Corvette caravans cruise through Checotah

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September 5, 2024

By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER

A small caravan of Corvettes cruised through Checotah recently on their way to the National Corvette Museum.

More than 8,000 Corvettes descended on the National Corvette Museum from all points around the world. The National Corvette Caravan was a celebration of America’s Sports Car, hosted once every five years.

The Caravan was scheduled for Labor Day Weekend and marked the Museum’s 30th Anniversary. Regional caravans, like this one from Texas, formed and joined other caravans as they traveled across the United States to meet in Bowling Green, Kentucky for four days of festivities at the National Corvette Museum.

This couple from Texas was part of the Lone Star Corvette Club.

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NFL and Checotah great Tracy Scroggins passes away at age 56

By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR

February 12, 2026

Tracy Scroggins, a standout defensive end and linebacker for the Detroit Lions, and a beloved figure in eastern Oklahoma football, passed away last week in Florida at the age of 56. Born September 11,...

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Plan to attend the Checotah Chamber Banquet

February 12, 2026

Make plans to attend the Checotah Chamber Banquet on Feb. 24 at 6 p.m. at the First Free Will Baptist Family Life Center, located at 713 N. Broadway. This year Tyler Mountain BBQ will be catering the ...

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Shamrocks, sneakers and shenanigans

February 12, 2026

The 5th Annual Eufaula Green Run 5K returns Saturday, March 14, inviting runners, walkers and costume-wearers of all ages to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the Eufaula way: lakeside, lively and dressed i...

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Locks of love

By SHAUNA BELYEU GENERAL MANAGER

February 12, 2026

Many people drive right past it without even knowing it’s there. Just off the path at Lake Eufaula State Park, a small fountain bubbles, almost unnoticed. But stop for a moment and you’ll see what’s r...

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2026 BLACK HISTORY MONTH THEME: A CENTURY OF BLACK HISTORYCOMMEMORATIONS

By ALMA HARPER GARDENIA ART FEDERATED CLUB

February 12, 2026

February is known as Black History Month. Black History Month started as Negro History Week by Carter G. Woodson in 1826. Dr. Woodson was concerned that the contributions of Black Americans were overl...

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Don Campbell celebrates turning 90

By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER

February 12, 2026

On Saturday, Feb. 7, family and friends of Don Campbell met at the Checotah Community Center to help him celebrate his 90th birthday. The center was buzzing with laughter and stories of yesteryear as ...

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Eufaula Local Livestock Show and Premium Sale set for Feb. 14

February 12, 2026

The Eufaula Local Livestock Show and Premium Sale will be held Saturday, Feb. 14, at the McIntosh County Fairgrounds. The livestock show will begin at 9 a.m., followed by the premium dinner at 5:30 p....

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Abner Haynes

By By Michael Barnes

February 12, 2026

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An Enchanted Night Under the Lights

February 12, 2026

April 11 from 8 p.m. -11 p.m. Prom tickets on sale now in Mrs. Ortiz Room 220 until March 13 for $40. Must be academically eligible to purchase and attend.

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Pet Pantry has new hours of operation

February 12, 2026

Due to the overwhelming success of the Paws N Claws Community Pet Pantry new hours of operation will be Monday through Friday AFTERNOONS ONLY from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. This is in efforts to not interfere ...

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18th Annual Chili Cook-Off set for Feb. 28

February 12, 2026

It’s time to pull out those famous family chili recipes and see if you have what it takes to win this year’s 18th Annual Chili Cook-Off set for Saturday, Feb. 28 at the First Free Will Baptist Life Ce...