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HALLOTHANKSMAS… the craziest time of the year!
News
October 24, 2024
HALLOTHANKSMAS… the craziest time of the year!

Halloween Bash

Saturday, Oct. 26 from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Checotah High Courtyard Tickets 2 for $1 Haunted Hallway/ Carnival Games/ Bingo/ Trick or Treat Hallway

3rd Annual Zombie Ball

Saturday, Oct. 26 from 6 p.m.- 9 p.m.

319 W. Gentry Ave., Checotah Perk All-inclusive wristbands will get you family-friendly games, candy, karaoke and a terror-ific body part buffet.

Hallobaloo Carlton Landing Foundation Fall Festival

Saturday, Oct. 26 from 4 p.m. -7 p.m.

Trick or Treat/ Bounce Houses/ Games/ Bubble Braids/Extreme Animals/Live Music/ Ve nd or s / Fo o d Trucks / Chili Cookoff Open to the Public

Checotah Chamber of Commerce Downtown Trunk or Treat Extravaganza

Downtown businesses are decorating the trunks of their vehicles as kids trick or treat downtown and around town Thursday, Oct. 31 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Lake Eufaula State Park Haunted Trail

Every Saturday in October Also the first weekend in Nov. Dark until 10 p.m. Get your SPOOK ON!

For more info: 918– 689-5311

Wicked Wood Haunt

Open every Friday and Saturday in October From 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Also open Halloween night 418580 Texanna Rd, Eufaula Concession stands with gooey treats and slimy drinks

Haunted Husky Halfway House

The Husky Halfway House, at 121130 S. 4180 Road, in Eufaula, will host a “Howl-o-ween” party from noon till 9 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 31.

There will be 30 treat stations, glow sticks, candy, toys and books.

Groups are welcome; volunteers needed.

Husky Halfway House is an Oklahoma- based 501(c)(3) site-based animal rescue nonprofit. They rescue, rehab, and rehome Siberian huskies and Alaskan malamutes from high-kill shelters, puppy mills, the streets and other abusive situations throughout the United States.

Eufaula Downtown Merchant Trick or Treat Thursday, Oct. 31 from 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Pop With A Cop plus other fun activities Downtown Main Street, Eufaula Eufaula Area Chamber of Commerce

Calvary Baptist Church Harvest Gathering Sunday, Nov. 3 from 1 – 3 p.m.

Food/Games/Inflatables/ Pie Walk/ Hayride/Fun/Fellowship Hwy 150 – One mile W off of Hwy 69

Checotah First United Methodist Church Christmas Sale Join us for a jolly good time!

Nov. 5, 6 & 7 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. 419 W. Gentry Ave. Christmas Décor, Clothing, Toys, Houseware, Jewelry, Shoes & More

Checotah First United Methodist Church Christmas Silent Auction Decorated Trees, Wreathes, Gift Sets and More!

Sat., Nov. 16 from 10 a.m. – Noon 419 West Gentry Ave.

Refreshments will be served.

All proceeds benefit the Checotah Methodist Mission Food Pantry.

CAG Holiday Art & Craft Show & Sale Checotah Art Guild will host their 4th annual Art & Craft Holiday Show & Sale Saturday, Nov. 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

116 N. Broadway, Checotah at the Heartland Heritage Museum & Gallery There will be cash prizes and ribbons awarded.

Plus $5 photos with Santa.

Call 405-570-3569 for more details to enter or set up a booth.

Checotah Chamber of Commerce Lighted Christmas Parade Monday, Dec. 2 at

7 p.m.

Theme: All I Want For Christmas Float Competition with Prizes Downtown Checotah –Line up at CMS Call 918-473-2070 to sign up.

Winter storm slams most of the U.S.
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Winter storm slams most of the U.S.
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
January 29, 2026
A winter storm that felt more like an arctic blast slammed locals and most of the U.S. Though it wasn’t fit for man nor beast in the frigid temperatures local children made the most of it with their s...
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No. 9 Eufaula Ironheads rally past No. 18 Muldrow Bulldogs to win Checotah Crossroads Classic Championship, 60-53
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No. 9 Eufaula Ironheads rally past No. 18 Muldrow Bulldogs to win Checotah Crossroads Classic Championship, 60-53
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January 29, 2026
The No. 9 Eufaula Ironheads (15-3) capped off a thrilling comeback to capture the Checotah Crossroads Classic Championship with a 60-53 victory over the No. 18 Muldrow Bulldogs on Saturday. It was the...
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Waiting out the storm together
By MICHAEL BARNES 
January 29, 2026
In the days before the storm, I realized that winter doesn’t just test your supplies — it tests how much you’re willing to think beyond yourself. Around that same time, my neighbors and I started talk...
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Fugitive arrested in Eufaula
January 29, 2026
The Eufaula Police Department served a warrant at a residence in the Lakehurst Addition within the City of Eufaula on Jan. 22. The warrant was served as part of an ongoing investigation. The suspect, ...
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Warrant issued for man who failed to appear in court
January 29, 2026
A bench warrant has been issued for a 27-year-old McIntosh County man who failed to appear in court for a hearing held on Dec. 18, 2025. Arnold Willard Carey Jr. forfeited his $50,000 bond. He is char...
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Family mourns loss of son shot on security duty
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
January 29, 2026
Funeral services were held January 21 for SunJun July, as his family laid him to rest at Greenlawn Cemetery in Checotah. He would have turned 23 this month on January 22 but was shot and killed Januar...
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By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
January 29, 2026
The Checotah Fire Department held their annual appreciation firefighter dinner on January 17, sponsored by Richard Tyler and Tyler Mountain BBQ. Firefighters and their families enjoyed an evening of g...
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Oklahoma P.E.O. Chapter BX, Checotah honored
lifestyle
Oklahoma P.E.O. Chapter BX, Checotah honored
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
January 29, 2026
Oklahoma P.E.O. Chapter BX, Checotah was recently honored with a proclamation from Mayor Daniel Tarkington at the last Checotah City Council for their “longstanding commitment to providing financial a...
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January is School Board Recognition Month
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January is School Board Recognition Month
January 29, 2026
January is School Board Recognition Month and Checotah Public Schools truly appreciates their school board. “This is an opportunity to build community awareness and understanding of the crucial role a...
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Green Country CattleWomen announce new board
January 29, 2026
Green Country CattleWomen announced their new board as they wrapped up two years with their former board that they express their gratitude of exceptional leadership and support. The former board inclu...
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When protest threatens democracy
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When protest threatens democracy
January 29, 2026
For me, one of the most important issues we face moving forward is our respect for law and democracy. Whether one agrees with it or not, ICE (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement) is a legal feder...
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