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Obituaries

January 28, 2026

Sue Nell Morgan, 94, of Eufaula, Oklahoma, peacefully transitioned to her eternal rest on January 12, 2026, at her home. Born on August 23, 1931, in Checotah, Oklahoma, she was the cherished daughter ...

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Lady Wildcats defeat Eufaula for 53-48 rivalry win

By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR

January 28, 2026

In a rivalry game that came down to the final minutes, the Checotah Lady Wildcats held their composure late to defeat the Eufaula Lady Ironheads 53-48 on Tuesday night. The Lady Ironheads led by Johna...

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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 28, 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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Checotah falls to Eufaula 65-51 in second round action

By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR

January 28, 2026

The Checotah Wildcats played a tough game against archrival Eufaula Ironheads but came up short 65-51 in the second round of the Checotah Crossroads Classic on Wednesday. Eufaula jumped out to a fast ...

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MLK Day gathering in reflects on faith, responsibility and community

By STAFF REPORT

January 21, 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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Stilwell Indians pull away in second half to defeat Checotah Wildcats

By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR

January 21, 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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McIntosh County GOP meeting

January 21, 2026

McIntosh GOP has a meeting this Thursday, Jan 22nd and we have quite a lineup for you. Our main speaker will be NeAnne Clinton, founder of Garfield County Conservation Coalition -- she will be speakin...

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Author shares story of purpose and memory

By STAFF REPORT

January 21, 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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Absentee Ballot applications available for 2026 election year

January 21, 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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Eufaula City Council votes against feasibility study for Longtown and Texanna Annexation

By Shauna Belyeu General Manager

January 21, 2026

In a three-minute council meeting at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 20, the Eufaula City Council voted to direct the city manager to take no further action at this time regarding the annexation Longtown and ...

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Paws N Claws – Eufaula celebrates second anniversary

By STAFF REPORT

January 21, 2026

It’s been two years since Paws N Claws – Eufaula started their volunteer group to help pound pups find homes in McIntosh County and the surrounding areas. What started off as a small volunteer partner...