Remembering Jerry Fink: The Quiet Heart of our newspaper

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February 4, 2026

By Rodney Haltom Sports Editor 918-689-2191 ijsports@cookson.news

My heart was saddened when I heard that my friend and co-worker Jerry Fink had passed away on Friday night. There were three people that I looked up to in our business and gave me sound advice… Bill Connors, Berry Tramel and Jerry Fink.

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Eufaula cruises to 72-52 victory over Beggs Golden Demons

By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR

February 4, 2026

The Eufaula Ironheads (173) cruised to a 72-52 victory over the Beggs Golden Demons Friday night at Beggs. It was a score for score game to start as the teams were tied 10-10 before Eufaula began to p...

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Remembering Jerry

By Shauna Belyeu General Manager

February 4, 2026

Jerry Fink never met a story he couldn’t write. For more than 50 years, he wrote them from the front lines of war zones to the bright lights of Las Vegas, from the smoking buildings of OKC to the quie...

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Early voting for Feb. 10 election

February 4, 2026

Early voting begins Thursday, Feb., 2026 for voters in McIntosh County who reside in the Henryetta Public Schools District. Voters who will not be able to make it to the polling place located at the T...

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City of Eufaula releases annual financial report for FY 2025

By Shauna Belyeu General Manager

February 4, 2026

On Monday, Feb. 2, the City of Eufaula approved its annual financial audit report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025 as presented by Arledge & Associates. The financial report outlines the City’...

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Black History Month: ‘A Century of Black History Commemorations’

By DAPHANIE HUTTON STAFF REPORT

February 4, 2026

The theme for 2026 Black History Month is “A Century of Black History Commemora-tions,” honoring its 100th anniversary. This theme emphasizes 100 years of intentional efforts to honor, study, and pres...

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Wild Game Dinner & Potluck at Lake Eufaula State Park

February 4, 2026

Come join locals for a great evening at Pickens Lake Group Camp, Hwy 150, Lake Eufaula State Park, on March 21 at 5 p.m. as Friends of Lake Eufaula State Park host their Annual Wild Game Dinner & Potl...

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Former McAlester Coach Forrest Mazey cleared of embezzlement charges

By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR

February 4, 2026

MCALESTER — Forrest Lawson Mazey, the former head football coach at McAlester High School, has had the felony embezzlement charge related to his tenure with McAlester Public Schools dismissed, court r...

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LOST DOG

February 4, 2026

This sweet boy went missing around Malette last week and his family desperately wants him back. Please call 608788-5981 if found.

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Emergency Roadside Service and Towing in High Demand

February 4, 2026

AAA crews are busy with extractions, towing, battery service and flat tires, as motorists face challenging conditions. AAA emergency roadside service demand in Oklahoma surged an astonishing 221% as l...

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Honoring a Quiet Hero: The Legacy of Abner Haynes

By STAFF REPORT

February 4, 2026

In small towns like Eufaula, stories matter. They help us remember who we are—and how far we’ve come. This Black History Month, The Eufaula Indian Journal is proud to share a five-part series honoring...

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Competitors needed for Chili Cook-Off

By LaDonna Rhodes Staff Writer

February 4, 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...