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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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Texanna Lady Crafters
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Texanna Lady Crafters
By HELEN TREMAIN 
September 25, 2025
September is time to update everyone on what is going on at Texanna Lady Crafters. Fall is here, and it is our busiest time of the year. We have our annual fall fundraiser, which is the craft bazaar, ...
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Gospel Fest hits the Plumb this weekend
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Gospel Fest hits the Plumb this weekend
By MATTIE MALOY PLUMB THEATRE 
September 25, 2025
After weeks of anticipation, the Plumb Theatre Gospel Festival takes the outdoor stage this Friday and Saturday, Sept. 26–27! Armbands are just $15, and they cover both nights of soul-stirring, spirit...
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Resource Fair Oct. 2
September 25, 2025
The third annual McIntosh County Resource Fair will be held Thursday, Oct. 2 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the First Free Will Baptist Church, 712 N. Broadway, in Checotah. This is a free event for county ...
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McIntosh County GOP News
By LYNELLE MEDLEY CHAIRMAN 
September 25, 2025
Hello all! This week is our picnic at Nichol’s Point (formerly Peters Point) - we invite you to bring the family and come out and sup with us at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept 25. There will not be any spea...
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Crappie championship this week
September 25, 2025
The Crappie Masters National Championship will take place at Lake Eufaula through Saturday, Sept. 27. The event got underway Wednesday with registration and dinner from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Xtreme RV. ...
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Local artist to be honored at Paseo Arts Awards in November
September 25, 2025
Eufaula artist Pamela Husky is among artists who will be honored during the 19th Annual Paseo Arts Awards Dinner & Silent Auction to be held Nov. 13 in Oklahoma City at the Skirvin Hotel. The PAA’s An...
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Blow out causes Muskogee accident
September 25, 2025
A 36-year-old Webbers Falls resident was injured Monday, Sept. 15, when a tire on the driver’s vehicle blew out causing it to depart the roadway to the left, roll over and come to a stop. The extent o...
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Cherokee veterans 13th ‘Warrior Flight’ met with warm welcome in Washington
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Cherokee veterans 13th ‘Warrior Flight’ met with warm welcome in Washington
By TAYLOR ANN BARNES GAYLORD NEWS 
September 25, 2025
WASHINGTON – Seven Cherokee Nation veterans, including those from the Korean War, Vietnam War, and Operation Just Cause, were honored at national monuments this week for their dedication with a “Warri...
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Alleged arsonist captured after attempting to burn down Freedom House
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Alleged arsonist captured after attempting to burn down Freedom House
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
April 16, 2026
Freedom House staff and residents were not just grateful to first responders but they were grateful to God for His protection and covering during a recent arson attempt on Sunday morning of their resi...
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Annual Spring Citywide Yard Sale May 9
April 16, 2026
The City of Checotah will be hosting its annual Spring Citywide Yard Sale on Saturday, May 9. If you would like to be a part of the citywide yard sale you can text your address or text and ask for a f...
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Community workshop to offer practical parenting tools in Eufaula
April 16, 2026
Families and educators in the Eufaula area will have the opportunity to gain valuable parenting insights at an upcoming free workshop led by a licensed psychologist. Dr. Randleman, PhD, a licensed psy...
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Adopt a Shelter Pet Day is April 30
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Adopt a Shelter Pet Day is April 30
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
April 16, 2026
Each year, National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day on April 30 raises awareness of the thousands of pets awaiting adoption from the shelters and local pounds. Abandoned animals are a growing crisis in Americ...
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Don’t miss the City Wide Spring Trash Off – Saturday, April 18
April 16, 2026
Residents must have a current city water bill to bring items to Heritage Waste or Senior Citizen Center. Trash pickup is available for the elderly and those unable to leave their homes. Call the Chamb...
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