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Wildcats roll over Sallisaw 57-45
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Wildcats roll over Sallisaw 57-45
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
February 19, 2026
The Checotah Wildcats (616) extended their win streak to two after a dominating first half performance over the Sallisaw Black Diamonds 57-45 on Monday. Checotah built as great as a 19-point lead at 3...
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Big 12 fines OSU $50,000 for inappropriate fan chants
Sports
Big 12 fines OSU $50,000 for inappropriate fan chants
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
February 12, 2026
The Big 12 Conference fined Oklahoma State University for inappropriate chants from fans during last week’s Cowboys game against BYU. The Big 12’s statement: “The Conference has issued Oklahoma State ...
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Lady Ironheads clip Morris Eagles’ wings 47-27
Sports
Lady Ironheads clip Morris Eagles’ wings 47-27
By RODNEY HALTOM SPORTS EDITOR The Eufaula Lady Ironheads earned a 
February 12, 2026
big road win Tuesday night as they defeated the Morris Lady Eagles 47-27. Eufaula started off shaky but outscored Morris 9-3 with Lauren Gray and Johna Bumgarner each scoring a three-point basket. The...
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The importance of Black History Month
Sports
The importance of Black History Month
By 918-689-2191 ijsports@cookson.news 
February 12, 2026
Black History Month is a time to recognize, reflect on, and celebrate the profound contributions Black Americans have made to our nation’s history, culture, and progress. It honors stories that have t...
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Eufaula competes at Checotah Power-lifting meet
Sports
Eufaula competes at Checotah Power-lifting meet
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
February 12, 2026
The Eufaula Ironheads competed against some of the best power-lifting schools on Wednesday at Checotah. Hundred of student-athletes participated in the event. “I’m very proud of our Ironheads today at...
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Muldrow Lady Bulldogs top Checotah 56-23
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Muldrow Lady Bulldogs top Checotah 56-23
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
February 12, 2026
The Checotah Lady Wildcats could not stop sisters Kilah and Kayla Ellinberg as the Muldrow Lady Bulldogs topped Checotah 56-23 on Tuesday. Muldrow dominated the Lady Wildcats in the first period 18-4....
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Checotah Impact Players of the Week
Sports
Checotah Impact Players of the Week
February 12, 2026
The Checotah Impact Players of the Week are Shyanne Madewell and Rowan Chapman.
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Eufaula Impact Players of the Week
Sports
Eufaula Impact Players of the Week
February 12, 2026
The Eufaula Impact Players of the Week are Briley Gragg and Ty Sparks. PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE OKLAHOMA CITY NATIONAL MEMORIAL & MUSEUM. ANTLERS Impact Players of the Week are sponsored by Zach McQuay Co...
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Seattle Seahawks fly away with Super Bowl victory
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
February 12, 2026
The Seattle Seahawks beat the New England Patriots 29-13 on Sunday to win the franchise’s second Super Bowl. Seahawk quarterback Sam Darnold threw a touchdown pass to AJ Barner, Kenneth Walker III ran...
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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
B:, Sports...
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
Sports
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
Sports
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
B:, Sports...
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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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
B:, Sports...
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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Commutation Hearing set in Jerry Don Hurst murder case
By SHAUNA BELYEU GENERAL MANAGER 
March 5, 2026
Danny Turner was convicted of first-degree murder in 1992 for the 1991 poisoning death of his Checotah High School classmate, Jerry Don Hurst. Turner was convicted and sentenced by a McIntosh County j...
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Mayor issues proclamation honoring late editor Jerry Fink
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Mayor issues proclamation honoring late editor Jerry Fink
By SHAUNA BELYEU GENERAL MANAGER 
March 5, 2026
On March 2, the Eufaula City Council opened its regular meeting by honoring the life and legacy of longtime journalist Jerry Fink. Mayor James Hickman read a formal proclamation recognizing the late E...
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Chamber celebrates America and its members
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Chamber celebrates America and its members
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
March 5, 2026
Checotah Chamber of Commerce celebrated its members and America’s 250th year by hosting an Americana tablescape competition at their annual banquet held Tuesday, Feb. 25. Over 200 business leaders, Ch...
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