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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.

3 generations of Freemasonry
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3 generations of Freemasonry
January 1, 2026
The Killingsworths boasts of three generations of Freemasonry and were more than proud when their third family member, Tylor Killingsworth, made Worshipful Master this past month. Andy Killingsworth w...
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2025: A Year in Review
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2025: A Year in Review
January 1, 2026
As we look back on 2025, our hearts are full of gratitude for the opportunity to tell the stories of McIntosh County. Each week, it has been our privilege to shine a light on the people who make this ...
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Steele pleads guilty to robbery
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Steele pleads guilty to robbery
By JERRY FINK MANAGING EDITOR 
January 1, 2026
Dallas Allen Steele, 38, Checotah, has pled guilty to robbery with a weapon and possession of a firearm after a former felony conviction. On Dec. 10, Associate District Judge Brendon Bridges sentenced...
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A lost yearbook finds its way home after decades
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A lost yearbook finds its way home after decades
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
January 1, 2026
What began as a routine cleanup turned into a meaningful reunion when Greg Campbell discovered a longlost high school yearbook and set out to return it to its rightful owner. While cleaning up a house...
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We all need Jesus
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We all need Jesus
January 1, 2026
Another year around the sun and as I turned 57 on Dec. 30 I realize that no matter how old we get – we all need Jesus. Though the world may label us old, out dated or off our rockers, the truth is wit...
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A very busy 2025 for children
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A very busy 2025 for children
By JOE DORMAN, OICA CEO 
January 1, 2026
OKLAHOMA CITY – It is hard to believe that 2025 has come to an end. For those of us at the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA), I must say that our work felt incredibly important this year wi...
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Merit vs. equity in college football
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Merit vs. equity in college football
January 1, 2026
Now that the playoffs are set, it’s worth taking a moment to understand the flaws and biases built into the college football ranking system. While fairness may be an interesting word, I’m someone who ...
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Bear Arms Mfg. opens its doors
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Bear Arms Mfg. opens its doors
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
January 1, 2026
Bear Arms Manufacturing opened their doors in December with the Checotah Chamber of Commerce hosting a ribbon-cutting on Dec. 22. The business, located at 301 W. Gentry, is owned and operated by Barre...
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Eufaula and Checotah compete with the best in the Oklahoma Secondary Schools Athletic Association (OSSAA) State Track and Field meet at Plainview High School
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Eufaula and Checotah compete with the best in the Oklahoma Secondary Schools Athletic Association (OSSAA) State Track and Field meet at Plainview High School
January 1, 2026
The Eufaula Ironheads and Checotah Wildcats competed in the OSSAA State Track and Field meet Friday at Plainview High School. Eufaula Freshman Leah Green finished 11th in the state in the Class 4A 200...
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Oktaha Lady Tigers win Class 2A State Fast-Pitch Softball Championship
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Oktaha Lady Tigers win Class 2A State Fast-Pitch Softball Championship
January 1, 2026
The Oktaha Lady Tigers made history twice this season. After battling through 16 innings in a 1-0 win over Pocola, tying for the third-longest game in state fast-pitch history. Oktaha achieved their d...
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Oklahoma State fires Mike Gundy
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Oklahoma State fires Mike Gundy
January 1, 2026
Oklahoma State University head football coach Mike Gundy has been fired after more than two decades at the helm of the Cowboys, the school announced Tuesday. The move ends a tenure that once positione...
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