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June 1, 2023
COMMUNITY BREAKFAST THIS SATURDAY

Checotah Masonic Lodge #86 Community Breakfast Saturday June 3 from 7 a.m. – 10 a.m. Start the day off with a homemade breakfast consisting of eggs, sausage, pancakes, biscuits & gravy with coffee & orange juice for a $7 Donation. Located at 625 W Gentry, across from the library. The Masonic Lodge thanks everyone for their support and would like to congratulate the Class of 2023!

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