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Stilwell Indians pull away in second half to defeat Checotah Wildcats
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Stilwell Indians pull away in second half to defeat Checotah Wildcats
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
January 22, 2026
STILWELL — The Stilwell Indians used a strong offensive performance and physical defense to defeat the Checotah Wildcats (3-9) by a final score of 74–38 in a nondistrict boys basketball game Friday ni...
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PBR invades Tulsa this Friday and Saturday
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PBR invades Tulsa this Friday and Saturday
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
January 22, 2026
Professional Bull Riders (PBR) are coming to Tulsa’s BOK Center on January 23 & 24, 2026, for the Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour, featuring exciting bull riding action with rising stars and establishe...
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Ironhead versus Ironhead match-up
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Ironhead versus Ironhead match-up
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
January 22, 2026
Local football fans will be happy to know that two graduating football standouts received scholarships and will now face each other at the next level. Luke Hodgins has committed to Oklahoma Baptist Un...
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Importance of Sports Journalists and Coaches relationships
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Importance of Sports Journalists and Coaches relationships
January 22, 2026
The relationship between a high school coach and the area journalist should be a close knit one. After all, if the coach doesn’t pass on information about their teams, the journalist cannot write abou...
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Kellyville Ponies stampede Eufaula Ironheads 57-40
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Kellyville Ponies stampede Eufaula Ironheads 57-40
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
January 22, 2026
The Kellyville Ponies pulled off a significant boys basketball upset against Eufaula on Friday, Jan. 16, winning 57-40, ending Eufaula’s four-game win streak and keeping Kellyville’s perfect season al...
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Checotah Impact Players of the Week
Sports
Checotah Impact Players of the Week
January 22, 2026
The Checotah Impact Players of the Week are Shyanne Madewell and Rowan Chapman.
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Lake Eufaula Fishing Tournaments
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Lake Eufaula Fishing Tournaments
January 22, 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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Eufaula Impact Players of the Week
Sports
Eufaula Impact Players of the Week
January 22, 2026
The Eufaula Impact Players of the Week are Doltyn Lane and Hannah Needham. Impact Players of the Week are sponsored by Zach McQuay Construction – Your Cement Specialist
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Poteau Pirates make Lady Wildcats walk the plank in 53-33 win
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Poteau Pirates make Lady Wildcats walk the plank in 53-33 win
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
January 22, 2026
The Poteau Lady Pirates earned a home game win over the Checotah Lady Wildcats 53-33 on Tuesday. Poteau outscored Checotah 15-4 in the first period with great ball movement and rebounding. Carly Dismu...
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NFL Scores and Schedules
January 22, 2026
Here are the latest NFL scores from the 2026 Divisional Playoffs and the upcoming games (as of Monday, January 19, 2026): Recent NFL Playoff Scores (Divisional Round) • Buffalo Bills 30 – Denver Bronc...
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No. 1 Indiana defeats No. 10 Miami to win the College Football Playoff National Championship Game
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
January 22, 2026
The top-seeded Indiana Hoosiers defeated No. 10 Miami Hurricanes (Fla.) in the 202526 College Football Playoff National Championship Game 27-21 to secure the win. Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti turn...
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Eufaula Ironheads crowned Warner Eagles Cherokee Classic Champions
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Eufaula Ironheads crowned Warner Eagles Cherokee Classic Champions
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
January 15, 2026
The No. 8 Eufaula Ironheads (11-2) were crowned Warner Eagles Cherokee Classic Champions Saturday after dismantling the No. 3 Okay Mustangs 60-47. Eufaula continues to be a fun team to watch. They’re ...
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No. 1 Indiana crushes Oregon 56-22 to win Peach Bowl
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No. 1 Indiana crushes Oregon 56-22 to win Peach Bowl
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
January 15, 2026
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza threw five scoring passes and the No. 1 Hoosiers crushed No. 5 Oregon 56-22 in the Peach Bowl semifinal on Friday night. No. 1 Indiana (15-0, No. 1 CFP) will face ...
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Miami vs. Indiana for National Championship
Sports
Miami vs. Indiana for National Championship
January 15, 2026
No. 10 seed Miami will face No. 1 seed Indiana in the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship on Monday, January 19 at 7:30 p.m. ET. The game will be televised by ESPN. Both teams will be ...
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Eufaula Impact Players of the Week
Sports
Eufaula Impact Players of the Week
January 15, 2026
Dec 9 Impact Players of the Week are sponsored by Zach McQuay Construction Your Cement Specialist
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Miami rallies to beat Ole Miss 31-27 in Fiesta Bowl
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Miami rallies to beat Ole Miss 31-27 in Fiesta Bowl
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
January 15, 2026
Miami quarterback Carson Beck scrambled for a 3-yard touchdown with 18 seconds left, and Miami will head back home for a shot at its first national championship since 2001 after beating Mississippi 31...
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Lake Eufaula Fishing Tournaments
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Lake Eufaula Fishing Tournaments
January 15, 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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Murray State College wins Oklahoma College Bass Event on Lake Tenkiller
Sports
Murray State College wins Oklahoma College Bass Event on Lake Tenkiller
January 15, 2026
Two Eufaula grads now at Murray State College won the College Bass Event on Lake Tenkiller. Connor McAllister and Ayden Ford brought home the championship after catching bass with a weight of 16.10 po...
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Scenes from the Warner Cherokee Classic and Henryetta Tournament
Sports
Scenes from the Warner Cherokee Classic and Henryetta Tournament
January 15, 2026
PHOTOS | RODNEY HALTOM | SPORTS EDITOR
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Checotah Lady Wildcats claw past Henryetta in Tournament action
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Checotah Lady Wildcats claw past Henryetta in Tournament action
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
January 15, 2026
The Checotah Lady Wildcats earned a tough second round win over Henryetta Lady Knights 46-39 Friday in the Henryetta Knights Tournament. The game was tied 11-11 at the end of the first period as Carly...
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Paws N Claws – Eufaula celebrates second anniversary
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Paws N Claws – Eufaula celebrates second anniversary
By STAFF REPORT 
January 22, 2026
It’s been two years since Paws N Claws –Eufaula, OK started their volunteer group to help pound pups find homes in McIntosh County and the surrounding areas. What started off as a small volunteer part...
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Absentee Ballot applications available for 2026 election year
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Absentee Ballot applications available for 2026 election year
January 22, 2026
Voters in McIntosh County who want absentee ballots mailed to them for elections in 2026 should apply now. Any registered voter may request absentee ballots for a specific election or for a full calen...
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Fast Lanes Bowling Center celebrates 25 years
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Fast Lanes Bowling Center celebrates 25 years
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
January 22, 2026
Fast Lanes Bowling Center recently celebrated a mile marker anniversary – their 25th year in Checotah. “It’s hard to believe 25 years ago, Fast Lanes opened its doors,” Lori Barnard said. “And because...
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MLK Day gathering in reflects on faith, responsibility and community
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MLK Day gathering in reflects on faith, responsibility and community
By STAFF REPORT 
January 22, 2026
Community members gathered Sunday, Jan. 18, at Mount Olive Star Missionary Baptist Church in Checotah for a Martin Luther King Jr. Day observance centered on faith, reflection, and shared responsibili...
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Author shares story of purpose and memory
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Author shares story of purpose and memory
By STAFF REPORT 
January 22, 2026
Sulli Mariah Lee, author of the book Wees Are Kneak Moments and a member of the Eufaula High School Class of 1965, opened her presentation last Friday at the Eufaula Public Library by recalling a sent...
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