Chilly weather for Chili Cook-Off

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February 14, 2019

Cooler weather is here and it?s just in time as competition is heating up for some serious chili cooking. Yes, it?s time for the 12th annual Checotah Chili Cook-Off sponsored by

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March 26, 2026

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March 26, 2026

EUFAULA - Marie Terry Linstead, 73, passed away at her home in Eufaula, OK, on March 21, 2026, after a brief battle with cancer. A Funeral Service was held Wednesday, March 25 at Grace Bible Church in...

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Oklahoma State Cowboys win three titles, finish second at NCAA wrestling championships

By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR

March 26, 2026

Oklahoma State was the first team in NCAA history to have three true freshman champions in the same year. Oklahoma State wrestlers Sergio Vega, Landon Robideau and Jax Forrest won individual titles at...

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Caleb Knight: From Oklahoma to professional baseball

By RODNEY HALTOM HALTOM?S HUDDLE

March 26, 2026

Caleb Knight is an American professional baseball player best known for his time as a catcher in the Chicago Cubs organization and their minor-league system. Born on January 2, 1996, in Checotah, Knig...

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Lady Ironheads achieve Heartland Conference honors

By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR

March 26, 2026

ing 16-13 on the season before falling by four points in Area play. Led by Coach Jason Radomski and Coach Efurd, they have groomed this team to be competitive for seasons Several Eufaula Lady Ironhead...

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Speed, spirit & shamrocks shine at the Eufaula Green Run

By SHAUNA BELYEU GENERAL MANAGER

March 19, 2026

A little luck of the Irish and a lot of community spirit filled the air on Saturday, March 14, as the fifth annual Eufaula Green Run 5K brought runners, families and plenty of green to the Cove. Hoste...

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Rangers end season for mighty Ironheads at State

By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR

March 19, 2026

The Roland Rangers improved to a 24-1 record after defeating the Eufaula Ironheads 68-43 in the opening round of the Class 3A State Quarterfinals Tournament Friday at the OG&E Coliseum in Oklahoma Cit...

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When the Wild Onions return

By MICHAEL BARNES CONTRIBUTING WRITER The scent of wild onions filled the kitchen before any-thing

March 19, 2026

Spring gathering at the Eufaula Indian Community Nutrition Center celebrates food, tradition, and the hands that serve the community else. Earlier that morning, volunteers gathered at the Eufaula Indi...

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Women’s History Month

By ALMA HARPER GARDENIA ART FEDERATED CLUB

March 19, 2026

National Theme: “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Substantial Future” March is Women’s History Month. Every year, March is designated Women’s History Month by presidential proclamation. Before it w...

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McIntosh County Commissioners call Special Election on sales tax renewal

By SHAUNA BELYEU GENERAL MANAGER

March 19, 2026

McIntosh County voters will head to the polls June 16 to decide whether to renew an existing county sales tax used to fund roads, bridges and county facilities. The McIntosh County Board of County Com...

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Tornado victims identified in Beggs

March 19, 2026

A community and family are mourning the loss of Todd and Becky McClellan who were killed when an EF-3 tornado tore through the area Friday, March 6. Authorities identified the tornado victims from Beg...