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Community Culture Church made Easter extra special
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Community Culture Church made Easter extra special
By Rodney Haltom Sports Editor 918-689-2191 ijsports@cookson.news 
April 9, 2026
For another year local church Community Culture Church went far and beyond to make this Easter Sunday even more special. They hosted a helicopter egg drop at Eufaula. Hundreds of kids both big and sma...
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Scenes from the Checotah Crossroads Classic Track Meet
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Scenes from the Checotah Crossroads Classic Track Meet
April 9, 2026
PHOTOS | RODNEY HALTOM | SPORTS EDITOR
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C.A.R.D. Senior Nutrition menu
April 2, 2026
April 2 - 10 611 N. Broadway, Checotah Please call 918-237-1118 for meal reservations by 12 p.m. the day before services. Thursday, April 2: Sweet & sour chicken; Oriental veggies; blushing pears; ric...
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Texanna Lady Crafters
April 2, 2026
April showers bring May flowers, but for TLC, we love to “shower” our community by giving back. One of the ways you can help us give back is to come shop at our store! Hours are Friday/Saturday 10 a.m...
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Quote of the Week
April 2, 2026
“Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.” – Brene Brown, from her TED Talk, “The Power of Vulnerability”
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FLEAS February Meeting
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FLEAS February Meeting
March 26, 2026
Our meeting was held at the Legacy on Main Street. Our hostesses were Barbara Johnsen, Kim Dawson and Cindy Troup. The theme was Founder’s Day with a lovely tribute to the past presidents. There were ...
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C.A.R.D. Senior Nutrition menu
March 19, 2026
March 23 - March 31 611 N. Broadway, Checotah Please call 918-237-1118 for meal reservations by 12 p.m. the day before services. Monday, March 23: Turkey & gravy; sweet potatoes; green beans; rice med...
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Quote of the Week
March 19, 2026
Never before has man had such capacity to control his own environment, to end thirst and hunger, to conquer poverty and disease, to banish illiteracy and massive human misery. We have the power to mak...
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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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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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Wild Onion Dinner
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Wild Onion Dinner
March 5, 2026
The Eufaula-Canadian Tribal Town will be hosting the annual Wild Onion Dinner on Saturday, March 14, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Eufaula Indian Community Nutrition Center, 800 Birkes Rd., Eufaula. The ...
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C.A.R.D. Senior Nutrition menu
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C.A.R.D. Senior Nutrition menu
March 5, 2026
March 9 - March 13 611 N. Broadway, Checotah Please call 918-237-1118 for meal reservations by 12 p.m. the day before services. Monday, March 9: Chili; baked potato; pears; crackers; cookie; milk Tues...
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Still singing forward
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Still singing forward
By MICHAEL BARNES 
March 5, 2026
The Creek Baptist Alliance held its revival Feb. 22-25 at the Eufaula Indian Community Center. On the final night, the service opened quietly. People gathered and took their seats as conversations fad...
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Texanna Lady Crafters
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Texanna Lady Crafters
March 5, 2026
The Texanna Lady Crafters are more than a shop. They are a dedicated group of volunteers who pour their time and talent into handcrafted treasures, including baby quilts, handbags, wreaths, floral arr...
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An Enchanted Night Under the Lights
March 5, 2026
p.m. -11 p.m. Prom tickets on sale now in Mrs. Ortiz Room 220 until March 13 for $40. Must be academically eligible to purchase and attend.
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C.A.R.D. Senior Nutrition menu
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C.A.R.D. Senior Nutrition menu
February 26, 2026
March 2 - March 6 611 N. Broadway, Checotah Please call 918-237-1118 for meal reservations by 12 p.m. the day before services. Monday, March 2: Chicken & Noodles; cabbage; pickled beets; cake; milk Tu...
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Free tax preparation available
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Free tax preparation available
February 26, 2026
Free tax preparation service is being offered by the AARP Foundation beginning Feb. 14 and continuing through April 11. The service will be available on Fridays, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Eufaula C...
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Oklahoma Senator introduces bill to protect Oklahoma land
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Oklahoma Senator introduces bill to protect Oklahoma land
February 26, 2026
Senator Warren Hamilton, R-McCurtain, has filed a slate of legislation for the 2026 legislative session to strengthen protections for Oklahomans, underscoring his commitment to defending Oklahoma valu...
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Lake Eufaula Fishing Report
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Lake Eufaula Fishing Report
February 26, 2026
Elevation is 4 ft. below normal (stable), water temperature 37*F and stained. Bass, Largemouth, Smallmouth and Spotted fair on Alabama rig, crankbaits, in-line spinner baits, jerk baits around channel...
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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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Messiah comes to McIntosh County
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Messiah comes to McIntosh County
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
April 9, 2026
The Messiah came to McIntosh County once again. Over the course of two nights almost 1,200 people witnessed His return, but how many missed it? Though there have been several productions over the year...
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Webbers Falls man killed in motorcycle crash
By AMIE CATO-REMER COURTESY 
April 9, 2026
A Webbers Falls man was killed in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash late Saturday night in rural Muskogee County, according to Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP). The collision occurred at around 10:14 p.m...
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Easter weekend was eggs-tra special
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Easter weekend was eggs-tra special
By SHAUNA BELYEU GENERAL MANAGER 
April 9, 2026
McIntosh County Easter weekend was filled with activity, even as spring storms forced a few last-minute changes across the area. At Lake Eufaula State Park and other locations, rising water and soggy ...
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Commissioner races highlight McIntosh County ballot
By SHAUNA BELYEU GENERAL MANAGER 
April 9, 2026
Filing for the 2026 election cycle has closed, leaving McIntosh County voters with a mix of uncontested races and a handful of competitive contests. Several county officials filed for re-election with...
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10,000 drones depict 1 King Jesus over North America
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10,000 drones depict 1 King Jesus over North America
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
April 9, 2026
It was an extra-ordinary Holy Week in the U.S. with a spectacular light show that had never taken place before in Northern America. Thousands of drones lit up the sky over Manvel, TX as Aerial Illumin...
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