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HALLOTHANKSMAS… the craziest time of the year!
News
October 31, 2024
HALLOTHANKSMAS… the craziest time of the year!

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-oween” 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 Oklahomabased 501(c)(3) site-based animal rescue nonprofit that rescues, rehabs, and rehomes 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.

World Champion Fighting Bull found dead
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World Champion Fighting Bull found dead
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
January 15, 2026
A legendary, world-champion freestyle fighting bull named “Hugh Hefner” from Penthouse Fighting Bulls, was tragically shot and killed in Oklahoma. Hugh was known as a dominant, blackcoated bull feared...
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Eufaula Ironheads crowned Warner Eagles Cherokee Classic Champions
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Eufaula Ironheads crowned Warner Eagles Cherokee Classic Champions
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
January 15, 2026
The No. 8 Eufaula Ironheads (11-2) were crowned Warner Eagles Cherokee Classic Champions Saturday after dismantling the No. 3 Okay Mustangs 60-47. Eufaula continues to be a fun team to watch. They’re ...
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Muscogee Nation files lawsuit against state of Oklahoma over hunting, fishing license for tribal members
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
January 15, 2026
The Muscogee Nation is suing the State of Oklahoma over whether tribal members need a state license to hunt or fish on land within the Five Tribes’ reservations. The Okmulgee-based tribe has filed a c...
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Area schools have room for improvement
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Area schools have room for improvement
By LYNN ADAMS SPECIAL TO THE EUFAULA INDIAN JOURNAL 
January 15, 2026
The day report cards come out at school is often rife with anxiety for students. Did I do as well as I think I did? In areas with room for improvement, did I succeed? Students aren’t the only ones who...
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ANNUAL DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. EVENTS
January 15, 2026
CELEBRATION – Jan. 18 The Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration will be held on Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 3 p.m., Mt. Olive Star Baptist Church, located at 413665 E. 1080 Rd., Checotah;...
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Checotah Masonic Lodge #86 Pork Loin Dinner Fundraiser
January 15, 2026
To support the Checotah 4H and FFA Booster Club Sunday, January 18 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. $12 donation per plate 625 W. Gentry Ave. Checotah, OK
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Don’t miss the 2026 Annual Women’s Conference January 16-17
January 15, 2026
Friday Conference: 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Saturday Breakfast: 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Conference: 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Ages 13 and up Checotah First Free Will Baptist Church 713 N. Broadway St., Checota...
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Eufaula Chamber of Commerce welcomes Tim Turner as new executive director
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Eufaula Chamber of Commerce welcomes Tim Turner as new executive director
January 15, 2026
SHAUNA BELYEU GENERAL MANAGER The Eufaula Area Chamber of Commerce has welcomed Tim Turner as its new executive director, a role he officially assumed on Jan. 1. “Tim brings fresh perspective and ener...
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Plans for 18th Annual Chili Cook-Off underway
January 15, 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 Checotah Community Center. The ...
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Senseless killings still seen by a sovereign God
Opinion
Senseless killings still seen by a sovereign God
January 15, 2026
Every day I turn on the news I hear of more senseless killings. Headlines read “A senseless act” when a 15-year-old shoots and kills an Uber driver on New Year’s Day. One was working a holiday to make...
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Opinion
Lankford, Cornyn, and Colleagues introduce Stop Illegal Aliens Drunk Driving Act
January 15, 2026
WASH INGTON, DC — US Senators James Lankford (R-OK), John Cornyn (R-TX), and colleagues today introduced the Stop Illegal Aliens Drunk Driving Act, which would strengthen current immigration laws to e...
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