Eufaula Indian Journal

11/27/2025

🦃🍁 Happy Thanksgiving! Today we’re especially grateful for our community… and for the creative young minds who make our annual “How to Cook a Turkey” tradition so much fun.

This year’s elementary student submissions were packed with imagination, laughter, and the kind of holiday joy only kids can deliver. From bold cooking strategies to unexpected ingredients, their “recipes” remind us not to take the season too seriously.

Here’s one last peek… who’s ready for more? Find the full feature in this week’s Eufaula Indian Journal! 📰✨

Wishing you and your family a warm, laughter-filled Thanksgiving! 🍂

11/27/2025

🚨Black Friday Sale Happening Now!🚨

Welcome to Cookson Hills Publishers With a proud legacy in local newspapers, Cookson Hills Publishers has grown into a full-service media company offering digital marketing, promotional printing, and special publications—all designed to serve and strengthen our communities. Our nine newspapers del...

11/27/2025

🦃✨ One of the sweetest holiday traditions is back! Our local elementary students have once again delivered their hilarious and heartfelt versions of “How to Cook a Turkey.”

From wild temperature guesses to truly creative cooking steps, these kids never disappoint—and their imaginations are the best part of the season.

Here’s a preview… who’s ready for more? Find the full collection in this week’s Eufaula Indian Journal! 📰✨

11/26/2025

The debate over whether private-school football teams should compete against public-school programs in the postseason has intensified across Oklahoma and the nation. At the heart of the issue is one central question: Is the playing field truly level?

Why private schools should not compete against public schools in the Postseason

11/26/2025

The Haltom’s Huddle Holiday Food Drive is underway now through December 15! We’re collecting non-perishable food items to support families in our community.
Drop off donations at these locations:

• 100 N. 2nd Street, Eufaula (Indian Journal)
• 300 S. Broadway, Checotah (The Democrat)

Thank you for helping us make a difference this holiday season.

11/26/2025

Haltom’s Huddle Holiday Food Drive underway
Sports Editor Rodney Haltom continues his personal mission to help feed those in need during the upcoming holiday season in McIntosh County.

He has launched a food drive, seeking canned or dry food that can be dropped off at the Eufaula Indian Journal by the McIntosh County Democrat. Deadline is Dec. 19 so foods can be delivered to local charities.

Sports Editor Rodney Haltom continues his personal mission to help feed those in need during the upcoming holiday season in McIntosh County.

11/25/2025

Kacin Bass of Eufaula has been riding to success since the first time he burst out of the chute — and he’s not slowing down anytime soon. The young cowboy has already wrangled an impressive list of accomplishments, including NHSRA National Finals Qualifier, JR NFR Central Region Champion, JR NFR Las Vegas Qualifier, Average Saddle Bronc Champion at the OKHSRA State Finals, and multiple Open Rodeo Saddle Bronc Championships across Oklahoma and beyond.

Kacin Bass of Eufaula has been riding to success since the first time he burst out of the chute — and he’s not slowing down anytime soon. The young cowboy has already wrangled an impressive list of accomplishments, including NHSRA National Finals Qualifier, JR NFR Central Region Champion, JR NFR...

11/25/2025

🦃✨ It’s one of my favorite traditions of the season…
Our annual “How to Cook a Turkey” feature, written by the brilliant minds of our local elementary students! From 500-degree ovens to 3-hour microwave plans, these recipes never disappoint. 😂

We love celebrating their creativity and sharing a little holiday joy with the community. Here’s a preview — catch more in this week’s Eufaula Indian Journal! 📰✨

11/25/2025

The Eufaula Ironhead October Middle School Students of the Month include:

⭐6th grade:
- Paige Smith
- Kaden Chiles

⭐7th grade:
- Elizabeth Davis
- Mason Taylor

⭐8th grade:
- Riley Garner
- Andrew Anderson

Read their goals & aspirations here:

The October Middle School Students of the Month include: 6th grade:

11/25/2025

Well, would you look at that.

Eufaula, Oklahoma isn’t the kind of place where the universe usually pulls up a chair and gets dramatic. But this fall, while we were mowing lawns, fixing fence posts, and arguing over college football, something slipped behind the Sun, poked a cosmic button, and ended up flipping the sky on like someone leaned on the wrong light switch.

That “something” was 3I/ATLAS—our wandering interstellar guest cruising through the solar system with the casual swagger of a traveler who’s seen bigger, stranger places.

Well, would you look at that.

11/24/2025

Mural dedication honors Watts’ legacy and leadership

Friends, family and officials attended a powerful moment of community pride on Monday as a new mural honoring former U.S. Congressman and Eufaula native J.C. Watts is officially dedicated at City Hall. Sponsored by Vision Eufaula, the public art project pays tribute not only to one of the town’s most influential leaders, but also tells the broader story of Eufaula’s heritage and the people who helped shape it.

The mural was brought to life by Oklahoma artist Jack Fowler, whose work is widely known for capturing the spirit and stories of the state’s people. Fowler developed the rendering of J.C. Watts with the intention of honoring both the man and the community that shaped him. Fowler’s involvement helps ensure that the mural not only reflects Watts’ achievements, but also connects visually to Eufaula’s heritage and the values Vision Eufaula aims to highlight in its revitalization projects.

Full Story: https://www.eufaulaindianjournal.com/2025/11/19/mural-dedication-honors-watts-legacy-leadership/

11/24/2025

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