse lineup of musical talent, this year’s entertainment is expected to draw thousands from across the region for an experience that is entirely free to attend.

The Festival will feature live performances from nationally renowned artists on Friday, June 27, and Saturday, June 28, capped with a Saturday night fashion show and a spectacular fireworks display.

— Friday Night – June 27

Kicking off the weekend’s entertainment will be Stoney LaRue, a Texas/Oklahoma Red Dirt country favorite, who will take the stage at 7 p.m. as Friday’s opener. Known for his soulful voice and gritty storytelling, LaRue is sure to set the tone for a night of high-energy performances.

Following LaRue, Ashley Mc-Bryde, a Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, will

SEE MUSCOGEE NATION FESTIVAL, PAGE A7 headline the night at 9 p.m. Mc-Bryde has built a devoted following with her raw vocals and honest lyrics, earning critical acclaim and multiple award nominations for her breakthrough album Girl Going Nowhere. Fans can expect a dynamic performance as she brings her heartfelt anthems to the Okmulgee stage.

— Saturday Night – June 28

The entertainment continues Saturday with rising country artist Lance Gouge opening the evening’s performances at 7 p.m. Gouge’s authentic sound and growing fan base make him a standout addition to the lineup and a crowd-pleaser for fans of new country music.

At 9 p.m., the legendary Marshall Tucker Band will headline Saturday night. With a musical career spanning over five decades, the group is best known for classic hits like “Can’t You See” and “Heard It in a Love Song.” Their unique blend of Southern rock, country and jazz will bring a nostalgic and energetic close to the evening.

— Bonus Events – Fashion & Fireworks The festivities won’t stop with the music. Following the Saturday headliner, attendees can enjoy a fashion show, showcasing Native creativity and style, immediately after The Marshall Tucker Band’s performance. The evening will then conclude with a dazzling fireworks display, lighting up the Okmulgee sky in celebration of Muscogee Nation pride and heritage.

– With free admission, family- friendly attractions, and a lineup featuring both modern icons and classic rock legends, the 2025 Muscogee Nation Festival promises to be one of the biggest and most exciting events of the summer. Community members and visitors alike are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets and join in the celebration of Native culture, music and community.

For more information, including the full festival schedule, visit the official website at www.MuscogeeNationFestival. com.

‘Hot Diggity Dog’
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‘Hot Diggity Dog’
September 3, 2025
These brave souls took on the Luv Ford Hot Dog Eating Challenge over the weekend, and coming out as the winner for the second time was Albert Bravo. The eater took down 20 hot dogs in the allotted tim...
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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...
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VFW to host Feed the Vets program
September 3, 2025
Veterans and their families will have the opportunity to receive food assistance during the upcoming Feed the Vets program hosted by VFW Post 539, on Thursday at 11 a.m. The event will be held at New ...
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Parade winners announced for Labor Day
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Parade winners announced for Labor Day
September 3, 2025
The 2025 Henryetta Labor Day Parade delighted the community on Monday, Sept. 1, with colorful floats, gleaming classic cars and enthusiastic participants across multiple divisions. Judges selected win...
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MN Principal Chief issues executive order
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MN Principal Chief issues executive order
September 3, 2025
Muscogee Nation Principal Chief David Hill has issued Executive Order No. 25-05, outlining the Nation’s plan to comply with a landmark Supreme Court decision requiring the incorporation of the Treaty ...
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Drummond issues binding opinion nixing OHP metro patrol plan
September 3, 2025
Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued a binding formal opinion today declaring the Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP) is bound by law to continue serving the state’s major metropolitan areas and does no...
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RWD board leaders honored
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RWD board leaders honored
September 3, 2025
The State of Oklahoma has recognized two outstanding community leaders, James Delbert Ray and Linda Lynde, for their decades of dedicated volunteer service to their local rural water district and comm...
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Okmulgee Masonic Lodge Donates to OSCO
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Okmulgee Masonic Lodge Donates to OSCO
September 3, 2025
The Okmulgee County Sheriff’s Office recently sent out their annual request for donations to aid in purchasing education materials from the National Child Safety Council. These materials educate child...
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Vets for Pets Costume Contest Winners Named
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Vets for Pets Costume Contest Winners Named
September 3, 2025
The winners of the 2025 VFW Post 539 Inaugural Vets for Pets Costume Contest, held Aug. 30, were announced. Connie Counts and her Morkie dog, Luna, placed first, winning the $100 grand prize. Placing ...
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Free field day to highlight Oklahoma pecan industry
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Free field day to highlight Oklahoma pecan industry
September 3, 2025
Oklahoma agriculture is well-known for its cattle and wheat industries, but the pecan industry also has a significant impact on the state. Oklahoma State University Extension is partnering with the Ok...
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Do you kneel before the sports god?
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Do you kneel before the sports god?
September 3, 2025
Is Sunday football a casual interest or something more? Does your love for sports go beyond a form of entertainment, recreation or exercise to an obsession?Thousands of years ago the people of Israel ...
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