DEAR ABBY: I have never been married. I've been perceived as a "playboy" for many years now. I don't mean to be, but when I sense the potential for a passionate romantic encounter with flowers, candy,...

This Sunday, July 8, 2018, is the SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY The readings for this Sunday are Exodus 20:1–17, Romans 6:(1–2) 3–11, andMatthew 5:(17–19) 20–26 Our Only Hope Is in Christ’s Righteousness...

Okmulgee SDA Church, on Hwy. 62 between Morris and Okmulgee Maranatha SDA Church, 1213 East Chicago Okmulgee, Oklahoma 74447 We invite you to join us at any of our services. Bible study, July 7, 9:30 ...

Ok it was requested so I am taking it on-the GRILL! Who doesn’t love a good grilled hamburger or steak? A piece of meat grilled correctly is a work of art. The flavor, the texture, the smell, and the ...

July 4 Fireworks and Festivities The City of Okmulgee will be holding their Independence Day festivities at 7:00 p.m., with fireworks taking off at 9:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 4, at the YMCA Municipal ...

We are natural born weak, coward, barbaric, self-centered, self-interested and with some survival kits and possessed with many diplomatic and cunning First Aid tools. At the same time, we are gifted b...

“For God alone, O my soul, wait in silence, for my hope is from Him”—Psalm 62:5 (ESV). For some time now, I’ve been bothered by the increasing level of noise in our world. While I used to turn on the ...

St. Michael Catholic Church 14th Sunday (Ez. 2: 2-5/2Cor. 12: 7-10/Mk. 6: 1-6) From the Holy Scriptures the Genesis Book, we have learned that Adam and Eve disobeyed God who created them! Their origin...

Family gatherings like reunions, picnics and potlucks can bring fun, the chance to reunite with family and, of course, food and celebration. While catching up with family is most important for many, f...

Gabrielle Reese and André Grissom are pleased to announce their engagement. Gabrielle Reese is from Foley, Mo. She is a legal assistant for Shea Kohl Law, LC in St. Charles Mo. Gabrielle is the daught...

Jean Craighead George (07-02-1919 to 05-15-2012) American writer of children and young adult books. We have (B-2) A Special Gift for Grammy; (YAF) The Cry of the Crow; Frightful’s Mountain; Julie; Jul...

Dear Abby DEAR ABBY: My parents went through a bitter divorce five years ago and have had little to no contact since then. During the process of the divorce, their communication was through my sibling...

I took a walk in the yard this week and the wild grape vines are bearing fruit! They aren’t quite ready yet, but will be very soon now. This popular fruit is packed with a lot of important nutrients. ...

Greater stability will help you follow through with your plans. Take hold of whatever situation you face and step up and make decisions that will encourage a better life. Sharing common interests with...