John J. Muth, American author and illustrator of children’s books, graphic novels and comic books, celebrates his birth date on July 28, 1960, in Cincinnati.His mother is an art teacher and John has b...

Shaun’s main goal in life is to never make a mistake. In fact, he will bend over backward in every area of his life to make certain that never happens. The fear of punishment from childhood is so engr...

Think estate planning is only for the wealthy or elderly? Think again. If you own anything - a home, a car, a savings account, even a pet - you already have an estate plan. The only question is: Did y...

As the first school bell of the 2025-26 academic year nears, student-athletes across Okmulgee County are preparing for another thrilling fall sports season. Local high schools have released fast pitch...

Members of the Okmulgee Lady Bulldogs fastpitch softball team have been busy putting in work at the Ron Gardenhire Hitting Facility during the last few weeks as they prepare for the upcoming season. T...

Supporters of Dewar Public Schools’ athletic programs will soon have a chance to tee off for a good cause. The Dewar Athletics Golf Scramble is set to take place on Friday, Aug. 23, at the Jimmie Aust...

Get ready to toss some bags for a good cause as the Henryetta Lions Club hosts its biggest fundraiser of the year - the highly anticipated Cornhole Tournament - set to take place over Labor Day weeken...

The Henryetta Quarterback Club is inviting the entire community to an exciting evening of strength, spirit and support at Summer Pride Night, set for Thursday at 6 p.m. at Cameron Field.The event is m...

An investigation into a deadly shooting in Okmulgee has led to the arrests of three individuals, following a coordinated effort by numerous law enforcement agencies.The case stems from a fatal shootin...

Henryetta is about to get a whole lot merrier - and cooler this Friday, July 25, as the Henryetta Chamber of Commerce transforms downtown into a festive playground for its “Christmas in July” celebrat...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners focused on property management during their regular meeting on Monday, July 21, with a detailed discussion regarding parcels acquired by the county after the...

June 21, 1948 - July 12, 2025E. Dayle James, of Okmulgee, was born in Muskogee on June 21, 1948, to Kenneth Edward James and Maxine (Elsey) James. He passed from this life on July 12, 2025, in Tulsa a...

August 25, 1939 - July 18, 2025Myrna Joy Fielder, 85, was born on August 25, 1939, in Seminole to Lloyd and Jewell Brown. She went to be with the Lord on July 18, 2025, from her home in Okmulgee. Myrn...

November 8, 1953 - July 9, 2025Reverend Luddie B. Thompson was born in Taylor, Texas to Luddie, Sr. and Eunice Thompson. He passed away July 9, 2025. No services are planned at this time.

June 22, 1942 - July 18, 2025Wilma Elizabeth Brown, longtime Okmulgee resident, passed away Friday afternoon, July 18, 2025, in Broken Arrow. She was 83 years of age.Services will be held at 10:30 a.m...

May 19, 1967 - June 23, 2025Duane E. Rademacher passed away at his home in Beggs on June 23, 2025, at the age of 58. He was born in Fairfax, Va. to Leon and Marilyn (Jordan) Rademacher on May 19, 1967...

September 28, 1955 - July 20, 2025Janet Marie Nelson passed away Sunday, July 20, 2025, in Okmulgee at 69 years of age. She was born September 28, 1955, in Clovis, N.M. to Thelma M. Barnes and Walter ...

November 24, 1970 - July 18, 2025Harold Cliff Martin, Jr., a lifelong resident of Henryetta, passed from this life on July 18, 2025, at the age of 54. He was born on November 24, 1970, in Henryetta to...

February 9, 1963 - July 18, 2025Kristy LeAnn Ryan was born February 9, 1963, in Cushing to the late James E. and Leta Willine (Gaston) Ryan. She passed away Friday, July 18, 2025, in Okmulgee at 62 ye...

February 23, 1967 - July 14, 2025Services are pending for Diana Jean Terrill, 58, of Weleetka, with Integrity Funeral Service. She passed away Monday, July 14, 2025, in Oklahoma City.