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Santa’s Soldiers: Spreading Christmas Cheer in McIntosh County
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December 20, 2023
Santa’s Soldiers: Spreading Christmas Cheer in McIntosh County
By ERIN BRIDGES COURTESY,

The spirit of Christmas shines bright in Mc-Intosh County, thanks to Santa’s Soldiers, a no-profit organization dedicated to ensuring a Merry Christmas for children aged 0-17. With a commitment to bringing holiday joy to over 500 children, Santa’s Soldiers enable parents to place gifts under the tree, a gesture of love and celebration.

In a county where numerous organizations embark on similar festive missions; Santa’s Soldiers stands out by focusing on empowering parents to be the givers of joy. This unique approach has garnered immense community support, with donations pouring in from generous locals.

The success of Santa’s Soldiers wouldn’t be possible without the selfless dedication of volunteers who work tirelessly to bring the magic of Christmas to life.

Their efforts, coupled with the support of community partners like Stites Furniture, Sonic, Lake Eufaula Association, Jason Burns, Shop with a Cop, Kyle Edwards Checotah, Mama Tig’s Wood Fired Pizza, Jeremy Nichols/Nichols Market, the Eufaula Chamber of Commerce, Trish Rhodes, Port City, Faith Church of Checotah, Eufaula Basketball boys and North Fork Baptist Church have been pivotal.

Special gratitude is extended to the abundance of anonymous donors, whose contributions, though silent, resonate deeply in the hearts of the families they touch.

As McIntosh County lights up with festive cheer, the efforts of Santa’s Soldiers and the community’s embrace of the holiday spirit remind us all of the true meaning of Christmas: giving, sharing and celebrating together.

For more information on how to support Santa’s Soldiers or to become a volunteer, please contact Pam Jones or Erin Bridges.

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 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...
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 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...
Author shares story of purpose and memory
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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
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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...
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Competitors needed for Chili Cook-Off
By LaDonna Rhodes Staff Writer 
January 21, 2026
Who is ready to compete for the best tasting chili in McIntosh County? The 18th Annual Chili Cook-Off is set for Saturday, Feb, 28 to benefit the Heartland Heritage Museum & Gallery. This year the chi...
OHP conducting special emphasis on distracted driving through Jan. 31
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OHP conducting special emphasis on distracted driving through Jan. 31
January 21, 2026
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is conducting a special emphasis on distracted driving January 17 through January 31. The mobilization is dedicated to and inspired by Trooper Nicholas Dees who was killed ...
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Legendary KVOO radio DJ Billy Parker dies at 88
January 21, 2026
Billy Parker, a KVOO DJ who shaped country music broadcasting for over four decades, passed away this week at 88. Parker was born in Tuskegee, OK, and first began performing on the radio as a teenager...
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The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma announced that Michael Wayne Wasson, a/k/a Pops, 64, of Henryetta, Oklahoma, entered a guilty plea to one count of a Felony Inf...
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