Muskogee’s 2024 news features city council changes, a bond election cancellation, and celebrations of its rich musical heritage
The city also took time to celebrate its musical roots, especially with the unveiling of a statue of Merle Haggard, which drew a crowd of fans. Meanwhile, Fort Gibson marked its 200th anniversary with a parade and a play that told a unique story from its history.
One of the major stories was the bond election that was set and then quickly called off. It was supposed to fund a new police station and community center, but residents raised concerns about the tax increase and lack of public input.
In other news, the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame is gearing up for a $2.4 million renovation, aiming to become a vibrant hub for music lovers.
The city manager, Mike Miller, left for a new role in Tulsa after eight years in Muskogee. His departure was part of a mutual agreement with the City Council.
On the sports front, the Muskogee Roughers faced a tough loss in the state championship but quickly hired a new coach with a strong track record.
Fort Gibson’s bicentennial celebrations included a play and the reopening of a historic site, adding to the community’s pride.
Lastly, a plea bargain was reached in a tragic murder case, and the City Council welcomed new members after the elections. Muskogee is looking ahead with plans for a county-wide sales tax vote to support emergency services, showing that the community is actively working towards improvement and growth.
