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Mullin says Trump can still win despite pending state and federal indictments
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Mullin says Trump can still win despite pending state and federal indictments
By NATHANIEL PLETCHER GAYLORD NEWS 
September 7, 2023
Oklahoma junior senator Markwayne Mullin said he believes former president Donald Trump can still win the 2024 presidential election, despite two state and two federal indictments. “If you saw polling...
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Bullying prevention starts at home not school
August 31, 2023
Schools across Oklahoma have started back to school in the last two weeks and some students are thrilled to be back in class while others may hate every minute because of bullying. Some schools like o...
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For the Children
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For the Children
By JOE DORMAN CEO-OICA 
August 31, 2023
The Horrors of Human Trafficking Part 2 of 3 OKLAHOMA CITY - Last week, I detailed some key facts and statistics regarding human trafficking. With the conversation going on surrounding the release of ...
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SPEAKING
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SPEAKING
By ?r. James Finck, USAG History Professor 
August 31, 2023
HISTORICALLY ---------------- current events through a historical lens------------------------ Once again news coverage is swamped with allegations of Trump’s criminal activities. This time he is accu...
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For the Children
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For the Children
By JOE DORMAN CEO-OICA 
August 24, 2023
The Horrors of Human Trafficking OKLAHOMA CITY – With the recent release of the movie The Sound of Freedom, the conversation on the horror of human trafficking is growing. The movie, a dramatization, ...
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Comparing apples to pears?
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Comparing apples to pears?
August 24, 2023
We all know the saying “comparing apples to oranges” but what about “apples to pears?” I’m not talking about just any kind of pear but native pears - the ugly, speckled ones that despite their looks a...
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Letters
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Letters
August 24, 2023
Informing citizens Letter to the Editor: In the performance of my duties as McIntosh County Clerk, I (Deena Farrow) would like to inform our citizens of the upcoming improvements to the McIntosh Count...
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This Week at the Capitol
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This Week at the Capitol
By State Rep. Randy Randleman (405) 557-7375 randy.randleman@okhouse.gov 
August 17, 2023
It has been some time since I have released a column, and I want to touch base with my constituents in House District 15. Regarding my health, I would like to let everyone know that I am doing really ...
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Do Not Resuscitate – Beyond the DNR
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Do Not Resuscitate – Beyond the DNR
August 17, 2023
Do Not Resuscitate - possibly some of the harshest words you’ll ever hear and one of the most unnerving legal documents you’ll ever sign. Do Not Resuscitate also known as a “DNR” is simply an advance ...
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Elvis Tribute Aug. 23
August 17, 2023
Legacy on Main Street presents “Matthew Boyce: A Tribute to the King” in a dinner-theater program on Saturday, Aug. 26 at 224 N. Main St., Eufaula. Doors open at 6 p.m. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p...
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For the Children
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For the Children
By JOE DORMAN CEO-OICA 
August 17, 2023
With the start of school, OICA turns to Kid Governor and Fall Forum OKLAHOMA CITY – With the advent of the school year, the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) now turns our attention to our ...
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‘Do Not Resuscitate – Beyond the DNR’
August 17, 2023
Here is my poem: Do not resuscitate or bring back to life? How do we make such a final decision and sign away a precious life? But how is this life when we are now at the point of endless suffering an...
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Generally Speaking
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Generally Speaking
By By Attorney General Gentner Drummond 
August 10, 2023
As your Attorney General, I plan to pen a monthly column to inform you about issues I believe will be of interest to my fellow Oklahomans. My role as the states chief law enforcement officer affects m...
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Programs help families when students return to classroom
By JOE DORMAN CEO-OICA 
August 10, 2023
OKLAHOMA CITY - With the end of summer break, the 2023-24 school year is about to begin for students. In my hometown of Rush Springs, the annual Watermelon Festival held on the second Saturday of Augu...
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Just do something
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Just do something
August 10, 2023
This weekend I finally was able to go out and watch the movie, “Sounds of Freedom.” To say that it was hard to watch is an understatement. It was gutwrenching to realize just how many sick individuals...
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Plumb Theatre News
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Plumb Theatre News
By PAUL & MATTIE MALOY COURTESY 
August 3, 2023
Plumb Theatre wants to take the time to say THANK YOU to the people of the community and surrounding areas for supporting our music shows for the last 20 years! Our Friday night shows now have a new 1...
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Not all heroes wear costumes, but many did at the OICA Heroes Ball
By JOE DORMAN CEO-OICA 
August 3, 2023
For the Children Not all heroes wear costumes, but many did at the OICA Heroes Ball OKLAHOMA CITY - With the conclusion of the annual Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) Heroes Ball, we know ...
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Measuring up
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Measuring up
August 3, 2023
Last week was “Love Week” for my church, Elevation Church with Pastor Steven Furtick. He brought an amazing word from the Lord called “The God Of Also” and he challenged us to do something for someone...
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School-based human services support a vital need in Oklahoma communities
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School-based human services support a vital need in Oklahoma communities
July 27, 2023
For the Children Joe Dorman CEO – OICA OKLAHOMA CITY – I recently had the pleasure of visiting a program in Tahlequah geared toward support of families experiencing great needs. The innovative way in ...
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The dog days of summer
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The dog days of summer
July 27, 2023
Geez is it too hot outside right now! I am definitely not a fan of summer, especially the “Dog Days of Summer” which are from July 3 to August 11 and usually are some of the hottest and unbearable day...
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Mary Isham retires from USPS
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Mary Isham retires from USPS
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
May 8, 2025
Mary Isham retired last week after 20 years with the Checotah Post Office. She started her career with USPS Dec 25, 2004. “I was a stay-at-home mom of four kids until my youngest started school,” Isha...
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Community invited to Memorial Day Service at Greenlawn Cemetery
May 8, 2025
Honoring All Veterans Friday, May 23 at 5 p.m. Veterans Park in Checotah Free Hotdog & Hamburgers Games and Fellowship Compliments of the McIntosh County DAV The DAV Chapter 3 Mc-Intosh County will ho...
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Checotah Schools Dates to Remember
May 8, 2025
May 9 – Kindergarten Graduation May 16 – CIS Track Meet on Football Field May 16 - 9th-12th Awards Assembly at 9 a.m.-10:30 a.m. at PAC May 16 – Emerson Ramsey Talent Show (MS/HS) from 1:30 -2:30 p.m....
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Early voting May 8, 9
May 8, 2025
On May 13 there will be a general election for State Senate District 8 and for Green Country Tech Center Proposition. Early voting for those two elections will be at the Mc-Intosh County Courthouse fr...
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Pooches paraded at Art and Bark in the Park
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Pooches paraded at Art and Bark in the Park
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
May 8, 2025
The first annual Art and Bark in the Park presented by the Checotah Art Guild was a great success! Visitors had fun choosing outfits and accessories to put on their dogs from the large selection provi...
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