Burglars broke into the Help Yourself Grocery in Henryetta during New Year’s celebrations. They blew open the safe, stealing $500 in liberty bonds, $470 in cash and $20 in change. A small amount of go...

Have you ever thought about how much you have to protect? Between your family, your finances, your independence and your legacy, it can be quite a lot - and that’s why it’s important to have the right...

Basketball fans in Okmulgee County are in for an exciting Friday evening as local high school teams hit the court for competitive matchups.--- Okmulgee @ VianThe Okmulgee Bulldogs (4-4) are riding hig...

The Oklahoma Sooners jumped out to a commanding start in the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl but ultimately fell to the Navy Midshipmen 21-20 on Friday afternoon at Amon G. Carter Stadium. Despite o...

To kick off the new year, legislative briefings from Oklahoma State Representatives will resume Friday, Jan. 3. The Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce will hold their Legislative Forum at 8:30 a.m. at the M...

This year brought a blend of milestones, challenges and celebrations to Okmulgee County, reflecting the resilience and unity of our community. From championship victories and historic recognitions to ...

The City of Henryetta has officially called for a Nonpartisan General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. The election, outlined in Resolution No. 1310, was passed and approved by...

The Okmulgee County Treasurer’s Office has extended the deadline for first-half 2024 property tax payments to Jan. 10, 2025. Second-half payments remain due by March 31, 2025.Property tax statements a...

May 2, 1939 - December 27, 2024Marilyn Leigh Counterman, a lifelong resident of the Henryetta community, passed away Friday, December 27, 2024, in Henryetta at the age of 85. She was born May 12, 1939...

June 18, 1939 - December 29, 2024Levertha B. Walker, age 85, a longtime resident of Sapulpa, died December 29, 2024, in Sapulpa surrounded by family. Arrangements are pending with House of Winn - Okmu...

January 9, 1998 - December 24, 2024Zachary James Williamson, 27, a resident of Hanna, passed away Tuesday, December 24, 2024, in Hanna. Zachary was born January 9, 1998, in Okmulgee to Shelley Renea J...

November 29, 1964 - December 26, 2024Debra Kay Campney, 60, of Sapulpa, passed away Thursday, December 26, 2024, in Tulsa. She was born on November 29, 1964, in Sallisaw. Graveside services were held ...

Cheryl Joyce McDonald, 66, passed away peacefully in her home on Christmas Day. She was born December 13, 1958, to Clyde and Betty Hudson in Okmulgee.December 123, 1958 - December 25, 2024A celebratio...

May 31, 1931 - December 26, 2024Robert Dean “Bob” Casey passed away Thursday, December 26, 2024, after a brief illness. Bob and his twin sister Betty were born in Hoffman on Sunday, May 31, 1931. They...

February 9, 1958 - December 23, 2024Services are pending for Ronald Dean Miller,66, of Weleetka, with Integrity Funeral Service. He passed away Monday, December 23, 2024, in Weleetka.

August 27, 1972 - December 23, 2024Services are pending for Amy Michelle Farrow,52, of Henryetta, with Integrity Funeral Service. She passed away Monday, December 23, 2024, in Henryetta.

March 14, 1969 - December 26, 2024Pahos Paul B Harjo, a resident of Tulsa County, died December 26, 2024, at the age of 55. Paul was born to Sam, Sr. and Geneva Sue B Harjo on March 14, 1969. Funeral ...

February 25, 1947 - December 26, 2024Charline Virginia Brownfield, a resident of Dewar, passed away December 26, 2024, in Dewar at the age of 77. She was born February25, 1947, in Altura, Calif. Funer...

As the year comes to a close, it is fitting to reflect on what we were able to accomplish on behalf of our great state. From battling organized crime to standing against the Biden Administration’s fed...

“Not following directions,” says Lyle, 5.I’ve been down that road, Lyle, and it’s not one you want to travel.“My mommy and daddy’s kisses and hugs,” says Emily, 5. There are a lot of kids who wish the...