Many parts of Oklahoma experienced the state’s first freezing temperatures during the second week of November. Hard freezes signal a time for gardeners to think about bedding down their pollinators pl...

There was a nice gathering for the Books Sandwiched In program at the Jim Lucas Library on Wednesday, Nov. 14. Lunch was delightful with sandwiches, various salads, and homemade chicken tortilla soup ...

The Checotah Foundation for Academic Excellence Inc. (CFAE) had a great turn out for their annual bean dinner at the Masonic Lodge #86 on Nov. 15. Many fellow teachers and supporters came out to enjoy...

Newly-elect District 15 State Representative Randy Randleman was sworn into office Nov. 15. Joining him at the ceremony on the floor of the House of Representatives were his two granddaughters, Julian...

Oklahoma pre-K through 12th-grade teachers seeking customized professional development opportunities are encouraged to attend information sessions offered in December and January about Fund for Teache...

This year’s Roundup Club Playday season attracted 50 competitors who qualified in the horse riding events, including barrel racing, the flag race, rings, goat and pole bending. The season began on Mar...

STILLWATER – Thirteen new food product creations were unveiled during Oklahoma State University’s Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center’s second annual Food Product Innovation Competition...

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 ...

Oklahoma Farm Bureau members from all 77 counties met in Norman, Oklahoma, Nov. 16-18 for the organization’s 77th annual meeting where they recognized outstanding members with numerous awards,  set or...

Michael Hamilton is a typical kindergartener who loves being in Mandi Loud’s class with his twin brother, James. Unfortunately, Michael is having to miss class right now while he undergoes radiation ...

The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) expects to be able to help local emergency planning committees (LEPCs) with equipment reimbursement opportunities. The funding will be available during th...

There was a nice gathering for the Books Sandwiched In program at the Jim Lucas Library on Wednesday, Nov. 14. Lunch was delightful with sandwiches, various salads, and homemade chicken tortilla soup ...

Ake, Roger M. Allen, Edmond Monte Allen, Justin Lee Almeida, Louis Ernest III Anderson, Teddy Bruce Arnold, Charles Wayne Arnold, Larry Glen Bahe, Mandy Gail Baker, Jerry Beal Banks, Jr., Thomas Leo B...

While holiday festivities bring to mind thoughts of joy and celebration with loved ones, there’s one element of the season that can be a source of stress: gifting. Make this year’s shopping trips a t...

STILLWATER — Dr. John Roy Campbell, the 15th president of the Oklahoma State University, died Nov. 17 at the age of 85. Campbell, a champion for education and the mission of land-grant universities, s...

Toy drive underway The Checotah Rough Riders’ annual toy drive is now underway until Dec. 1. The proceeds benefit McIntosh County elementary school students, including those in Checotah and Eufaula. D...

The McIntosh County Democrat ran the incorrect profile with Natalie Brown’s picture for Student of the Week in the Nov. 8 edition. We apologize for this error.

Mr. Gobble isn’t worried about getting his feathers chopped at Unique Touch at 505 N. Broadway. (Staff photo by LaDonna Rhodes)

OKMULGEE – On Nov. 7, Muscogee (Creek) Nation took part in turning one citizen’s dream into a realty as 14-year-old Joshua Dubois became the newest MCN Lighthorse Police Officer for the day. The MCN L...