If you would like to list your meeting or event in the Community Area Calendar please email all the information to ladonna@cookson.news or text 479422-4210. You may also mail the information to McInto...

I know it appears we have been very quiet, but we are still busy, busy, busy! First thing is we are going to have a Senate District 8 debate on Feb. 13 at the VFW in Eufaula (121182 SH-9) at 6:30 p.m....

Free tax preparation service is being offered by the AARP Foundation beginning Feb. 14 and continuing through April 11. The service will be available on Fridays, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Eufaula C...

The deadline for submitting nominations for the 2024-25 Oklahoma Freedom of Information Award is Friday, Feb. 28 at 4 p.m. Each year, FOI Oklahoma celebrates the people and organizations who exemplify...

Last year the City of Checotah began working with the University of Oklahoma Institute for Quality Communities (IQC) on a project to revitalize the downtown business area to help support local busines...

Texanna Lady Crafter’s will be having a Valentine Bake Sale on Feb. 14 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Items offered will be homemade chocolate hearts, caramel chocolate hearts and other candies. Of course,...

The Okmulgee Public Schools Board approved a resignation agreement for Superintendent Clay Vinyard, effective June 30, 2025. Until then, Vinyard will be on administrative leave, with Assistant Superin...

Feb. 15 from 1-2 p.m. Honey Springs Visitor Center 423159 E 1030 Rd Checotah, OK

Jeff Ramsey brings a lifetime of service, dedication, and leadership to his candidacy for Oklahoma’s State Senate District 8. With extensive experience in law enforcement, military service, and commun...

Seasonal illnesses, including the flu, are significantly impacting blood donations. Oklahoma is among the hardest-hit states, with widespread flu cases leading to school closures and canceled high sch...

The Methodist Mission served multitudes last year in the Checotah Community and Pastor Mark Watson of the Checotah First United Methodist Church couldn’t be prouder as he brought their yearend report....

Gov. Kevin Stitt renewed his call to cut state income taxes and touted business-friendly policies he says have kept Oklahoma’s economy strong during his seventh State of the State address. We used gov...

Oklahoma Republican Gov. Kevin Stitt said he is ready to align his vision of lower spending and less taxes with the new Trump administration in Washington, D.C. Stitt, delivering his seventh state of ...

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Elevation is normal and stable, water temperature 42°F and stained. (USACE Lake Level) Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass fair on Alabama rigs, crankbaits, and jerk baits around channels, main l...

Close your eyes and turn your face into the wind. Feel it sweep along your skin in an invisible ocean of exultation. Suddenly, you know you are alive.” – Vera Nazarian

Participating in this year’s Rack Madness could land you a great prize. Two lucky participants will win a lifetime combination hunting and fishing license, and drawings and giveaways for other prizes ...

Janelle McKnight was the guest of honor at her retirement party held at the courthouse on Friday, Jan. 30. McKnight, who has held the position of McIntosh County Election Board Secretary for the last ...

February annually honors Black History Month. We celebrate the achievements and history of African Americans and their contributions to our society and the world. This specific month was chosen to coi...