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Eufaula Ironheads hang 91 on Morris Eagles
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Eufaula Ironheads hang 91 on Morris Eagles
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
February 12, 2026
The No. 9 ranked Eufaula Ironheads scored 91 points against the Morris Eagles at Morris Tuesday. The final score was 91-63 and the Ironheads could have scored a 100 if they wanted to. Eufaula played a...
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Neill, Hodgins and Mohammad sign letters of intent
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Neill, Hodgins and Mohammad sign letters of intent
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
February 12, 2026
McIntosh County had a lot to be proud of last week as three area football players signed their letters of intent to play college football. Blayden Neill, Luke Hodgins and Elijah Mohammad took their fi...
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No. 19 ranked Muldrow Bulldogs top Checotah Wildcats 58-35
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No. 19 ranked Muldrow Bulldogs top Checotah Wildcats 58-35
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
February 12, 2026
No. 19 ranked Muldrow Bulldogs defeated the Checotah Wildcats 58-35 Tuesday night at Muldrow. It was a tight game in the first period as both teams scored 12 points. Checotah was led by scores of Cole...
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New Football Classifications for the upcoming 2026-2027 Football Seasons
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New Football Classifications for the upcoming 2026-2027 Football Seasons
February 5, 2026
Notable Proposed Changes are summarized below. Class 6A-1: 16 Teams Norman drops from 6A-1 to 6A-2. Southmoore bumps up from 6A-2 to 6A-1. Class 6A-2: 16 Teams Booker T Washington moves up from 5A to ...
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Oklahoma State University honors the memory and celebrates the lives of the ten who perished on January 27, 2001
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Oklahoma State University honors the memory and celebrates the lives of the ten who perished on January 27, 2001
February 5, 2026
On January 27, 2001, Oklahoma State University lost 10 members of its men’s basketball program in a plane crash near Byers, Colorado, while returning from a game. The “Remember the 10” tradition honor...
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Remembering Jerry Fink: The Quiet Heart of our newspaper
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Remembering Jerry Fink: The Quiet Heart of our newspaper
By Rodney Haltom Sports Editor 918-689-2191 ijsports@cookson.news 
February 5, 2026
My heart was saddened when I heard that my friend and co-worker Jerry Fink had passed away on Friday night. There were three people that I looked up to in our business and gave me sound advice… Bill C...
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Eufaula cruises to 72-52 victory over Beggs Golden Demons
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Eufaula cruises to 72-52 victory over Beggs Golden Demons
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
February 5, 2026
The Eufaula Ironheads (173) cruised to a 72-52 victory over the Beggs Golden Demons Friday night at Beggs. It was a score for score game to start as the teams were tied 10-10 before Eufaula began to p...
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Checotah squads drop NOAA Conference road games to Roland
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Checotah squads drop NOAA Conference road games to Roland
By DAVID SEELEY THE SEQUOYAH COUNTY TIMES 
February 5, 2026
It was a rough return to the hardwood from enduring Mother Nature’s winter storm for the Checotah High School basketball teams as they each suffered NOAA Conference road losses to the host Roland squa...
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All eyes on Super Bowl LX: When, where and how to watch the NFL’s biggest game
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
February 5, 2026
Football fans nationwide are gearing up for Super Bowl LX, the 2026 NFL championship game that will crown the 2025 season winner. The spectacle lands on Sunday, February 8, 2026, with kickoff set for ...
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Lady Ironheads dominate early to defeat Beggs 56-33
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Lady Ironheads dominate early to defeat Beggs 56-33
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
February 5, 2026
The Eufaula Ironheads’ fast start contributed to a 56-33 pounding of the Beggs Lady Demons Friday night at Beggs. It was a game of great ball control, passing and limited turnovers for Eufaula. The ga...
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No. 9 Eufaula Ironheads rally past No. 18 Muldrow Bulldogs to win Checotah Crossroads Classic Championship, 60-53
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No. 9 Eufaula Ironheads rally past No. 18 Muldrow Bulldogs to win Checotah Crossroads Classic Championship, 60-53
By RODNEY HALTOM RODNEY HALTOM SPORTS SPORTSEDITOR 
January 29, 2026
The No. 9 Eufaula Ironheads (15-3) capped off a thrilling comeback to capture the Checotah Crossroads Classic Championship with a 60-53 victory over the No. 18 Muldrow Bulldogs on Saturday. It was the...
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Lady Ironheads win with 40-29 win over Lady Wildcats in first round action
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Lady Ironheads win with 40-29 win over Lady Wildcats in first round action
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
January 29, 2026
The Eufaula Lady Ironheads redeemed themselves against rival Checotah Lady Wildcats 40-29 in the first round of the Checotah Crossroads Classic on Wednesday.It was a game of high intensity as both tea...
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University of Oklahoma appoints Roger Denny to lead new era of OU Athletics
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University of Oklahoma appoints Roger Denny to lead new era of OU Athletics
January 29, 2026
The University of Oklahoma has found its replacement for longtime athletic director Joe Castiglione, announcing the hiring of Illinois deputy athletic director and chief operating officer Roger Denny ...
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Sports
OKC Thunder upcoming games
January 29, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder (NBA) 202526 schedule for upcoming games over the next few weeks (Western Conference regular season) — perfect for planning viewing or tickets: • Thu, Jan 29 – vs Minnesota Timbe...
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Fans play a role in high school sports — for better or worse
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Fans play a role in high school sports — for better or worse
By Rodney Haltom Sports Editor 918-689-2191 ijsports@cookson.news 
January 29, 2026
Under the lights and packed gymnasiums on winter evenings are part of what makes high school sports special. They bring communities together, create lifelong memories for studentathletes, and offer a ...
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Sports
Lake Eufaula Fishing Tournaments
January 29, 2026
Several major and local fishing tournaments are scheduled for Lake Eufaula, Oklahoma, in 2026, including the Major League Fishing (MLF) Tackle Warehouse Pro Circuit (June 5-7) and a Phoenix Bass Fishi...
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New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks heading to the 2026 Super Bowl
January 29, 2026
The New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks are set to face off in Super Bowl LX, after the Patriots beat the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship and the Seahawks won their NFC Championship m...
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Checotah Impact Players of the Week
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Checotah Impact Players of the Week
January 29, 2026
The Checotah Impact Players of the Week are Logan Dowdy and Levi Chapman. The Eufaula Impact Players of the Week are Lauren Gray and Logan Plant. Impact Players of the Week are sponsored by Zach McQua...
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NCAA Division I Football Officials return to Irving to discuss the Rules of the Game
January 29, 2026
The National Football Foundation (NFF) & College Hall of Fame announced today that the annual winter meeting of Division I conference coordinators for football officials is taking place Jan. 27-28 for...
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Scenes from Checotah Crossroads Classic
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Scenes from Checotah Crossroads Classic
January 29, 2026
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Tyler Mountain BBQ – a local café that’s all about community
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Tyler Mountain BBQ – a local café that’s all about community
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
February 19, 2026
Richard Tyler and his wife Jackie first came to Checotah and just toured the area, but then they decided they wanted to be a part of the community and offer Tyler Mountain BBQ. Now they have become qu...
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A Night to Shine: Community stood together in celebration of dignity and joy
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A Night to Shine: Community stood together in celebration of dignity and joy
By STAFF WRITER 
February 19, 2026
Friday night Feb. 13,, Community Culture Church was transformed into something extraordinary. Purple draping cascaded from the ceiling. Gold accents shimmered beneath soft lights. Guests first gathere...
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Don’t miss this year’s Chili Cook-Off
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Don’t miss this year’s Chili Cook-Off
February 19, 2026
Don’t miss the 18th Annual Chili Cook-Off set for Saturday, Feb. 28 at the First Free Will Baptist Life Center , 713 N. Broadway, Checotah. Who will walk away with bragging rights this year? Who will ...
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2026 BLACK HISTORY MONTHTHEME: ACENTURYOFBLACK HISTORY COMMEMORATIONS
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2026 BLACK HISTORY MONTHTHEME: ACENTURYOFBLACK HISTORY COMMEMORATIONS
By ALMA HARPER GARDENIA ART FEDERATED CLUB 
February 19, 2026
Black History is rich with achievements that have shaped our society across various fields, including politics, arts, science, and social justice. The achievements of Black individuals throughout hist...
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Heartland Heritage Museum & Gallery to host anthropologist
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Heartland Heritage Museum & Gallery to host anthropologist
February 19, 2026
The Heartland Heritage Museum and Gallery is hosting another meeting of special interest on anthropology on Thursday, February 19 from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Mel Phillips of the Oklahoma Anthropological Soci...
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