The 2025 OSSAA 1A4A Regional Track Meet, held Saturday, May 3, at McAlester High School, featured strong performances from athletes across the state, including a standout showing from Wilson High Scho...

It was a weekend filled with standout performances, high-scoring games and hard-fought battles for several Okmulgee County baseball and softball teams. The Henryetta Knights faced off against the Jone...

Okmulgee County schools made a determined showing at the 2025 OSSAA Class 2A and 3A Regional Track Meet held in Atoka on May 3, with athletes from Henryetta and Dewar posting strong finishes, earning ...

This spring, Oklahoma State University Extension has once again proven its power to transform lives through education, hands-on learning and inclusion. From livestock arenas to correctional gardens, E...

October 10, 1943 - May 1, 2025Services are pending with Rogers Funeral Home for Norma Tidwell, who passed away May1, 2025.

March 22, 1935 - May 3, 2025Joe Billy Dwiggins, a resident of rural Weleetka, passed away May 3, 2025, at his home. He was born March 22, 1935, in Parker to Willie Dwiggins and Ellie Rose (Waters) Dwi...

November 1, 1947 - May 3, 2025Brother Ronald Dean Arterbery, in his 77th year, left us Saturday morning, May 3, 2025, from Tulsa.A retired Educator, Mr. Arterbery was a United States Air Force Veteran...

November 9, 1948 - May 4, 2025Rev. Judson Fields, Senior Pastor of Macedonia Baptist Church of Okmulgee, transitioned “from Macedonia to Church Triumphant” on Sunday morning, May 4, 2025.Service arran...

May 5, 2025Nancy Suiter, a former resident of Henryetta, passed this life on May 5, 2025 at the age of 81. Services are pending with Rogers Funeral Home.

April 3, 1934 - April 26, 2025John David Lee, Sr., affectionately known to all as “Johnny,” passed away on April 26, 2025, at the age of 91. A lifelong resident of Okmulgee County, Johnny was born in ...

October 7, 1939 - April 28, 2025Donna Peters was born October 7, 1939, to Sam Peters and Ruth Ella Peters. She passed away April 28, 2025. A graveside service is scheduled Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 1...

December 25, 1951 - May 1, 2025Janice Faye Bear, a resident of Okmulgee, passed this life on May 1, 2025, in Okmulgee at the age of 73. She was born December 25, 1951, in Dumas, Texas to George Carmen...

In 1983, advocates from across our state saw the need for an organization to “raise awareness, take action, and support policy for the health, safety and well-being of Oklahoma’s children” through out...

As Teacher Appreciation Week begins, registration is now open for Oklahoma’s fifth grade teachers to sign up for their class to participate in the award-winning Kid Governor program.Teachers can regis...

We’re now in the final month of the 2025 legislative session. We’re also in the most dangerous period for severe weather in Oklahoma. April’s flooding and tornadoes came with a heavy price, with seven...

The Dewar Dragons delivered a statement victory Saturday afternoon, crushing the Laverne Tigers 19-1 behind an explosive offensive performance led by Peyton Kilhoffer and Braelin Lewis.Kilhoffer hit t...

The Henryetta Lady Knights are headed to the State Tournament after they finished as a close runner up to Riverfield Monday in the Regional Tournament in Tulsa. 1s Abbi Dodge and 2s Connie Dong each p...

The Beggs Varsity Golden Demons continued their impressive spring campaign with dominant back-toback wins over Tishomingo and Kiefer, showcasing a balanced combination of power at the plate, sharp pit...

It’s a good time to be a Pirate in Preston. Both the Preston Lady Pirates slowpitch softball team and the Preston Pirates baseball squad delivered commanding postseason performances on Thursday, punch...

Each year, newly minted graduates proudly don their caps and gowns and walk across countless stages to receive their diplomas or degrees. Graduation is a proud moment for students, and that pride is s...