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Walters to head teachers’ anti-union
October 2, 2025
Dallas — Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters has been named incoming Chief Executive Officer of the Teacher Freedom Alliance, a new national organization founded by the Freedom Foundation that ...
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Davis named Sister of the Year
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Davis named Sister of the Year
October 2, 2025
Members of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority recently named Shirley Davis 2025 Sister of the Year. A 47-year member, Shirley actively promotes all activities and has opened her home frequently for meetings thro...
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Meet the team behind the OICA
October 2, 2025
We are excited to reintroduce the dedicated team behind the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy, including some new staff members who recently joined our mission. Our staff is committed to championi...
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OICA Board of Directors
October 2, 2025
• Amanda Mullins, J.D., President • Axay Parekh, Vice President • Samonia Byford, Secretary • Terry Boehrer, Treasurer • Sandy Foster, Governance Chair • Bruce Schultz, President Emeritus • Laura Choa...
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Ward reels in $20,000 check
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Ward reels in $20,000 check
October 2, 2025
An Oklahoma fishing guide from the Lake Texoma area was the winner of the 2025 Crappie Masters National Championship held Sept. 26-27 at Lake Eufaula. Kayle Ward took home $20,000 for his efforts. Win...
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October 7 proclaimed Oklahoma Warriors Honor Flight Day
October 2, 2025
Oklahoma City – Governor Kevin Stitt has officially proclaimed October 7 as “Oklahoma Warriors Honor Flight Day” in recognition of the extraordinary service of Oklahoma veterans and the nonprofit that...
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Oklahoma schools prepare for possible funding losses for programs for underprivileged and high-risk students
By LEAH SMITH GAYLORD NEWS 
October 2, 2025
WASHINGTON – Oklahoma schools are preparing for the potential dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education and the effects that could have on special needs students. In March, President Trump signe...
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Monarch butterflies on the move
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Monarch butterflies on the move
October 2, 2025
OKLAHOMA CITY — Monarch butterflies are making their way through Oklahoma as part of their awe-inspiring fall migration — a 2,000–3,000-mile journey from the northern U.S. and Canada to the mountain f...
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Cosmic Crashers: ATLAS Hosts, Six Comets Gatecrash the Solar System
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Cosmic Crashers: ATLAS Hosts, Six Comets Gatecrash the Solar System
By MICHAEL BARNES 
October 2, 2025
When 3I/ATLAS first showed up, astronomers yawned. No tail, no glow, no drama. But as it neared the Sun, ATLAS lit up like a woodburning stove, its tail stretching for millions of miles and its corona...
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LEA hosts Annual Golf Tournament
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LEA hosts Annual Golf Tournament
October 2, 2025
The Lake Eufaula Association held its annual Golf Tournament on Friday, September 26 at the beautiful Arrowhead Golf Course, and it was a huge success from start to finish. The day’s winners were: • 1...
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McIntosh County District Court Report
October 2, 2025
Fanelli, Joseph James: larceny of merchandise from retailer Fish, Kyle William: driving a m/v under the influence of alc Key, Michael Shannon: larceny of automobile, aircraft or other m/v Langley, Car...
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Community rallies at Rett Walk & 5K Run
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Community rallies at Rett Walk & 5K Run
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
September 25, 2025
It seemed the entire community of Checotah rallied for Elaina Donahue’s 2nd Annual Rett Walk & 5K Run this past Saturday. The Checotah Sports Complex was full of locals and visitors from afar who hear...
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Walking Out of Darkness, one step at a time
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Walking Out of Darkness, one step at a time
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
September 25, 2025
A community is walking out of darkness, one step at a time. What started out as one family’s mission to bring awareness to suicide has become a resounding mission for many within the McIntosh County a...
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He’s the Neal McCoy
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He’s the Neal McCoy
By RENEE DUKE 
September 25, 2025
I can say, I feel that fall is just around the corner for us! The early mornings are cool and crisp. I love all things fall! It is also that time of year for me to head to Texas. Why you ask? It is al...
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Local student receives national honors
September 25, 2025
The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) today announced student Dylan Johnson from Checotah, has been selected to become a member of the esteemed organization. The Society recognizes top ...
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Candidate for 2025 Miss Indian Oklahoma
September 25, 2025
Miss Janaya McIntosh of Eufaula is a candidate for the upcoming 2025 Miss Indian Oklahoma pageant. The Oklahoma Federation of Indian Women (OFIW) pageants offer young Native American women a chance to...
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Sallisaw man pleads guilty to obscenity charges
September 25, 2025
Ryan Troy Dick pled guilty Thursday, Sept. 18, in McIntosh County District Court to charges of “nonconsensual dissemination of private sexual images” and “recording, distributing and transmitting obsc...
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Big Breakfast Fundraiser
September 25, 2025
Oct. 4 from 7 a.m. -10 a.m. $10 Donation Farm Fresh Eggs, Blue & Gold Sausage, Pancakes, Homemade from scratch Biscuits & Gravy, Orange Juice & Coffee Checotah Masonic Lodge #86 625 W. Gentry, Checota...
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Coleman twirling for TU
September 25, 2025
McIntosh County native Sydney Coleman is the feature twirler for the University of Tulsa. The Tulsa Sound Marching Band lit up the field Saturday night with a dazzling performance that matched the ene...
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Warrant issued in child-vaping case
By JERRY FINK MANAGING EDITOR 
September 25, 2025
A warrant has been issued for the arrest of Donte Jordan Smith, 32, of Tulsa following his failure to appear at a hearing on a charge of enabling child abuse last week. Smith and Rachael Lane, 28, of ...
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Christmas classics shine in counties lighted parades
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Christmas classics shine in counties lighted parades
By SHAUNA BELYEU GENERAL MANAGER 
December 11, 2025
Streets were packed down Broadway in Checotah and Main Street in Eufaula as lights sparkled with holiday magic and the county kicked off the holiday season with two annual Lighted Christmas Parades. B...
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Shop with a Cop Dec. 105 11,12
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Shop with a Cop Dec. 105 11,12
December 11, 2025
The 12th Annual McIntosh County Law Enforcement Shop with a COP event will take place this week on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Law enforcement officers, in partnership with school districts, will ...
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Driver killed after hitting deer
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Driver killed after hitting deer
December 11, 2025
An unidentified motorist was killed after striking a deer and then a second vehicle on SH 16 in Muskogee County Friday. According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, after the car struck the deer the vehi...
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School election filing period ends
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School election filing period ends
December 11, 2025
Just as the filing ended for school elections, Eufaula bent Kenny Bumgarner an nounced his resignation. Bumgarner, 55, represent ed seat 2. The board will ap point someone to fill his un expired term....
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Eufaula launches search for City Planner to guide growth
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Eufaula launches search for City Planner to guide growth
By SHAUNA BELYEU GENERAL MANAGER 
December 11, 2025
The City of Eufaula is taking a major step toward shaping its long-term future by launching the recruitment for its first-ever City Planner, a move that city leaders believe is vital to supporting res...
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