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Art Show through Nov. 30
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Art Show through Nov. 30
November 14, 2024
The Five Civilized Tribes Museum will host a Master’s Art Show through Nov. 30. Among artists whose works will be on display is Eufaula artist Jon Tiger. The show is at 1101 Honor Heights Drive in Mus...
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Election by the numbers
By President 
November 14, 2024
The following are the unofficial returns from the Oklahoma State Election Board for a few of the top races. Donald J. Trump (R) – 6,380 (75.67 %) McIntosh County; 1,027,198 (66.17%) Statewide Kamala H...
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County sales tax income down slightly from last year
November 14, 2024
The Oklahoma Tax Commission recently released city sales tax collection figures that primarily represents local tax receipts from September business. The monies they reported this period represent sal...
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Checotah First United Methodist Church Christmas Silent Auction
November 14, 2024
Decorated Trees, Wreathes, Gift Sets and More! Sat., Nov. 16 from 10 a.m. – Noon 419 West Gentry Ave. Refreshments will be served. All proceeds benefit the Checotah Methodist Mission Food Pantry.
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McIntosh County GOP news
November 14, 2024
LYNELLE MEDLEY CHAIRMAN McIntosh County GOP is gearing up for our next meeting where we will be partnering with The Freedom Brigades to address and attack the hottest topic in the county these days wi...
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Early voters turn out in record numbers
November 14, 2024
In McIntosh County on Oct. 30, the first day of early voting, 486 lined up at the county courthouse to cast their ballots. During the four days of early voting, over 1,300 voted. There were similar tu...
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Native American Month
November 14, 2024
The month of November is recognized as Native American Month. Many events will be taking place throughout various communities. On Nov. 16, a Native American celebration will be held at the Eufaula Ind...
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Canadian Valley Electric Coop honored with 2024 HIRE Vets Medallion
November 14, 2024
SEMINOLE - Canadian Valley Electric Cooperative (CVEC) is proud to announce that it has been recognized by the U.S. Acting Secretary of Labor and the Assistant Secretary for Veterans’ Employment and T...
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Trump, Down-Ballot Republicans Dominate in Oklahoma
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Trump, Down-Ballot Republicans Dominate in Oklahoma
By KEATON ROSS OKLAHOMA WATCH 
November 14, 2024
The red wave showed no sign of slowing down in Oklahoma on Tuesday night. For the third consecutive presidential election cycle, Donald Trump won at least 65% of the statewide presidential vote. The s...
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Celebration recognizes 48 Native American elders
November 14, 2024
The 16th annual AARP Oklahoma Native American Elder Honors celebrated 48 Native American elders from 17 Oklahoma tribal nations for their achievements, community service, and impact. Since 2009, AARP ...
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Markwayne Mullin reportedly under consideration for Trump cabinet post
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Markwayne Mullin reportedly under consideration for Trump cabinet post
By KEVIN EAGLESON GAYLORD NEWS 
November 14, 2024
President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly considering Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-Westville) for a position in his cabinet. Mullin is being considered for Secretary of the Interior or Secret...
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One Oklahoma Supreme Court justice ousted after dark money groups dumped millions into judicial races
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One Oklahoma Supreme Court justice ousted after dark money groups dumped millions into judicial races
By CLIFTON ADCOCK CLIFTON@READFRONTIER.COM 
November 14, 2024
Voters chose to retain justices James E. Edmondson and Noma Gurich, but not Justice Yvonne Kauger Oklahomans narrowly chose to retain two of the three state Supreme Court justices who were on the ball...
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Education Department abruptly cancels search for Bible vendor
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Education Department abruptly cancels search for Bible vendor
By JENNIFER PALMER OKLAHOMA WATCH 
November 14, 2024
With little explanation, the Oklahoma Department of Education canceled its search for a vendor to supply 55,000 Bibles for public school classrooms. Oklahoma Watch’s reporting on the state’s request f...
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109th meeting was spectacular
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109th meeting was spectacular
November 14, 2024
The 109th meeting was spectacular between the Checotah Wildcats and the Eufaula Ironheads. The Wildcats won the event 13-7. The game was wet, exciting and not for the faint at heart and it ended in he...
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On this day in U.S. military history
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On this day in U.S. military history
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
November 14, 2024
On November 14, 1881 – Charles J. Guiteau went on trial for assassinating President Garfield. Guiteau was convicted and hanged the following year. 1908 – Joseph McCarthy was born. He became an anti-Co...
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Congressional Medal of Honor Citations for Actions Taken this Day MARM, WALTER JOSEPH, JR.
November 14, 2024
Rank and organization: First Lieutenant (then 2d Lt.), U.S. Army, Company A, 1st Battalion, 7th Cavalry, 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile). place and date: Vicinity of la Drang Valley, Republic of Viet...
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Halloween happenings make town spooky
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Halloween happenings make town spooky
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
November 7, 2024
Lots of Halloween happenings can make a small town too spooky. The Chamber warned town folks to “Beware of the Witching Hour on Oct. 31” as werewolves, mummies, demons and their dogs descended upon Ch...
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Haltom’s Huddle Holiday Food Drive underway
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
November 7, 2024
Haltom’s Huddle is hosting a canned food drive and will be collecting canned goods until Dec. 15. Haltom is asking for the support of both communities to help with local charities to get food to those...
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Checotah FFA and FCCLA to honor veterans Monday
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Checotah FFA and FCCLA to honor veterans Monday
By Veterans parade to follow celebration 
November 7, 2024
At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918 fighting ceased in World War I, “the war to end all wars.” Nov. 11 has been set aside as a national holiday since 1919 to commemorate that da...
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Protestors file petition to put wind farms to a vote of the people
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Protestors file petition to put wind farms to a vote of the people
By JERRY FINK MANAGING EDITOR 
November 7, 2024
More than 200 opponents of the proposed wind farm attended a weekly county commissioner meeting Monday, hoping to convince the commissioners to file a moratorium against a company that plans to put in...
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Family and friends say farewell to Tracy Scroggins and his mother
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Family and friends say farewell to Tracy Scroggins and his mother
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
March 5, 2026
It was a sad day when Checotah heard of the passing of one of their own, Tracy Scroggins, whose name lives on at the field house and playground in his hometown. Scroggins passed away at the age of 56 ...
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Ironheads tame Wolves for Regional Consolation Championship
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Ironheads tame Wolves for Regional Consolation Championship
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
March 5, 2026
The Eufaula Ironheads continued their outstanding season with a commanding 5837 victory over the Heavener Wolves to capture the consolation regional championship and punch their ticket to area play. F...
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Gear up and grab your green
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Gear up and grab your green
March 5, 2026
Break out the shamrocks, dust off the tutus and lace up those running shoes, the Eufaula Green Run 5K is back for its sixth year, bringing a splash of Irish spirit to the shoreline of Lake Eufaula. Ho...
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52nd Annual Checotah Band Daze
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52nd Annual Checotah Band Daze
March 5, 2026
Checotah hosted their 52nd Annual Band Daze February 19 – 20 with 35 bands from across the state of Oklahoma competing in the twoday competition. Canadian HS Band directed by Glenn Sizemore and Barbar...
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Freedom House chosen as Citizens of the Year
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Freedom House chosen as Citizens of the Year
By Staff Reports 
March 5, 2026
This year LaDonna Rhodes aka “The Paper Lady” with the McIntosh County Democrat had the privilege of announcing the Citizen of the Year award which went to Freedom House Adult & Teen Challenge with di...
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