1915 – The Wilson Administration rejects a German offer of $1000 for each passenger killed following the torpedoing of the Lusitania on May 7. 1943– On the Tarawa Atoll, there is heavy fighting. The A...

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...

First we would cut it open then we would put apples and oranges in it. Then we would cook it for 500 degrees in the oven. Then we would put it in the oven for 2 minutes. When it’s done we would serve ...

FAMILY FEATURES When in need of inspiration during gift-giving season, focusing on thoughtful presents that align with the personalities and interests of your intended recipients can be a surefire wa...

The Native American performers Injunuity will be appear Dec. 1 at Legacy on Main Street for a Nativity Christmas special. The evening includes a dinner and show. Dinner begins at 6:30 p.m., the show a...

The Duvall Dynasty continues as Bill Duvall was inducted into the Rodeo Hall of Fame on Saturday, Nov. 10 in Oklahoma City. Duvall was recognized along with several other rodeo icons at the Rodeo Hist...

A 64-year-old Florida man was pronounced dead at the scene of a single vehicle accident Saturday on U.S. 69 about six miles north of Checotah. According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, Pietro Zambuto,...

OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma and Arkansas state agencies today announced the completion of a memorandum of agreement committing the states to future collaboration in addressing water quality concerns rela...

Due to temperatures in the 20’s the Veterans Day Parade was brought inside to the Checotah Middle School auditorium on Monday, Nov. 12. The Master of Ceremonies was Lt. Col. James Wydeman Sanders, USM...

A husband and wife from Oktaha have been charged with burglarizing a Checotah area residence in October. Ricky Dale Whittle Jr., 37, and his wife Courtney Whittle, 35, allegedly stole a generator and...

Eligible families can sign up from the McIntosh County Santa Soldiers program from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mondays through Fridays now through Dec. 3. To be eligible to receive gifts for children in the fam...

Want to know how to cook a turkey? First, you shop for a turkey. Next, you put it in the oven. Then, you put it in the oven for 7 to 6 hours. Last, you eat it. Now you know how to cook a turkey! – Kal...

Checotah Chamber of Commerce Business Wreath Competition is underway. Wreaths are being placed on poles in the downtown historic district for all to enjoy. Money prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd & 3...

Family, friends and supporters looked on Wednesday, Nov. 14, as Sen. Roger Thompson was sworn in to serve another four years in the State Senate.   The ceremony was held in the Senate Chamber a week a...

OKMULGEE – With Muscogee (Creek) Nation being a sovereign Nation, comes unique opportunities for programs to serve citizens at the highest level through the extensive program efforts to receive grant ...

This year’s Shop Small will be from 9:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24. The Checotah Chamber of Commerce will have a welcome station set up to give the first 60 shoppers a Shop Small tote and a ...

Shop Checotah’s Christmas Give-Away will follow the Hallmark Christmas Parade and Best Floats Competition on Saturday, Dec. 1. Festivities begin at 4 p.m. with “A Hallmark Christmas” Parade beginning ...