Faithful friends and fellow neighbors, As the year draws to a close, we want to thank you, our cherished readers and committed community. It has been an honor to share your stories, celebrate your mil...

Two locals, a mother and her daughter, are always “being good.” Janice Proctor and Lyesa Reynolds are no strangers to being on Santa’s nice list and would never think about getting on the naughty list...

Tuesday, December 24 at 12 p.m. at Checotah First United Methodist Church 419 W. Gentry Ave. When Christmas Isn’t So Merry – A Blue Christmas Service For anyone who is grieving, hurting or just tired ...

Peoples National Main Bank will close at 12 p.m. on Christmas Eve. The Drive In will close at 1 p.m. and the Walmart Branch will close at 3 p.m. and they will remain closed on Christmas Day. All offic...

Wednesday, December 25 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Checotah Multi-Purpose Building 201 Owens Ave. No inside dining Call in ordering or curbside pickup only Donations accepted & appreciated Sponsored by Mt. Olive...

“Tis the Season to be Jolly” so a boring Christmas party was not an option with Options special group who knows how to bring “Joy to the World.” So on Dec. 11, a host of angel volunteers helped with t...