Okmulgee residents, business leaders, and educators came together on Feb. 27 at Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology (OSUIT) to celebrate a major step forward in the city’s digital transf...

Advocating for the welfare of animals while fostering community partnerships, the Vets for Pets Committee held its regular meeting on Saturday, Feb. 8, at VFW Post 1189. The event brought together com...

It has been an interesting first month of the legislative session at the Oklahoma State Capitol with the focus on committee work.This year, the House of Representatives requires every bill to pass bot...

Judges 10:10-16 - Then the Israelites cried out to the Lord, “We have sinned against you, forsaking our God and serving the Baals.” The Lord replied, “When the Egyptians, the Amorites, the Ammonites, ...

Lewis Copeland tells the story of a mother who boasted about the good manners of her little darling at a dinner party.“Charlie, my dear, won’t you have some beans?” she said.“No,” was the ill-mannered...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You might feel like you have extra energy to chase goals and take bold actions this week, Aries. Your natural drive will be strong. Find opportunities to assert yourself in new a...

The Shoney’s Night State Championship Rings Fundraiser for the Dewar Dragons football team was an incredible success this week. The Henryetta restaurant was packed all night long in support of these w...

It’s a Masquerade Party this Saturday as the Henryetta Chamber of Commerce celebrates at its 110th annual banquet at the Henryetta High School Cafeteria. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and dinner is served p...

CM-2025-0006402/21/2025 State of Oklahoma vs. Baxendale, Kayle Patrick DUI Alcohol CM-2025-0006502/21/2025 State of Oklahoma vs. Gryner, Bobbie Trespassing After Being Forbidden CM-2025-0006602/24/202...

When most people think about law enforcement, they picture flashing lights, crime scenes, or highspeed chases. But for the deputies of the Okmulgee County Sheriff ’s Office (OCSO), the job is much mor...

A tragic single-vehicle accident claimed the lives of two Weleetka men early Thursday morning west of Henryetta.According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, the fatal collision occurred at approximately ...

Seniors and individuals with disabilities can have concerns about possible declines in health. While it is never too early to start discussing care options, many may not know where to start. The Long-...

The Okmulgee County Humane Society is beyond excited to welcome Destany Ferreira to the family. With her passion for animals, dedication to our community and heart for helping those in need, OCHS know...

With March just around the corner, high school baseball and slowpitch softball teams across Okmulgee County are gearing up for the 2025 spring season. The schedules for the area teams have been releas...

A great 2024-25 season came to an end for the Dewar Lady Dragons basketball team Monday at the Mvskoke Dome in Regionals. Dewar finished the season at 22-3. Pictured is some of the action from the pla...

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You might feel like you have extra energy to chase goals and take bold actions this week, Aries. Your natural drive will be strong. Find opportunities to assert yourself in new a...

A Democratic lawmaker is challenging Gov. Kevin Stitt’s return- to-work order for state employees, claiming the governor overstepped his authority into policies that should be decided by the legislati...

The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 539 in Henryetta is set to host its Feed the Vets program, a community event dedicated to serving military veterans and their dependents. The program, aimed at provid...

With February being Black History Month, a spotlight is being shown on the men and women who have or are serving in the military.That drive, along with an effort to restore a significant part of Okmul...