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Alleged kidnapper arrested

The temperature outside was sizzling but that didn’t stop the fun and excitement of Freedom Celebration. The City of Checotah and the Chamber of Commerce worked hard on the city’s

Boom-a-rang Diner has a drive-in

A single vehicle accident caused damage to the front building of the Boom-a-rang Diner in Checotah on Wednesday, July 3. Police reported that an elderly couple, regulars at the diner,

Former student-athlete pays tribute to teacher, Coach Dixon

Truman Dixon: Exceptional in the classroom and on the court Truman Dixon has been long noted as a successful basketball coach. He was exceptional in the classroom and on the

Finding her family roots in Fishertown

Carolyn (Fisher) Reece has been persistently tracing her family roots for many years and has recently been inspired to clean up the Fishertown Cemetery, where some of her relatives now

Supreme Court to hear more arguments in 1999 McIntosh County murder case

The U.S. Supreme Court said last week it wants to hear more arguments in the case of Patrick Murphy, who was convicted of murder by a McIntosh County jury in

Alumni remember Glory Days

It was a weekend to remember and reminisce as Checotah alumni met up at the Katy Depot on Saturday, June 29 for coffee and light refreshments. The Checotah Landmark Preservation

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Boom-a-rang Diner has a drive-in

A single vehicle accident caused damage to the front building of the Boom-a-rang Diner in Checotah on Wednesday, July 3.

Former student-athlete pays tribute to teacher, Coach Dixon

Truman Dixon: Exceptional in the classroom and on the court Truman Dixon has been long noted as a successful basketball coach. He was exceptional in the classroom and on the court.

Mayor’s race ends in crash

Mayor Daniel Tarkington is still taking care of city business and in his spare time tearing up the race track, a hobby he’s enjoyed since the age of 15.

Sports

International Finals Youth Rodeo develops leaders through Youth Director Program

The 2019 International Finals Youth Rodeo Directors were chosen during the 2018 IFYR and have been working all year to prepare for this year’s rodeo.

OKC Thunder trades Paul George

The Oklahoma City Thunder traded Paul George to the L.A. Clippers for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Danilo Gallinari, and five first-round picks.

NCAA expected to pass restriction guidelines

The NCAA Division I council will meet in Indianapolis to discuss proposed new guidelines, which include an update to directions for decisions on whether waiver requests should be granted for player

Commentary

Letters Policy

The staff of The McIntosh County Democrat welcomes Letters to the Editor on subjects of interest to our readers.

Life events can lead you to see a financial advisor

Over the years, you’ll experience many personal and professional milestones. Each of these can be satisfying, but they may also bring challenges – especially financial ones.

Missing former Fourth of Julys

The Fourth of July has always held a very special place in my heart from years past to the present day.

Lifestyle

The Checotah Senior Center

The Checotah Senior Center celebrated June birthdays with birthday girls, Mary Smith and Ruth Ramsey. (Submitted photo)

Significant Apollo 11 artifacts now on display at Stafford Air and Space Museum

The 50th Anniversary of the historic Apollo 11 Moon Landing will take place this July.

Arvest selected as best in three states

Arvest Bank has been recognized by Forbes magazine among its “Best-In-State Banks” for the second consecutive year.

Obituaries

DELORES WADSWORTH

Born April 5, 1935 in Checotah, Oklahoma, Delores Wadsworth was the daughter of Inez (Briggs) and William Jasper “Bill” Hill.

LILA LEE MCKEE MARSHALL

Lila Lee McKee Marshall died on June 16, 2019, in Sugar Land, Texas.

DONALD “DON” GENE DOWDY

Donald “Don” Gene Dowdy earned his heavenly reward and was welcomed into heaven on Friday, June 21, 2019 at the age of 81.

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