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When death steals a first-class friend
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When death steals a first-class friend
By LENORE BECHTEL 
June 25, 2025
I may have been the last person— other than her murderer—to talk to Selby Minner before her murder on Monday, June 9. She and I planned to meet that day, but when we talked by phone around 4:30 p.m., ...
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Minor leads lawmen on wild chase
June 25, 2025
A juvenile driving a stolen 2020 white Jeep Compass led lawmen on a chase that exceeded 110 miles per hour on U.S. 69 shortly after midnight on Friday, June 20. After the Eufaula Police Department was...
Smelser to become county treasurer July 1
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Smelser to become county treasurer July 1
By JERRY FINK MANAGING EDITOR 
June 25, 2025
Kimberly Smelser has been first deputy in the McIntosh County Treasurer’s Office since January 2021. On Tuesday, July 1, she will become county treasurer, replacing Betty Whisenhunt, whose final day i...
Texan wins NPFL tournament
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Texan wins NPFL tournament
By JUSTIN BROUILLARD 
June 25, 2025
After a storm-delayed start, the 2025 National Professional Fishing League Stop Four ended with fireworks. Texas pro Chad Marler stole the show on Finale Friday with a clutch 17-pound, 11-ounce bag, anchored by a jaw-dropping 8-1 largemouth that rocketed him into first place. His two-day total of 33-12 was enough to hold off Alabama’s Gerald Swindle, who nearly pulled off a comeback of his own wit...
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City Manager implements new core values
June 25, 2025
City Manager Jacob Foos has announced the implementation of a new set of core values designed to guide employee behavior, enhance public trust, and ensure exceptional service delivery for the City of ...
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Woman barefooted and pulling toy wagon fights officer
By JERRY FINK MANAGING EDITOR 
June 25, 2025
A barefooted 23-year-old Oktaha woman who was walking near I-40 pulling a toy wagon missing its front wheels has been arrested for assault and battery on a police officer, conspiracy to perform an act...
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When death steals a first-class friend
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When death steals a first-class friend
By LENORE BECHTEL 
June 25, 2025
I may have been the last person— other than her murderer—to talk to Selby Minner before her murder on Monday, June 9. She and I planned to meet that day, but when we talked by phone around 4:30 p.m., ...
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Minor leads lawmen on wild chase
June 25, 2025
A juvenile driving a stolen 2020 white Jeep Compass led lawmen on a chase that exceeded 110 miles per hour on U.S. 69 shortly after midnight on Friday, June 20. After the Eufaula Police Department was...
Smelser to become county treasurer July 1
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Smelser to become county treasurer July 1
By JERRY FINK MANAGING EDITOR 
June 25, 2025
Kimberly Smelser has been first deputy in the McIntosh County Treasurer’s Office since January 2021. On Tuesday, July 1, she will become county treasurer, replacing Betty Whisenhunt, whose final day i...
Sweet girl
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Sweet girl
June 25, 2025
This sweet girl is looking for her family or a new family. Call Jan Pipkins at 918-617-1562 for more information.
Texanna Lady Crafters
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Texanna Lady Crafters
By HELEN TREMAIN 
June 25, 2025
TLC continues to grow and add new members. Fresh ideas come with new crafters and unique crafting products for our store.This is in part due to the donations we receive from Eufaula and surrounding co...
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Pam Jackson was a Eufaula original
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Pam Jackson was a Eufaula original
June 25, 2025
On June 21, the Eufaula community celebrated the life of Pam Jackson (58) who passed away after a long battle with an illness. Jackson was a beloved mother, sister, grandmother and friend. Jackson was...
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Sixth Annual Golf Cart & SXS Parade
June 25, 2025
Meet at the Eufaula Armory (under the big tree) Line-up starts at 6:30 p.m. | The parade rolls out at 7 p.m. The route will start at Eufaula armory down Broadway to Lake Shore Drive around the cove an...
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Back-to-Back Glory: Panthers repeat as Stanley Cup Champs
June 25, 2025
The Florida Panthers roared into hockey history Tuesday night, dominating the Edmonton Oilers 5-1 in Game 6 to clinch their second straight Stanley Cup title. With the win, Florida becomes the NHL’s f...
Williams wins Okie Noodling Championship
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Williams wins Okie Noodling Championship
June 25, 2025
TESS MAUNE SOCIAL MEDIA A big congratulations to my buddy Phierce Williams who is this year’s Okie Noodling champion. He won both the adult and kids divisions of the Okie Noodling tournament down in P...
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The Wild Rose Winery, 207
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The Wild Rose Winery, 207
June 25, 2025
The Wild Rose Winery, 207 ½ N. Main St., is more than just a destination – it’s a celebration of faith, friendship and flavor. Stop and smell the rose’. Psalm 104:15. Hours: Thursday, 2 p.m. to 8 p.m....
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God’s delays are not necessarily denials!
May 14, 2025
God’s delays are not His denials. Even when you’re hurting, God is still working. He’s still working in this world right now through Jesus for our salvation, and He offers eternal hope to you today. T...
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Can one person really make a difference?
May 14, 2025
Many of the Samaritans from that town believed in him because of the woman’s testimony, “He told me everything I ever did.” So, when the Samaritans came to him, they urged him to stay with them, and h...
LECC men sing a Mother’s Day surprise.
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LECC men sing a Mother’s Day surprise.
May 14, 2025
LECC men sing a Mother’s Day surprise. Most had never sung on stage before, but inexperience didn’t keep them from booming out their baritone, tenor, and bass voices in the Lake Eufaula Christian Chur...
April birthdays
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April birthdays
May 7, 2025
Jeannie Russell and Sondra Coughlin Eufaula celebrated their April birthdays recently during the Senior Lunch program at the community center.
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Library News
By AMANDA GRANTHAM BRANCH MANAGER 
June 25, 2025
We are already halfway through our Summer Reading Program and have many fun things planned for the second half. Join us at the library! We have Summer Reading calendars available at the circulation de...
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McAlester man drowns
June 25, 2025
Authorities reported that Arturo Villegas-Rodriguez, 23, of McAlester, drowned on Lake Eufaula shortly before 11 p.m. Thursday. The Marine Enforcement Division of the Department of Public Safety is in...
Forgiveness for all
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Forgiveness for all
June 25, 2025
Christ paid the ultimate sacrifice to extend forgiveness for all. So God, why is forgiveness so hard? Why do bad things to us and those we love? Why is there so much anger and animosity in the world? ...
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