Cookson Hills Publishers, Inc.

07/16/2025

At our newspapers, we believe in the power of local traditions. Whether it’s a town festival, a county fair, or a long-standing community celebration, these moments bring us together—and we’re proud to help capture them in print.

Our special sections aren’t just about covering events—they’re about preserving stories, honoring heritage, and connecting neighbors. They become keepsakes, reminders of what makes our towns special.

Advertising in these sections gives local businesses a chance to be part of something meaningful. It’s not just promotion—it’s participation in the life of the community.

Because at the end of the day, we’re more than a newspaper—we’re part of the fabric that holds the community together.

🔥 Businesses- we’re putting together our Whole Hawg special section – and you don’t want to miss it! DEADLINE July 17th!

📅 Includes the full schedule of events:
• Poker Run
• Rodeo
• Cookers
• People's Choice Awards
• Car Show
• Under One Roof Sale
• Vendors – and more!

📍 Distributed in three big ways:
📰 Inserted in the Eufaula and Checotah newspapers – July 24
🌐 Published on both newspaper websites
🎉 Handed out at the event!

📣 Perfect opportunity to:
• Promote your business or specials
• Drive foot traffic the week of the event
• Boost your visibility in the community
• Send customers to your website

Want in? Let us help you stand out during Whole Hawg Weekend! 🐖 Eufaula - Call 918-689-2191, Checotah - Call 918-473-2313

Lake Eufaula, Oklahoma Eufaula Area Chamber

07/09/2025

🎯 At Cookson Hills Publishers, we believe local news should be fun, too! That’s why our newspapers love hosting community games like Treasure Hunts, Bingo, and more — all designed to engage our readers while supporting our amazing local advertisers. 🗞️🧩🎉

From picking up clues to visiting local shops, these games bring neighbors together, boost local business, and remind us all how special it is to be part of a small-town community. 💛🏘️

Keep an eye on your local paper — the next game might be coming soon! 👀🗺️

🎉🗝️ The Stigler News-Sentinel Treasure Hunt has officially begun! 🗝️🎉

Ready to unlock some fun? 🔐💰 Swing by the Stigler News-Sentinel to grab your first key and pick up a paper to find out how YOU can collect keys from 9 awesome local businesses! 🗞️🏃‍♀️

💎 GRAND PRIZE SPONSOR:
🏠 Wimberly’s Home Furnishings

🔑 Participating Treasure Spots:
💐 Mimi’s Flowers & Gifts
🔨 Stigler Home Center
🌸 Stigler Flower Box
✨ Sparkle & Rust
💇 Curl Up & Dye
🛞 Buchanan Quick L**e & Tire
🧰 Stigler True Value
☕ Patriot Cafe

Let the hunt begin — and may the best treasure seeker win! 🏴‍☠️💎


Official Rules
- No purchase is necessary! Come by our office at 204 S. Broadway to request and receive one key* or visit the participating businesses and shop to get additional keys*.
- Participating business will distribute keys based on their own individual promotions.) Keys can be collected starting on Thursday July 3, 2025 by visiting participating businesses or by visiting the Stigler News-Sentinel office.
- Beginning on Monday July 21, 2025 you may try your keys in our Treasure Chest lock. (Non-winning keys holders will be asked to provide contact information and will be entered into a second-chance drawing that will be held at the end of the contest if the lock has not been opened.)
- Key attempts may only be made during regular business hours.
- Only one key may be tried at a time. If there is a line and you have multiple keys, you may only try one key and then move to the back of the line to attempt your additional key.
- If the lock has not been opened by Monday August 25 by noon, we will draw from the list of non-winning key holders. Contestants must be 18 years or older to play.
- Stigler News-Sentinel employees and their immediate family members are not eligible to win. Participating sponsors are only eligible to win if keys are collected from other businesses.
- Stigler News-Sentinel assumes no responsibility for accidents or injuries sustained by contest participants. Participants are urged to use good sportsmanship and well-mannered conduct.
- Violators may be disqualified and forfeit any claim to the prize.
- All applicable rules, laws and regulations must be followed.
- Chances of winning depend of total number of keys distributed. A winner is guaranteed, because if the lock is not opened by a winning key during the promotion, a winner will be drawn from the second-chance drawing entries. *While supplies last.

06/23/2025

Congratulations to Shauna at the Eufaula Indian Journal and Denise at Okmulgee Times!

06/16/2025

Congratulations to Lynn Adams at the Sequoyah County Times a Cookson Hills Publishers paper.

06/16/2025

Muldrow, Roland, Vian, and all of Eastern Sequoyah County - here is your chance to get your business in BOTH the Vian Tenkiller News and the Eastern Times-Register! DEADLINE is today! Don't miss your chance!

‼️DEADLINE TODAY‼️
Story + Ad in TWO PAPERS!

🌟 Meet the Merchants! 🌟 Want to introduce your business to our local readers? The Meet the Merchants section is the perfect way to tell your story and showcase what makes your business special! Two ad size available and both include space to introduce your business.

This special section runs June 25 in both the Vian Tenkiller News AND Eastern Times Register — giving your business great local exposure!

📅 Deadline to reserve your spot: June 16
📞 Call Melanie, Jan, or Carrie at 918-775-4433 to claim your space!

Let your community get to know you! 💼✨

06/14/2025

👏 So proud of the Okmulgee Times! Congratulations to the entire team. 📰

🏆 Okmulgee Times Recognized at State Press Convention!We’re proud to share that the Okmulgee Times earned multiple honors at the Oklahoma Press Association’s annual Better Newspaper Contest:
🥇 1st Place – Sales Promotion🥈 2nd Place – Layout and Design🥉 3rd Place – Advertising
👏 The convention also recognized publishing pioneer Russell M. Perry, founder of The Black Chronicle, with the prestigious H. Milt Phillips Award.
🎉 Congrats to our own Denise Gordon Frost on her induction into the Quarter Century Club — a well-earned recognition of her commitment and contributions to local journalism!
📖 See the full story in today’s edition of the Okmulgee Times or read it online here:🔗 https://www.yourokmulgee.com/2025/06/13/press-association-presents-awards-at-annual-convention/
🗞️ Don’t miss a beat — subscribe today at www.yourokmulgee.com

06/12/2025

The Oklahoma Press Association presented its Better Newspaper Contest Awards during the OPA Annual Convention June 6-7, at the Grand Casino Hotel and Resort in Shawnee.

06/11/2025

🌟 Meet the Merchants! 🌟 Want to introduce your business to our local readers? The Meet the Merchants section is the perfect way to tell your story and showcase what makes your business special! Two ad size available and both include space to introduce your business.

This special section runs June 25 in both the Vian Tenkiller News AND Eastern Times Register — giving your business great local exposure!

📅 Deadline to reserve your spot: June 16
📞 Call Melanie, Jan, or Carrie at 918-775-4433 to claim your space!

Let your community get to know you! 💼✨

05/21/2025

👉 Hurry—entries close May 28! Don’t miss your chance to ditch the disaster and win Dad the recliner he actually wants. 📅 Submit your photo today!

🚨 Is YOUR Dad’s Recliner an Eyesore? 🚨It’s time to put that tattered, lopsided, duct-taped disaster on display!

📸 Snap a photo of your dad’s ugly recliner and enter the Ugly Recliner Contest—just in time for Father’s Day!

🪑 Send your pic to [email protected] or bring it by 320 W 6th St in Okmulgee by May 28th.
🙅‍♂️ No Facebook submissions, please!

The ugliest chair wins a brand new recliner from Burnett’s Furniture in Henryetta!

🖥️ More details at yourokmulgee.com and henryettafree-lance.com
Tag a friend who’s got the worst chair in town—let’s give Dad an upgrade he actually deserves! 💺🔥

05/21/2025

The Stigler News-Sentinel staff has began working on the 58th Annual Reunion Days publication. Contact us today if your business is interested in being highlighted in this year's special publication at [email protected] or 918-967-4655

Thank you for your continued support of the Stigler News-Sentinel.

05/21/2025

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