USPS rule change planned

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January 2, 2026

By PATRICK FORD Editor,

The United States Postal Service is heading into 2026 with a significant operational change that could affect millions of Americans who rely on the mail for time-sensitive documents-from mail-in ballots and tax payments to rent checks and court filings.

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Storm Spotter Training set

January 2, 2026

Residents interested in severe weather safety and community preparedness are invited to take part in an upcoming Storm Spotter Training hosted by Okmulgee County Emergency Management (OCEM) in partner...

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Charles McCall campaigning for governor’s seat

January 2, 2026

Part 1 of 2- Ask a politician a question, even a simple one, and any office-seeker worth his weight in subsidies and campaign donations will undoubtedly respond with a lengthy answer that might addres...

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Hwy 75 improvements on horizon

January 2, 2026

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT), in partnership with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), is moving forward with plans for a major improvement project along US-75 in Okmulgee, a...

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Commissioners hear trafficking awareness initiative proposal

January 2, 2026

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners devoted significant discussion during its regular meeting Monday, to a proposed countywide educational initiative aimed at raising awareness of human traffic...

Obituaries

Barbara Jeanette’ Mitchell

January 2, 2026

February 10, 1939 - December 30, 2025Barbara Jeannette’ Mitchell, 86, homemaker and resident of Okmulgee, passed away Tuesday, December 30, 2025. Barbara was born to Leroy B. Castleman and Anna Louise...

Obituaries

Rebecca Fay Gregory

January 2, 2026

May 6, 1956 - December 24, 2025Rebecca Fay Gregory, 69, of Dewar, passed away Wednesday, December 24, 2025, in Dewar. A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 2 p.m. at Integrity...

News

LIHEAP applications open Jan. 6

January 2, 2026

Oklahoma Human Services (OHS) will begin accepting online applications, Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026, for the low income home energy assistance program (LIHEAP) at OKDHSLive.org. This federally funded progra...

News

OC Sharks advance to 2026 Special Olympics Winter Games

January 2, 2026

The Okmulgee County Sharks are preparing to represent their community on a statewide stage after qualifying for the 2026 Special Olympics Oklahoma Winter Games, scheduled for Jan. 8-10, in Edmond and ...

News

Judge allows Attorney Governor to intervene in State Farm hail lawsuit

January 2, 2026

On Dec. 30, in a hearing over Attorney General Gentner Drummond’s effort to intervene in a homeowner’s lawsuit against State Farm, Oklahoma District Court Judge Amy Palumbo wasted no time in announcin...

Public Notices

12/21/2025

January 2, 2026

9:06 a.m. - 28900 Block S. 171 Rd. - RP advised her daughter called and stated they could hear her screaming, yelling and fighting with her boyfriend.10:53 a.m. - YMCA - RP advised of a grass fire.1:1...

Columns & Opinion

for all children.

January 2, 2026

Alma Flor Ada, Cuban-American author of children’s books, poetry and novels, celebrates her birth date on Jan. 3, 1938, in Camaguey, Cuba.Alma grew up in a big house on the outskirts of Camaguey, wher...