Okmulgee Times Pet Calendar Contest Fetches $1,559 for OKCO Humane Society

Proceeds from the newspaper's second annual contest donated to help with animal care, food and vaccinations.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

The Okmulgee Times and Henryetta Free-Lance presented a check for $1,559 to the OKCO Humane Society, with the proceeds from the newspaper's second annual Pet Calendar Contest going towards animal care, food, and vaccinations at the organization's new state-of-the-art pet adoption center.

Why it matters

The donation from the pet calendar contest helps support the OKCO Humane Society's mission of providing care and finding homes for animals in need within the local community.

The details

Denise Frost and Tammy Shoemaker of the Okmulgee Times and Henryetta Free-Lance presented the check to OKCO Humane Society Board President Aimee Robinson, Executive Board Members, and Treasurer Nicole Winters. The funds will be used to help with animal care, food, and vaccinations at the organization's new pet adoption center, which is currently undergoing renovations and is scheduled to open in the spring.

  • The Okmulgee Times and Henryetta Free-Lance held their second annual Pet Calendar Contest.
  • The check for $1,559 was presented on February 14, 2026.

The players

Denise Frost

Representative from the Okmulgee Times and Henryetta Free-Lance.

Tammy Shoemaker

Representative from the Okmulgee Times and Henryetta Free-Lance.

Aimee Robinson

Board President of the OKCO Humane Society.

Nicole Winters

Treasurer of the OKCO Humane Society.

OKCO Humane Society

A local animal welfare organization that provides care and adoption services for animals in need.

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What’s next

The OKCO Humane Society's new pet adoption center is scheduled to open in the spring after ongoing renovations.

The takeaway

The success of the Okmulgee Times Pet Calendar Contest demonstrates the community's commitment to supporting local animal welfare efforts and the important role that media partnerships can play in raising funds and awareness for organizations like the OKCO Humane Society.