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OCCJA celebrates opening of new maintenance shop
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April 15, 2026
OCCJA celebrates opening of new maintenance shop
By PATRICK FORD Editor,

County officials, members of the Okmulgee County Criminal Justice Authority (OCCJA) Board and community members gathered last week to celebrate the completion of a long-awaited project – the new OCCJA Maintenance Shop.

The ribbon cutting ceremony, held last Thursday at the facility, located at 515 W. 7th St. in Okmulgee, marked a significant milestone for the county’s criminal justice operations. The event followed the regularly scheduled OCCJA Board meeting and brought together stakeholders to recognize the importance of the new addition.

Officials noted the project was both much-needed and long overdue, providing maintenance staff with a modern, functional workspace that meets current codes and standards. The upgraded facility is expected to improve efficiency and expand the ability for more in-house maintenance work, ultimately saving time and resources.

The new shop represents an investment in both infrastructure and personnel, giving workers the tools and environment necessary to better serve the facility and the community.

Following the ceremony, attendees enjoyed a time of fellowship with food and refreshments, celebrating the completion of a project that will benefit OCCJA operations for years to come.

Citywide cleanup event planned April 17-18
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Citywide cleanup event planned April 17-18
April 15, 2026
The City of Henryetta will host a citywide cleanup event this Friday and Saturday, April 17-18.City officials announced that dumpsters will be available for residents to dispose of unwanted items duri...
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Cruise Knight brings downtown to life
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Cruise Knight brings downtown to life
April 15, 2026
The streets of Henryetta came alive Saturday evening, as the first Henryetta Cruise Knight of the 2026 season rolled into town. With cars lining downtown, families gathering and local businesses buzzi...
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Motorcyclist killed in crash
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Motorcyclist killed in crash
April 15, 2026
A Henryetta man lost his life early Sunday morning following a single-vehicle motorcycle crash along US-62, according to a report from the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.The collision occurred at approximate...
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County receives funding through ICE partnership
April 15, 2026
A newly implemented federal partnership program that has already brought significant funding into Okmulgee County took center stage Monday morning during the regular meeting of the Okmulgee County Boa...
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County Election Board seeks poll workers
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County Election Board seeks poll workers
April 15, 2026
The Okmulgee County Election Board is now accepting applications for precinct officials, also known as poll workers, ahead of upcoming elections, with a deadline set for May 8.Election Board Secretary...
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Morris Academic Team honored
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Morris Academic Team honored
April 15, 2026
The Morris High School Academic Team was recognized in the Oklahoma House of Representatives last Wednesday by House Tribal and External Affairs Leader Rep. Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee.The team won th...
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Dobson fiber begins major broadband expansion in Henryetta
April 15, 2026
A major infrastructure upgrade aimed at transforming internet access across the community is now underway, as Dobson Fiber has begun construction on a new fiber-optic network designed to bring highspe...
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Genealogical Society to meet April 27
April 15, 2026
Have you been discouraged by inaccessibility to information regarding your family history?If so, the Okmulgee County Genealogical Society invites you to join their next meeting on Monday, April 27, at...
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Teen drivers, two others injured in horse-related crash
April 15, 2026
A collision involving a horse on April 11 resulted in injuries to multiple individuals after a vehicle crossed the centerline and struck an oncoming car, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.The c...
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Talking About Returns
April 15, 2026
Philippians 2:3 - Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but with humility of mind regard one another as more important than yourselves.These words describe very aptly the heart of one seeking ...
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What can we learn from how Jesus forgave Peter?
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What can we learn from how Jesus forgave Peter?
April 15, 2026
“If I messed up like Peter, I’d probably hide under my bed and hope Jesus didn’t notice,” says Ella, 10. “Or maybe I’d bring him cookies first. Then, I would apologize.”That might have been tempting f...
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