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Heritage Home Care Inc. celebrates three years of patient-centered growth in rural Oklahoma

March 4, 2026

Heritage Home Care Inc., a locally owned and operated home health agency headquartered in Eufaula, is celebrating its third anniversary of serving patients and families across eastern and southeastern...

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Gear up and grab your green

March 4, 2026

Break out the shamrocks, dust off the tutus and lace up those running shoes, the Eufaula Green Run 5K is back for its sixth year, bringing a splash of Irish spirit to the shoreline of Lake Eufaula. Ho...

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Mayor issues proclamation honoring late editor Jerry Fink

By Shauna Belyeu General Manager

March 4, 2026

On March 2, the Eufaula City Council opened its regular meeting by honoring the life and legacy of longtime journalist Jerry Fink. Mayor James Hickman read a formal proclamation recognizing the late E...

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C.A.R.D. Senior Nutrition menu

March 4, 2026

March 9 - March 13 121 High St., Eufaula Please call 918-689-3342 for meal reservations by 12 p.m. the day before services. Monday, March 9: Chili; baked potato; pears; crackers; cookie; milk Tuesday,...

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Butler captured on Kerr Lake after two-week manhunt

By AMIE CATO-REMER COURTESY

March 4, 2026

After nearly two weeks on the run that included a reported kidnapping and a multi-county search, escaped inmate Robey L. Butler was captured Monday morning near Keota, bringing a tense manhunt to a safe conclusion. According to the Oklahoma Department of Corrections (ODOC), Butler, 36, was taken into custody at around 9:25 a.m. March 2, 12 days after he unlawfully walked away from the Jackie Brann...

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Game Ball

March 4, 2026

EHS Superintendent Montie Guthrie accepts a game ball donation from Board Vice President Martha Asher. The game ball is signed by all the members and coaches of the 2020 Lady Ironheads basketball team...

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Family and friends say farewell to Tracy Scroggins and his mother

By LaDonna Rhodes Staff Writer

March 4, 2026

It was a sad day when Checotah heard of the passing of one of their own, Tracy Scroggins, whose name lives on at the field house and playground in his hometown. Scroggins passed away at the age of 56 ...

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Gear up and grab your green

March 4, 2026

Community Calendar, news

Heritage Home Care Inc. celebrates three years of patient-centered growth in rural Oklahoma

March 4, 2026

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City invests in firefighter safety with new protective gear

By Shauna Belyeu General Manager

March 4, 2026

The Eufaula Fire Department is better equipped to protect both firefighters and the community following a $147,000 investment approved by the Eufaula City Council in August for critical gear and equip...

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C.A.R.D. Senior Nutrition menu

March 4, 2026

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Wild Onion Dinner

March 4, 2026

The Eufaula-Canadian Tribal Town will be hosting the annual Wild Onion Dinner on Saturday, March 14, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Eufaula Indian Community Nutrition Center, 800 Birkes Rd., Eufaula. The ...

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Still singing forward

By MICHAEL BARNES

March 4, 2026

The Creek Baptist Alliance held its revival Feb. 22-25 at the Eufaula Indian Community Center. On the final night, the service opened quietly. People gathered and took their seats as conversations fad...

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Miller punched ticket to State

March 4, 2026

Payden Miller of Checotah punched his ticket to the state-wrestling meet after placing fourth in the Class 3A East Regionals at Blackwell.

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Alvidrez wins PBR Premier Tour debut

By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR

March 4, 2026

Andrew Alvidrez went a perfect 3-for-3 to win the debut of Professional Bull Riders’ (PBR) Unleash The Beast (UTB) in Bridgeport Saturday night before a sold-out crowd at Total Mortgage Arena. Alvidre...

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A season of heart: Eufaula Lady Ironheads and Checotah Wildcats close out memorable runs

March 4, 2026

As the final buzzer echoed across gym floors and the nets were clipped one last time, three teams left it all on the court, and in doing so, left their mark on their communities. For the Eufaula Lady ...

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52nd Annual Checotah Band Daze

March 4, 2026

Checotah hosted their 52nd Annual Band Daze February 19 – 20 with 35 bands from across the state of Oklahoma competing in the twoday competition. Canadian HS Band directed by Glenn Sizemore and Barbar...

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Checotah Wildcats fall to Keys Cougars, 67-57

By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR

March 4, 2026

The Checotah Wildcats battled from start to finish but were unable to overcome a strong offensive showing by the Keys Cougars, falling 6757 in a hard-fought contest. Checotah came out aggressive in th...

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Victory Christian ends season for Lady Wildcats

By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR

March 4, 2026

The Victory Christian Lady Conquerors brought the Checotah Lady Wildcats’ (4-18) season to a close Friday at Keys with a 48-34 regional victory. Checotah came out strong in the opening quarter, settin...

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Texanna Lady Crafters

By Shauna

February 27, 2026

The Texana Lady Crafters are more than a shop. They are a dedicated group of volunteers who pour their time and talent into handcrafted treasures, including baby quilts, handbags, wreaths, floral arra...

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Free tax preparation available

February 25, 2026

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...

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Kay Foley Presentation Report

February 25, 2026

Last Friday afternoon, Kay Foley gave a presentation in the Follansbee Room at the Eufaula Memorial Library, offering a thoughtful look at local history through family stories and reflections on the p...

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Paws N Claws Community Pet Pantry continues operations

February 25, 2026

Paws N Claws Community Pet Pantry located at the Eufaula Indian Journal has set new hours but continues its operations to help those in need in the McIntosh County area. Monday through Friday from 1 p...

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Senior Center menu

February 25, 2026

March 2 - 6, 2026 Monday, March 2: Chicken & Noodles; cabbage; pickled beets; cake; milk Tuesday, March 3: Chef salad w/ ham, cheese and egg; baked potato; croutons; cream pie; milk Wed., March 4: She...

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Major & Professional Tournaments

February 25, 2026

• Major League Fishing (MLF) Phoenix Bass Fishing League – Lake Eufaula April 11, 2026 Nichols Point, Lake Eufaula, OK – Takeoff ~7 AM CT, Weigh-In ~3 PM CT. One of the MLF regional league events open...

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Mayor issues proclamation honoring late editor Jerry Fink

By Shauna Belyeu General Manager

March 4, 2026

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Saint Francis Health System expands in Eufaula

March 4, 2026

Saint Francis Health System is proud to expand in Eufaula, working to bring emergency services back to the community. The health system is preparing an existing building near the former hospital site ...

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Commutation Hearing set in Jerry Don Hurst murder case

By Shauna Belyeu General Manager

March 4, 2026

Danny Turner was convicted of first-degree murder in 1992 for the 1991 poisoning death of his Checotah High School classmate, Jerry Don Hurst. Turner was convicted and sentenced by a McIntosh County j...

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Abner Haynes

By By Michael Barnes

March 4, 2026

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EHS goes Hollywood

March 4, 2026

Eufaula High School Presents “EHS Goes Hollywood” Drama Awards Banquet and Murder Mystery featuring virtual keynote speaker Don Zolidis The Eufaula High School Speech and Drama Department is rolling o...