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Webbers Falls man killed in motorcycle crash
By AMIE CATO-REMER COURTESY 
April 9, 2026
A Webbers Falls man was killed in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash late Saturday night in rural Muskogee County, according to Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP). The collision occurred at around 10:14 p.m...
Easter weekend was eggs-tra special
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Easter weekend was eggs-tra special
By SHAUNA BELYEU GENERAL MANAGER 
April 9, 2026
McIntosh County Easter weekend was filled with activity, even as spring storms forced a few last-minute changes across the area. At Lake Eufaula State Park and other locations, rising water and soggy ...
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Commissioner races highlight McIntosh County ballot
By SHAUNA BELYEU GENERAL MANAGER 
April 9, 2026
Filing for the 2026 election cycle has closed, leaving McIntosh County voters with a mix of uncontested races and a handful of competitive contests. Several county officials filed for re-election with...
10,000 drones depict 1 King Jesus over North America
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10,000 drones depict 1 King Jesus over North America
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
April 9, 2026
It was an extra-ordinary Holy Week in the U.S. with a spectacular light show that had never taken place before in Northern America. Thousands of drones lit up the sky over Manvel, TX as Aerial Illumin...
Messiah comes to McIntosh County
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Messiah comes to McIntosh County
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
April 9, 2026
The Messiah came to McIntosh County once again. Over the course of two nights almost 1,200 people witnessed His return, but how many missed it? Though there have been several productions over the years, Messiah 2026 was one of the best, moving captivated crowds each night to their feet as the Holy Spirit stirred their hearts. Jesus was depicted by Lighthouse youth pastor Andy Parish who said, “The...
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Webbers Falls man killed in motorcycle crash
By AMIE CATO-REMER COURTESY 
April 9, 2026
A Webbers Falls man was killed in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash late Saturday night in rural Muskogee County, according to Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP). The collision occurred at around 10:14 p.m...
Easter weekend was eggs-tra special
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Easter weekend was eggs-tra special
By SHAUNA BELYEU GENERAL MANAGER 
April 9, 2026
McIntosh County Easter weekend was filled with activity, even as spring storms forced a few last-minute changes across the area. At Lake Eufaula State Park and other locations, rising water and soggy ...
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Commissioner races highlight McIntosh County ballot
By SHAUNA BELYEU GENERAL MANAGER 
April 9, 2026
Filing for the 2026 election cycle has closed, leaving McIntosh County voters with a mix of uncontested races and a handful of competitive contests. Several county officials filed for re-election with...
10,000 drones depict 1 King Jesus over North America
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10,000 drones depict 1 King Jesus over North America
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
April 9, 2026
It was an extra-ordinary Holy Week in the U.S. with a spectacular light show that had never taken place before in Northern America. Thousands of drones lit up the sky over Manvel, TX as Aerial Illumin...
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City Wide Spring Trash Off Saturday, April 18
April 9, 2026
Must have current city water bill to bring items to Heritage Waste or Senior Citizen Center Trash pickup is available for the elderly and those unable to leave their homes. Call the Chamber of Commerc...
FFA loving Livestock Judging Contests
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FFA loving Livestock Judging Contests
April 9, 2026
On March 26 Checotah FFA traveled to Eastern Oklahoma State College in Wilburton for the CDE Contest, and they represented their town well. The Senior Livestock Judging Team was the 9th Overall Team. ...
Jade McPeak earns Top 3 in the state
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Jade McPeak earns Top 3 in the state
April 9, 2026
Results from the upcoming Oklahoma State FFA Convention & Expo have Jade McPeak as a Top 3 Proficiency Award Finalist in the area of Diversified Livestock Production. McPeak is one of the top three in...
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Volunteers needed at CARD Checotah Senior Center
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Volunteers needed at CARD Checotah Senior Center
April 9, 2026
The CARD program needs volunteers to help deliver meals to the homebound in the Checotah area. If you have a love for your elderly community and would like to contribute about 1.5 hours a weekday to d...
Eufaula Lady Ironheads wins Conference Tournament
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Eufaula Lady Ironheads wins Conference Tournament
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
April 9, 2026
The Eufaula Lady Ironheads continued to dominate the field as they won the Conference Golf Tournament held at Henryetta Country Club on Thursday. Eufaula had four girls place in the Top 10. Rylee McNe...
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Sooners season ends in Crown Championship game
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
April 9, 2026
Oklahoma let a late lead slip and fell 8982 to West Virginia in overtime Sunday in the College Basketball Crown championship at T-Mobile Arena. The Sooners erased a 15-point deficit and led by seven w...
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2026 Wildcat Golf Schedule
April 9, 2026
High School • April 9 — Roland – Ben Geren — Both • April 15 — Stigler – Briar Creek — Girls • April 16 — Stigler – Briar Creek — Boys • April 20 — Regionals — Girls • April 27 — Regionals — Boys Juni...
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2026 Checotah Track Schedule
April 9, 2026
HIGH SCHOOL April 10 — Hilldale April 16 — Catoosa April 24 — Inola May 2 — Regionals (TBA) May 8-9 — State (TBA) JUNIOR HIGH April 9 — Hilldale April 16 — Catoosa
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2026 Eufaula HS Golf Schedule
April 9, 2026
• April 9 — Henryetta HS Girls — Henryetta CC • April 15 — Stigler HS Girls — Stigler CC • April 16 — Stigler HS Boys — Stigler CC Postseason • April 20 — Girls Regional • April 27 — Boys Regional • M...
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Community Culture Church made Easter extra special
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Community Culture Church made Easter extra special
By Rodney Haltom Sports Editor 918-689-2191 ijsports@cookson.news 
April 9, 2026
For another year local church Community Culture Church went far and beyond to make this Easter Sunday even more special. They hosted a helicopter egg drop at Eufaula. Hundreds of kids both big and sma...
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C.A.R.D. Senior Nutrition menu
April 2, 2026
April 2 - 10 611 N. Broadway, Checotah Please call 918-237-1118 for meal reservations by 12 p.m. the day before services. Thursday, April 2: Sweet & sour chicken; Oriental veggies; blushing pears; ric...
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Texanna Lady Crafters
April 2, 2026
April showers bring May flowers, but for TLC, we love to “shower” our community by giving back. One of the ways you can help us give back is to come shop at our store! Hours are Friday/Saturday 10 a.m...
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Quote of the Week
April 2, 2026
“Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.” – Brene Brown, from her TED Talk, “The Power of Vulnerability”
FLEAS February Meeting
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FLEAS February Meeting
March 26, 2026
Our meeting was held at the Legacy on Main Street. Our hostesses were Barbara Johnsen, Kim Dawson and Cindy Troup. The theme was Founder’s Day with a lovely tribute to the past presidents. There were ...
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Carnival and Cruise Night coming to Checotah
April 9, 2026
A carnival is coming to Checotah the first weekend in May. Anyone interested in being a food or arts and craft vendor can get a vendor application from city hall. A whole weekend full of fun is schedu...
Resurrection Sunday was just the beginning
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Resurrection Sunday was just the beginning
April 9, 2026
As I watched one local church depict the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ this past Thursday and Friday and then heard my pastor and other pastors preach about the significance of the resu...
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McIntosh County GOP
April 9, 2026
McIntosh GOP is in a whirlwind of activity preparing for the Southeast Oklahoma Candidate Forum, which will feature our “First Ladies/ Gentleman Roundtable” hosted by our OKGOP National Committee Woma...
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