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Canadian County lawman opposes SQ 805
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Canadian County lawman opposes SQ 805
October 22, 2020
State Question 805 has been described as criminal justice reform. However, this state question will allow predators, like those targeting our children with computers/ cell phones will be given a secon...
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A note of gratitude from the county assessor
October 22, 2020
County Assessor Trina Williams posted the following message, praising her staff for a perfect score in the recent audit of the office: “I have to take a minute to brag on my office staff for a job wel...
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We must be the enemies of apathy and distraction
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We must be the enemies of apathy and distraction
October 22, 2020
As we approach Election Day, my own sense of frustration mounts with the extreme negativity. Social media is full of people posting falsehoods and destructive sentiments about one side or the other to...
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Thank you for the prayers and support
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Thank you for the prayers and support
October 22, 2020
Nine months ago, my family was rocked when our son Jim suffered a traumatic brain injury in a wrestling accident. In less than one day, Jim went from being an elite athlete at a high school learning l...
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Downtown Halloween needs participants
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Downtown Halloween needs participants
October 22, 2020
On Saturday, October 31, from 5 to 7 p.m., come celebrate Downtown Halloween with the City of Checotah. Set up will be along Gentry west of the stoplight on the south side of the street and along Broa...
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Worse than death
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Worse than death
October 22, 2020
I used to think that death was the hardest thing in life that anyone had to deal with or come to terms with but now I know there are things worse than death. Really the hardest thing to deal with is l...
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Under One Roof Christmas Decorations fundraiser
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Under One Roof Christmas Decorations fundraiser
October 22, 2020
Under One Roof is conducting a fundraiser this year, selling Christmas decorations that are both beautiful and smell great. Orders have to be in by Oct. 30. Delivery will be the week of Nov. 16-20. T...
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Band finishes marching competition with class
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Band finishes marching competition with class
October 22, 2020
The Class of Checotah ended their marching season competitions on Tuesday, Oct. 13 and what a superior season of bringing home 1st place in so many divisions. Color Guard Dir./Asst. Band Dir. Ashley ...
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AFR Youth Program launches public speaking tutorials following contest cancellation
October 22, 2020
If 2020 were a normal year, the American Farmers & Ranchers/Oklahoma Farmers Union (AFR/OFU) Cooperative would be planning its annual AFR Youth Speech Contest. Agriculture students statewide would be ...
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Budget breakdown
October 15, 2020
You know it’s a great day in Oklahoma when you’re traveling, and all you can see are orange pylons. Even though road construction can be a bit of an inconvenience, it’s a sign that our state is invest...
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Service academies recruit the best and brightest
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Service academies recruit the best and brightest
October 15, 2020
As a Member of Congress, I have the honor of nominating students to our country’s prestigious service academies. Attending a service academy is an invaluable experience that shapes young men and women...
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Breonna Taylor
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Breonna Taylor
October 15, 2020
The death of Breonna Taylor is tragic. The argument has been made for many of the recent shootings that if the victims had not broken the law or had not resisted arrest they would not have been shot. ...
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Settling for less
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Settling for less
October 15, 2020
Sometimes in life we settle for less or second best. I thought a lot about this as I watched our presidential debates and contemplated the lesser evil to choose for the President and Vice President of...
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Capitol update
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Capitol update
October 15, 2020
Election Day is right around the corner, and it’s important to ensure your vote is counted. Keeping American values is critical in the face of attempts by socialism to take over. The Nov. 3 election w...
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October is National Residents? Rights Month
October 8, 2020
The Nursing Home Reform Act has required every nursing home to provide quality care for their residents since 1987, ensuring they have freedom to make their own choices, the right to self-determinatio...
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State question analysis
October 8, 2020
Two state questions will appear on the Nov. 3 general election ballot. State Question 805 was placed on the ballot by gathering signatures from citizens; State Question 814 was referred to a vote of t...
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Oklahoma centenarians celebrate October birthdays
October 8, 2020
Christine Phillips of Kingfisher will celebrate her 111th birthday this month. Other centenarians celebrating October birthdays include: Ruth Keister 101 Tulsa Walter Horton 101 Comanche Marianne Manu...
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Checotah stories from the past
October 8, 2020
114 Years Ago: Checotah Times • June 8, 1906 WILL REBUILD STORE Ira Marsh’s Drug Store Will be Replaced Soon Ira Marsh’s drug store, which was completely destroyed by the early Friday morning of last ...
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Our commitment to America
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Our commitment to America
October 8, 2020
While Speaker Pelosi and the socialist Left are trying to defund our law enforcement, destroy our economy and dismantle our institutions, Republicans are fighting for our country. We will restore our ...
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Attorney opposes SQ 805
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Attorney opposes SQ 805
October 8, 2020
I currently serve as the District Attorney appointee to the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board. The mission of the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board is to reduce the number of domestic viol...
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SHAUNA BELYEU GENERAL MANAGER A Checotah couple accused of abusing children in an in-home daycare appeared April 16 in McIntosh County District Court for a preliminary hearing before Associate Distric...
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Suspect accused of striking patrol car, fleeing deputies before arrest
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