City Hall will open at 8:30 today due to storms.
Warming Centers Open After Last Night’s Tornadoes
In response to last night’s tornadoes, the American Red Cross has opened warming centers for those affected and in need:
Choctaw Area: Choctaw Elementary, 14667 3rd St, Choctaw, OK
Harrah/McLoud Area: Firelake Grand Casino, 777 Grand Casino Blvd, Shawnee, OK
Disaster Impact Survey
Please help local and state authorities understand areas affected by last nights tornados by filling out this survey. Report damage to homes, businesses, or agriculture – multiple submissions are welcome if needed.
This survey does not guarantee assistance, but your contact info will help connect you with resources and applications if available. Report utility outages to your provider, and if you’re in immediate danger, call 9-1-1.
http://damage.ok.gov
Thank you for helping us assess the impact and needs in our community.
The next City Council/CUA meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 6:00 pm at City Hall. Agendas can be found on the City website at https://www.mychoctaw.org/documents/government/agenda-center/city-council---choctaw-utilities-authority/2024-council%2Fcua-agendas/560467
Water Outage Notice-
Please be advised that the water will be temporarily shut off in the area around Gilbert and Main Street for 4-6 hours due to unplanned maintenance on the waterlines.
Thank you for your patience.
Business Spotlight: Lane’s Roofing & Construction LLC
Founded in 1999, Lane’s Roofing & Construction LLC is a proud locally owned and operated business in the Choctaw area. Led by Jeff Lane, a former Choctaw High School graduate, the company is dedicated to serving our community with integrity and expertise.
Lane’s Roofing specializes in a wide range of services, including professional installation of new roofs, reroofing, new home and shop construction, home remodeling, siding, gutters, windows, flooring, and painting.
Jeff believes in building long-term relationships with his clients by taking the time to explain coverage options and working alongside you and your insurance company to ensure a smooth process.
For reliable roofing and construction services backed by a community-focused approach, choose Lane’s Roofing & Construction LLC!
🚨 Important Notice 🚨
We have discovered a comment in the discussion section of the Veterans Day event page from Anna Berry regarding vendor spaces and food trucks. Please note that Anna Berry is not affiliated with the City of Choctaw.
If you have been in contact with this person and paid a vendor fee, please reach out to the Choctaw Police Department at 405-769-3821.
🎄Christmas is coming... and that means The Christmas Market at Choctaw Creek Park! 🎄
Bring the whole family on Saturday, December 14th from 2 PM to 6 PM for an afternoon filled with festive fun in the big pavilion:
🎅 Pictures with Santa
🚲 Bike raffle
🎶 Christmas music
🍫 Hot chocolate and cider
🍔 Food trucks & vendors
Let’s make this holiday season unforgettable!
Location: Choctaw Creek Park, 2001 N Harper St, Choctaw, OK 73020
The city would like to extend a huge thank you to all the Choctaw High School students who volunteered for Halloween in the Park! Your hard work and enthusiasm were integral to the weekend's success. From assisting with kids' activities to helping with decorations and being super scary in the haunted trails, you made a significant impact.
We also want to express our gratitude to Ms. Trousset, Ms. Zook, Ms. Dennis, and Ms. Albertson for coordinating the students for this event. Thank you all for making this Halloween celebration a memorable one!
Good Saturday morning, Choctaw! 🎃 The Halloween fun continues today! Team Pure Pressure is at Choctaw Creek Park hosting a sound system competition from 10 AM to 5 PM. 🔊 Get ready to feel the beat! Then at 5 PM, they’ll turn down the bass as Haunted Hollow kicks off for a spooky evening. 👻 Team Pure Pressure is also hosting tonight’s Trunk or Treat, so bring the family out for an unforgettable night of Halloween fun! 🎃👻
There will be vendors and food trucks to keep you fueled up, plus an outdoor showing of Hocus Pocus on the big screen! 🍿✨ Bring your lawn chairs and blankets—the movie starts at 6:45 PM!
For anyone brave enough... the Haunted Trails open at dusk and stay open until 11 PM.
🎃👻 Come out to the park this weekend for a spooktacular good time! 👻🎃
Be sure to check the City's Garage Sale page! There are over 20 permitted garage sales in Choctaw this weekend!! Support your community and shop local! https://www.mychoctaw.org/o/choctaw/page/garage-sales
🎃👻 Halloween at Choctaw Creek Park Starts TOMORROW NIGHT! 👻🎃
Get ready for a spooktacular weekend filled with fun, frights, and festivities!
We want to give a huge THANK YOU to our amazing sponsors for making The Haunted Hollow possible: Waste Connections, Choctaw Kiwanis and Walmart!
While you are at the park, if you are BRAVE enough, be sure and visit The Haunted Trails ($10 admission) with proceeds benefiting the Choctaw Volunteer Fire Fighters Association!
Water is being shut off for unplanned repairs on Harper, from Grand north to 3rd Street. The estimated time for repairs to be completed is 4-6 hours. We appreciate your patience and will provide updates as needed.
Turkey & Tunes for Seniors!
Join us on November 18th, 2024, from 3-5 PM at My BBQ for dinner and Singo Bingo, featuring classic oldies music!
Enjoy a delicious Holiday Plate with turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, and green beans, or choose a BBQ Dinner with your favorite meat and sides. All meals come with tea or lemonade!
This is a FREE EVENT for adults 65+, sponsored through the Senior Alliance Program and funded by The Oklahoma City Community Foundation.
Date: November 18th, 2024
Time: 3-5 PM
Location: My BBQ
Reservations required: Contact Lorna at 405-390-8040
Come for the food, stay for the fun, and let's celebrate the season together!
🎃 Halloween at Choctaw Creek Park is just 2 days away! 👻
Join us this Friday and Saturday night for the Haunted Trails, open from dusk until 11 PM. Admission is just $10 per person.
For a little less fright and a whole lot of fun, bring the kiddos to the Haunted Hollow!
Don't miss out—check the event page for all the details. We can't wait to see you there!
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Choctaw Business Spotlight: FNB Community Bank
We’re proud to highlight FNB Community Bank, a locally owned community bank with an incredible 81-year history! With several full-service branches throughout eastern Oklahoma County and the OKC metro, FNB continues to prove its commitment to the community every day. Their business philosophy, “Oklahomans doing business with Oklahomans,” shines through in everything they do.
The Croak family remains actively involved in the bank’s daily management, and our very own Choctaw branch on NE 23rd St. is managed by Darrell Titsworth. Next time you’re in town, stop by and say hello!
#ShopLocal #ChoctawBusiness
Choctaw's Paint Oklahoma Beautiful project has been named a finalist!
The City of Choctaw and other organizations will be honored at the 34th Environmental Excellence Celebration on Friday, November 22, at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City.
🏆 Winners for the Paint Oklahoma Beautiful projects and other categories will be announced that evening.
🎃🎃🎃Halloween at Choctaw Creek Park is happening this weekend! Get ready for an exciting time with the Haunted Trails and Haunted Hollow! 🎃🎃🎃
This year the Choctaw Volunteer Fire Fighters Association is bringing back the Super Spooky Haunted Trails (As seen on Google Maps)!
👻Join us for the Haunted Trails on Friday and Saturday night from dusk until 11 PM. Admission is just $10 per person, and all proceeds benefit the Choctaw Volunteer Fire Fighters!
If you’re looking for a little less fright, but still a lot of fun, the Haunted Hollow is perfect for you!
🦇Join us Friday night for an 80-foot toxic drop obstacle course, Toxic Wipe Out, and The Wrecking Ball! DJ Robby will be spinning awesome tunes, plus there will be food, vendors, and some trick-or-treat fun!
🕷️On Saturday, enjoy food vendors and trick-or-treating, but the REAL treat is watching Hocus Pocus under the stars! Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and pillows to cuddle up and enjoy this Halloween classic!
There’s no admission fee for the Haunted Hollow, and the movie and activities are free!
For more information, scan the QR code on the flyer! We can't wait to see you there!
The October 30, 2024 Choctaw Economic Development Authority meeting has been cancelled. View the PDF here of the cancellation: https://www.mychoctaw.org/documents/government/agenda-center/choctaw-economic-development-authority-(ceda)/2024-ceda-agendas/575549
