Lion of the Day Ashley Morris invited Labor Day Committee member Shannon Frair to the weekly meeting. Friar, who has helped plan and organize the activities in September for several years, told the Li...

We have endured two of Oklahoma’s hottest months on record. With triple digit heat being the norm, it’s important to know how we can keep our cool. Here are a few reminders as we continue to endure th...

Try to unlock the Okmulgee Times Treasure ChestStarting today, you can try your key on the treasure chest lock located at the Okmulgee Times, 320 W. 6th Street. The first person to open the chest will...

• Monday: Attended BOCC [County Commissioner’s] meeting. Went to the office and worked on paperwork. Worked on Inventory–specifically locating items on inventory with the clerk’s office.• Tuesday: Wor...

“Then King David went in and sat before the Lord, and said, ‘Who am I, O Lord God, and what is my house, that thou hast brought me thus far? And yet this was a small thing in thy eyes, O Lord God; tho...

“My grandma reminds me of the love of God because every time she comes to my house she brings me a present, or she takes me out to buy something for me,” says Will, 8. “She likes to go out to eat. We ...

The Okmulgee County Backto- School Prayer Walk will be held this Saturday, Aug. 5, beginning at 9 a.m. at Okmulgee High School’s Brock Gymnasium. Participants will gather before traveling to the vario...

Ron Jenkins is lucky winnerWe all get them in the mail - those big flyers from car dealerships claiming you won a prize, only to get there and receive nothing or a smaller prize than expected.In fact,...

Kaleah Barnett, Morris High School has been selected as a recipient of the 2023 E.M. “Nat” Watson Jr. Athletic Scholarship. The scholarship will be awarded at the Oklahoma African American Educators, ...

When it comes to back-to-school shopping, it’s important to keep financial information secure when seeking out deals. Arvest offers some best practices to help customers confidently tackle their shopp...

1:10 a.m. - 200 Block E. Broadway - Suspicious Person - RP advised of a subject walking around on his property in a white shirt and jeans, RP asked that an officer make contact.10:44 a.m. - 600 Block ...

• Monday: Attended BOCC Meeting, Went to office and worked on paperwork. Attended town hall meeting with Attorney General. Met with Communications Supervisor. Went to office and worked on paperwork un...

Hoffman Fellowship will celebrate the life of Rita Carson Saturday, July 29, at 3 p.m. with songs, praise and worship. Everyone is invited.August 5Back-to-School PrayerWalk |The Okmulgee County Back-t...

football field.All-State sponsored the Knights Annual Blowout Scramble. The group was formed to raise funds to support the Henryetta Public Schools football program.Christie Baldridge took on the lead...

On July 20, Governor Stitt held a ceremonial bill signing for House Bill 1789 authored by Rep. Chris Banning, R-Bixby.Banning, a Republican, is in his first term representing House District 24. His di...

The Okmulgee Community Playhouse will present “The Wizard of Oz” beginning tonight. This will be a fun show for the whole family. There are three opportunities to see local talent perform on the Orphe...

Current Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as “food stamps”) recipients who have been the victim of benefit theft due to card skimming, cloning and other fraudulent method...

Tickets available for purchaseThough the hot weather seems to be sticking around, you’re sure to find a cool spot at next weekend’s 7 Hills Music Fest, set for Saturday, Aug. 5, at Nichols Park.Brough...

A number of young hoopers were in attendance during the Okmulgee Community YMCA’s Youth Thunder Basketball Camp last week. Kids ages 6-14 participated in a number of activities and drills to improve t...

Julie Norem honored at luncheonThe Oklahoma 4-H Youth Development program is designed around the concept of learning by doing - and that concept isn’t just for club members. Parents and volunteers cam...