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Easter bringing egg-citement to local areas
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March 27, 2024
Easter bringing egg-citement to local areas
By Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt, March 30,

Lots of Easter events will be taking place this year.

Providence Realty will host its annual Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt Saturday, March 30 starting at noon at Posey Park.

Have your picture taken with the Easter Bounces, chow down on hot dogs and turn the kids loose in bounce houses.

Egg hunt age groups and time of their start include: – 12:45 p.m., 0-3 year olds – 1:30 p.m., 4-7 year olds – 2:15 p.m., 8-12 year olds Co-sponsors of the hunt include Parker Brothers Roofing; Sam Wampler’s Freedom Ford; Guild Mortgage; Family Dollar/Dollar Tree and Trustmark Title.

Helicopter Egg Drop, March 31 Community Culture Church will again host one of the most popular Easter events, eggs dropped from a helicopter at Paul Bell Stadium on Sunday, March 31, at 3 p.m.

Lake Eufaula State Park Annual Easter Egg Hunt, March 31 Also on March 31, starting at 2 p.m., Lake Eufaula State Park’s Annual Easter Egg hunt.

Children 10 years of age and young will be able to participate in the hunt.

Families will meet at the Deep Fork Campground at the park, located on Highway 150, west of Checotah.

For more information call 918-689-4607.

Easter Egg Hunt on Texanna Road, March 30

Also on Saturday, March 30, an annual Easter Egg Hunt will begin at 2 p.m. at 429657 Texanna Rd, Porum.

Have your picture taken with the Easter Bunny.

Sponsored by Eufaula Properties, M&M Grocery and Linda’s Lakeside Diner.

Sensory-Friendly Bunny, March 28

Total Rehab of Eufaula, 617 S. Main St., will hold a serene and inclusive Easter Bunny visit tailored for children with sensory sensitivities.

The event will take place Thursday, March 28 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

What to expect: – a quiet and calm environment – gentle interactions with the Easter Bunny – an adapted egg hunt and activities for all to enjoy

Memorial Highway dedicated to two outstanding officers
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Memorial Highway dedicated to two outstanding officers
By LaDonna Rhodes Staff Writer 
December 3, 2025
Former Chief of Police Andy Blizzard and Assoc. Chief of Police Justin Durrett were honored by Oklahoma State legislators and the City of Checotah last month during a Memorial Highway Dedication on No...
Greg Contreras honored with Pat Potts Visionary Award
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Greg Contreras honored with Pat Potts Visionary Award
By Shauna Belyeu General Manager 
December 3, 2025
The Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits (OKCNP) has recognized one of McIntosh and Pittsburg County’s most steadfast champions for vulnerable youth. Greg Contreras, a 42-year veteran of the Youth Emergency...
Lake Eufaula Association announces first-ever Christmas Tour of Homes
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Lake Eufaula Association announces first-ever Christmas Tour of Homes
December 3, 2025
The Lake Eufaula Association is thrilled to announce our 1st Annual Christmas Tour of Homes, happening Thursday, December 11th from 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM. This brand-new holiday event celebrates the beau...
Lights, Camera, Christmas! Eufaula parade to celebrate holiday movie magic
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Lights, Camera, Christmas! Eufaula parade to celebrate holiday movie magic
December 3, 2025
Eufaula’s annual Christmas Parade is rolling down Main Street on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 6 p.m., and this year’s theme promises a blockbuster of holiday cheer: “A Very Merry Movie-thon!” From festive floa...
Former, current legislators file initiative to eliminate property taxes
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Former, current legislators file initiative to eliminate property taxes
By KEATON ROSS OKLAHOMA WATCH 
December 3, 2025
One former and two current state lawmakers are leading an effort to gradually reduce residential property taxes to zero by the end of the decade. State Question 841, filed with the Oklahoma Secretary ...
ODOT’s $54M investment funding highway projects
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ODOT’s $54M investment funding highway projects
By LYNN ADAMS SPECIAL TO EUFAULA INDIAN JOURNAL 
December 3, 2025
Driving on McIntosh County highways should be smoother by 2035, according to plans by the Oklahoma Department of Transportation to resurface about 39 miles of I-40, U.S. 69 and other highways. ODOT ex...
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Commission launches program restoring natural ecology in wetlands
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Commission launches program restoring natural ecology in wetlands
December 3, 2025
Oklahoma City — The Oklahoma Conservation Commission (OCC) has launched the Restoring Natural Ecology in Wetlands (ReNEW) Program, a new initiative offering technical and financial support for a varie...
Haltom’s Huddle Holiday Food Drive
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Haltom’s Huddle Holiday Food Drive
December 3, 2025
Sports Editor Rodney Haltom continues his personal mission to help feed those in need during the upcoming holiday season in McIntosh County. He has launched a food drive, seeking canned or dry food th...
’68 Checotah graduate creates scholarships
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’68 Checotah graduate creates scholarships
December 3, 2025
Patricia Freeman, a 1968 graduate of Checotah High School and longtime advocate for education, has announced a generous pledge to support first generation students at the University of Oklahoma. Patri...
The city asks you to join the conversation
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The city asks you to join the conversation
By Shauna Belyeu General Manager 
December 3, 2025
The City of Eufaula’s advisory committee is in the process of creating a comprehensive plan along with the help of Freese and Nichols, a privately owned engineering, planning and consulting firm. This...
OICA expresses thanks for Child Advocacy Award Winners
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OICA expresses thanks for Child Advocacy Award Winners
By JOE DORMAN OICA CEO 
December 3, 2025
OKLAHOMA CITY – As we just celebrated Thanksgiving, I would be remiss to not express appreciation for those who work tirelessly for the youth of our state. Each year, the Oklahoma Institute for Child ...
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