logo
Login Subscribe
Google Play App Store
  • News
    • Obituaries
    • Lifestyle
    • Opinion
  • Sports
  • E-edition
  • Public Notices
  • Calendar
  • Archives
  • Contact
    • Contact Us
    • Advertisers
    • Form Submission
    • About Us
    • News
      • Obituaries
      • Lifestyle
      • Opinion
    • Sports
    • E-edition
    • Public Notices
    • Calendar
    • Archives
    • Contact
      • Contact Us
      • Advertisers
      • Form Submission
      • About Us
News
State leaders face dilemma in addressing class sizes
February 14, 2019
A temporary measure allowing schools to exceed class-size limits without financial penalties will automatically end in five months unless the Legislature acts this session. But none of the solutions a...
this is a test
News
Grant supports new training program for Native Americans interested in museum careers
February 14, 2019
For much of the 20th century, Native Americans viewed modern museums as places where their cultural objects were displayed and interpreted by voices that were not their own. Times are changing and tod...
this is a test
News
Checotah Police Report
February 14, 2019
Feb. 4, 2019 – Feb. 11 Courtney Marie Blair: petit larceny C hristopher Dewayne Prater: fail to obey traffic light C larence Lee Pierce: public intoxication; possession of paraphernalia K evin Lee Spe...
this is a test
News
Letters Policy
February 14, 2019
The staff of The McIntosh County Democrat welcomes Letters to the Editor on subjects of interest to our readers. Short letters are most likely selected for publication, but the use of any material is ...
this is a test
News
School Board candidate filing set to begin Monday, Dec. 3
February 14, 2019
The candidate filing period for the Board of Education in McIntosh County school districts is Dec. 3, 4 and 5, County Election Board Secretary Carole Hayes announced. All candidate filings will occur ...
this is a test
News
Checotah Warrants
February 14, 2019
Ake, Roger M. Allen, Edmond Monte Allen, Justin Lee Almeida, Louis Ernest III Anderson, Teddy Bruce Arnold, Charles Wayne Bahe, Mandy Gail Baker, Jerry Beal Banks, Larra Kaytlyn Baumann, Staci Raye Be...
this is a test
News
Court Report
February 14, 2019
Felony Cases F redrick Cody Burkhalter: Unauthorized use of a vehicle C assandra Jo Bussey: Enabling child abuse by injury; harboring a fugitive from justice; interference with emergency telephone cal...
this is a test
News
Marijuana dispensary permit fee set at $1,250
February 14, 2019
The Checotah City Council voted Monday to set permit fees for marijuana dispensaries at $1,250 and to charge caregivers $20 for a state card. Two unidentified people in attendance at the meeting, who ...
this is a test
Medicaid work proposal could prove a high hurdle for ex-felons
News
Medicaid work proposal could prove a high hurdle for ex-felons
February 14, 2019
Like many other Oklahomans who have a criminal conviction, Lena Chatmon has struggled to rebuild her life since pleading guilty to motor vehicle-related and larceny charges in 2017. Chatmon, 21, who ...
this is a test
Chilly weather for Chili Cook-Off
News
Chilly weather for Chili Cook-Off
February 14, 2019
Cooler weather is here and it’s just in time as competition is heating up for some serious chili cooking. Yes, it’s time for the 12th annual Checotah Chili Cook-Off sponsored by the Heartland Heritage...
this is a test
News
Checotah News
February 14, 2019
Black Heritage Celebration The Morning Star Baptist Church, west of Checotah, 412055 E. 1070 Rd., will celebrated Black History Month on Sunday, Feb. 17. Guest speaker will be Minister Michael Logan, ...
this is a test
Ball enters blind plead to rape, kidnapping charges
News
Ball enters blind plead to rape, kidnapping charges
February 14, 2019
A first-degree rape and kidnapping trial that was to get underway Monday was called off Friday when the defendant entered a blind plea of guilty. A blind plea is a guilty plea without a set sentence. ...
this is a test
News
Bill to align poultry standards with U.S. Department of Ag?s
February 7, 2019
OKLAHOMA CITY – Legislation has been filed to bring Oklahoma’s poultry laws in line with U.S. Department of Agriculture standards. Sen. Ron Sharp (R-Shawnee) authored Senate Bill 995 to provide small ...
this is a test
Don?t let pantry pests ?bug? you
News
Don?t let pantry pests ?bug? you
February 7, 2019
STILLWATER – When the weather is cold and limiting outdoor activities, it is a good time to tackle some house cleaning projects you may have been putting on the back burner. Cleaning out your pantry i...
this is a test
News
Checotah resident injured In Caddo County accident
February 7, 2019
Checotah resident Seth L. McKibben, 22, was injured in a single-vehicle accident in Caddo County on Jan. 28. According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, McKibben was driving a 2004 Dodge 1500 westbound ...
this is a test
News
Thompson appointed to Opiod Commission
February 7, 2019
Sen. Roger Thompson and Rep. Chris Kannady have been named to the Oklahoma Commission on Opioid Abuse, replacing two legislative members who did not run for re-election last year. Oklahoma Attorney Ge...
this is a test
Legacy Keepers R Us to present ?Where the Legends Went? at Honey Springs
News
Legacy Keepers R Us to present ?Where the Legends Went? at Honey Springs
February 7, 2019
RENTIESVILLE – Legacy Keepers R Us founders ShIronbutterfly Ray and Oscar Ray Sr. will present “Where the Legends Went” at 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16 at the Honey Springs Battlefield and Visitor Center...
this is a test
Civil War diary by Union soldier attracts enthusiasts to presentation at Honey Springs Battlefield
News
Civil War diary by Union soldier attracts enthusiasts to presentation at Honey Springs Battlefield
February 7, 2019
RENTIESVILLE - More than 60 Civil War buffs attended a recent presentation at Honey Springs Battlefield and Visitor Center by Prof. Tom Wing. Wing conducted a program based upon the Civil War diary o...
this is a test
Scholarships announced for first tribally affiliated medical school
News
Scholarships announced for first tribally affiliated medical school
February 7, 2019
TULSA – Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences (OSU CHS) announced the establishment of multiple scholarship funds totaling $475,000. The funds come from the Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw N...
this is a test
News
Woman pleads guilty to harboring fugitive
February 7, 2019
A 33-year-old McIntosh County woman pled guilty last week to harboring a fugitive and resisting an officer. Lacey Annette Smith was sentenced by District Judge Mike Hogan to three years in prison on e...
this is a test
  • 1
  • …
  • 409
  • 410
  • 411
  • …
  • 442
ePaper
coogle_play
app_store
Editor Picks
Eufaula steamrolls Beggs 82-51 in season opener
B: Sports, Sports...
Eufaula steamrolls Beggs 82-51 in season opener
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
December 11, 2025
In an offensive display that hasn’t been seen since Bradley Campbell was head coach at Eufaula, the Ironheads (1-0) rolled over Beggs 82-51 on senior night. Newly hired Eufaula head coach Grant Callis...
this is a test
Christmas classics shine in counties lighted parades
A: Main, News...
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...
this is a test
A: Main, News...
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 ...
this is a test
A: Main, News...
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...
this is a test
A: Main, News...
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....
this is a test
Facebook
Twitter
Tweets
Twitter
Tweets

MCINTOSH COUNTY DEMOCRAT
300-A S. Broadway
Checotah, OK
74426

(918) 473-2313

This site complies with ADA requirements

© 2023 Mcintosh Democrat

  • Contact
  • Privacy
  • Accessibility Policy