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2026 National Theme: A Century of Black History Commemorations

By ALMA HARPER GARDENIA ART FEDERATED CLUB

February 25, 2026

The sit-ins The Sit-In movement was a nonviolent movement of the United Civil Rights era. The sit-in, an act of civil disobedience, was a tactic that aroused sympathy for demonstrators among moderates...

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Morning Rescue inspired by Paws N Claws pup

By LaDonna Rhodes Staff Writer

February 25, 2026

Paws N Claws started their meager rescue efforts to save the local pound pups on January 26, 2024. Some of the first dogs ever adopted went out of state and one very lucky pup was adopted by Brad Shro...

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Local students show their true passion at the Eufaula Livestock Show

February 25, 2026

Local students were recognized for their work in the barn and in the show ring during the 2026 Eufaula Local Livestock Show and Premium Sale on Feb. 14, where exhibitors competed for top honors across...

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Chamber blood drive a success

February 25, 2026

The Eufaula Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a community blood drive Monday, Feb. 23, at the Chamber office in Eufaula. The drive was conducted in partnership with the Oklahoma Blood Institute, which p...

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Coffee With the Chiefs first of community discussions

By Shauna Belyeu General Manager

February 25, 2026

Residents gathered for Coffee with the Chiefs on Monday, Feb. 23 at City Hall for an open discussion about public safety, training, equipment and the future of services in Eufaula. The informal meeting provided an opportunity for community members to hear directly from police and fire leadership about ongoing projects, enforcement priorities and ways the public can become more involved. Fire Chief...

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Texanna Lady Crafters

By Shauna

February 27, 2026

The Texana 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 arra...

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Escaped convict

February 25, 2026

As of press time, Local and state authorities are on the lookout for an escaped inmate from the Jackie Brannon Correctional Center in McAlester. Robey Butler allegedly walked away from the facility la...

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2026 National Theme: A Century of Black History Commemorations

By ALMA HARPER GARDENIA ART FEDERATED CLUB

February 25, 2026

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Morning Rescue inspired by Paws N Claws pup

By LaDonna Rhodes Staff Writer

February 25, 2026

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Local students show their true passion at the Eufaula Livestock Show

February 25, 2026

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Chamber blood drive a success

February 25, 2026

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A Food Pantry guided by faith and experience

February 25, 2026

Just east of Highway 69 on Texanna Road sits a single building that houses Thimbles N Thread Quilt Shop, owned by LaDonna McKay. The fabric and quilting shop is bright, colorful, and welcoming. Bright...

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Night to Shine, Part II: Where the celebration comes home

February 25, 2026

After the music faded at Night to Shine and the final crowns were placed, the celebration cont i nued quietly — following a group of guests home to Pioneer Campus. Just hours before, on February 13 — ...

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Spiro Bulldogs top Checotah Lady Wildcats on Senior Night

By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR

February 25, 2026

The Spiro Lady Bulldogs (18-5) defeated the Checotah Lady Wildcats 55-37 on Senior Night at the Checotah Event Center. Both teams came out playing physically and with aggression. Checotah traded baske...

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Sallisaw Central Tigers claw past Lady Ironheads 50-34

By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR

February 25, 2026

The Sallisaw Central Lady Tigers defeated the Eufaula Lady Ironheads Monday night 50-34. The Lady Tigers quickly proved their dominance as they outscored Eufaula 15-6 to end the first period. The Lady...

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Eufaula running back Peter Lee signs letter of intent

By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR

February 25, 2026

Eufaula running back Peter Lee signed his letter of intent to play college football at the University of Dubuque in Iowa. Peter Lee’s legacy is defined by resilience, loyalty, and leadership. After mi...

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Hall of Fame Class

February 25, 2026

Tom Miner 1950 graduate of Checotah High School Three Sport Athlete-Football, Basketball and Baseball Oklahoma All-State in 1950 Tight End and Kicker for University of Tulsa Assistant coach at Univers...

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Iva Dell Towery Kindred

February 25, 2026

1946 graduate of Checotah High School Guard on the 1946 state Championship team Oklahoma All-State Guard 1946 Oklahoma All Decades 1st team 1940-1950 Attended Connors State College on a basketball sch...

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Mitch Myers

February 25, 2026

43 years of clock keeping for Wildcat basketball 43 years of clock keeping for Wildcat football Historian of Checotah Athletics Checotah graduate of 1971 Taught Chemistry and Physics at Checotah High ...

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Community invited to coffee with the chiefs

February 18, 2026

Eufaula residents are invited to grab a cup of coffee and visit with local public safety leaders during Coffee with the Chiefs, set for Monday, Feb. 23, from 10 to 11 a.m. at Eufaula City Hall, 64 Mem...

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Paws N Claws Pet Pantry sets new hours of operation

February 18, 2026

The Paws N Claws Pet Pantry located at the Eufaula Indian Journal has set new hours of operation -Monday through Friday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Those in need of cat food or dog food from the pantry may ...

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Don Campbell celebrates turning 90

By LaDonna Rhodes Staff Writer

February 18, 2026

On Saturday, Feb. 7, family and friends of Don Campbell met at the Checotah Community Center to help him celebrate his 90th birthday. The center was buzzing with laughter and stories of yesteryear as ...

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Revival coming to county

February 18, 2026

The alliance of local Mvskoke (Creek) tribal churches is hosting a revival on February 22–25 at the Eufaula Indian Community Center. The center is located at 800 Birkes Road here in Eufaula. Services ...

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Heartland Heritage Museum & Gallery to host anthropologist

February 18, 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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EOSC Honor Rolls announced

February 18, 2026

WILBURTON – Eastern Oklahoma State College has announced honor rolls for the fall 2025 semester. There were 153 students named to the President’s Honor Roll, which requires a 4.0 grade point average i...

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Abner Haynes

By By Michael Barnes

February 25, 2026

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Free tax preparation available

February 25, 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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ANNUAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH SEMINAR

February 25, 2026

Saturday, February 28 at 11 a.m. Mt. Olive Star Baptist Church 413665 E. 1080 Rd., Checotah, OK Rev. Samuel Cunningham, Pastor Sponsored by the Warrior School Restoration Organization Inc. Alma Harper...

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I will never understand

February 25, 2026

There are so many things messed up in this world today and so many things that I will never understand. Like how do people just walk away from a family pet that they’ve had three years or 13 years all...

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Kay Foley Presentation Report

February 25, 2026

Last Friday afternoon, Kay Foley gave a presentation in the Follansbee Room at the Eufaula Memorial Library, offering a thoughtful look at local history through family stories and reflections on the p...