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March 26, 2020

HALTOM’S HUDDLE

While many folks are getting cabin fever in week three of social distancing, many outdoor activities provide a getaway for some sportsmen and women. Fishing, golf and disc golf can offer some entertainment while COV- ID-19 continues to plague the world.

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A Night to Shine: Community stood together in celebration of dignity and joy

By STAFF WRITER

February 19, 2026

Friday night Feb. 13,, Community Culture Church was transformed into something extraordinary. Purple draping cascaded from the ceiling. Gold accents shimmered beneath soft lights. Guests first gathere...

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Don’t miss this year’s Chili Cook-Off

February 19, 2026

Don’t miss the 18th Annual Chili Cook-Off set for Saturday, Feb. 28 at the First Free Will Baptist Life Center , 713 N. Broadway, Checotah. Who will walk away with bragging rights this year? Who will ...

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2026 BLACK HISTORY MONTHTHEME: ACENTURYOFBLACK HISTORY COMMEMORATIONS

By ALMA HARPER GARDENIA ART FEDERATED CLUB

February 19, 2026

Black History is rich with achievements that have shaped our society across various fields, including politics, arts, science, and social justice. The achievements of Black individuals throughout hist...

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Birthday bash hits all the right notes

By LENORE BECHTEL

February 19, 2026

A crowded audience filled the Plumb Theatre on Feb. 7, including several members of the Maloy family prepared to sing alongside their father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Paul Maloy. The evenin...

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McPeak’s Be A Champ show cattle and lamb camp is celebrating 45 years

February 19, 2026

Generations of showmen have attended this camp! Geared for 4-H and FFA student 5th -12th grade. Students have attended from 44 different states and even Canada! Your showing experience isn’t complete ...

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Paws N Claws Pet Pantry sets new hours of operation

February 19, 2026

The Paws N Claws Pet Pantry located at the Eufaula Indian Journal has set new hours of operation -Monday through Friday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Those in need of cat food or dog food from the pantry may ...

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Letters

February 19, 2026

James Finck’s last piece is leaning towards fascism. I don’t know anyone who thinks Trump didn’t win the election, but we do know he got beat in 2020 and instigated an insurrection. The first thing he...

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Bill to protect First Responders advances unanimously

By Rep. Hays

February 19, 2026

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Neil Hays, R-Checotah, secured unanimous approval today in the House Civil Judiciary Committee for House Bill 4260, a measure aimed at strengthening workers’ compensation protecti...

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Death often defines us for the good

February 19, 2026

Death is an inevitable part of life but I have learned by loving the living that their death often defines us. I have lost many family members and friends during my life. In the last two weeks I have ...

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EOSC Honor Rolls announced

February 19, 2026

WILBURTON – Eastern Oklahoma State College has announced honor rolls for the fall 2025 semester. There were 153 students named to the President’s Honor Roll, which requires a 4.0 grade point average i...

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Committee Work Continues

By REP. TIM TURNER

February 19, 2026

The second week of the legislative session was devoted primarily to committee work. Several of my bills passed this first step in the legislative process. House Bill 3759 passed the Appropriations and...