Dear community, friends and family, I have a serious note to share: As of today, the Okmulgee County Homeless Shelter (OCHS) is in immediate danger of closing its doors after decades of service to our...

The Henryetta Knight Brigade will hold a spaghetti dinner and dessert auction fundraiser tomorrow, Nov. 2, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Henryetta Masonic Lodge.The $10 meal will include spaghetti, sa...

On Monday morning, Okmulgee Mayor Mickey Baldwin spoke to the Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners, addressing recent noise complaints regarding CP Kelco and providing more information about ongoing...

Editor’s Note: County election results will be posted after they are received Tuesday evening. They will be available at yourokmulgee. com and the Okmulgee Times Facebook page. -Early voting continues...

Demolition work commenced this week along US-75 at Preston Road as part of a significant infrastructure project aimed at enhancing safety and traffic flow in the area. This demolition precedes utility...

Today, Oklahomans will see 240 new measures go into effect. These new laws bring a range of changes across issues from gender definitions, online age verification and penalties for domestic violence, ...

A family heirloom has recently found a new home at Morris Schools, sparking both excitement and educational opportunities.Abigail Smart, a senior at Morris High School, had always seen the ‘artwork’ h...

House District 16 candidate Rosie Lynch recently provided an in-depth look at her platform, priorities, and vision for her district in a comprehensive interview. Lynch answers questions on topics rang...

The Prairie Bell Home and Community Education Club will once again sponsor the 42nd annual Morris Christmas Bazaar & Craft Show on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.This year, due to ongoing wor...

The Henryetta Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony last Friday to welcome a new business Outcast Tint & Detail located at 1903 E Taylor Dr. Owned and operated by Ethan and Sierra Fry, th...

Congratulations to Addison Dossett, Abagail Harmon and Emma Trimble, who were selected for All-District honors. Dossett was named as a 1st team pitcher, while utility player Harmon and second baseman ...

Congratulations to the teams and individuals that qualified for the 2024 Cross Country State Championship Meet, which will take place Saturday at Edmond Santa Fe High School, 1901 W. 15th St. in Edmon...

Congratulations to Preston cheerleaders Tori Graham and Mary Swatsenbarg, who had a successful weekend at All-Region Cheer tryouts. Swatsenbarg, right, received the top score for Class 2A and advanced...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, this week you may find yourself with some extra energy and enthusiasm for new projects.Figure out what you want to get done and think through a plan.TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21...

Henryetta hosted the 2024 Cross Country Regional Meet last week at Nichols Park. Pictured are some of the county runners from the event.

May 10, 1939 - October 27, 2024Ronald Edward Stokley, longtime Morris resident, passed away Sunday morning, October 27, 2024, at his home. Ron was 85 years of age. He was born May 10, 1939, in Cromwel...

December 20, 1954 - October 30, 2024Lea Ann Young, 69, homemaker and resident of Okmulgee, died Wednesday, October 30, 2024. She was born Monday, December 20, 1954, in Tulsa to William A. Sharp and Ge...

April 28, 1933 - October 30, 2024Grace Darlene Lewis was born April 28, 1933, to Grace Lane (Ritchey) Lewis and Richard Earl Lewis of Morris. She passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2024, in Tulsa.Frie...

January 30, 1938 - October 29, 2024Ida Thompson, 86, died Tuesday, October 29,2024, at St. Anthony Hospital in Midwest City surrounded by family. Arrangements are pending with House of Winn - Okmulgee...

June 13, 1964 - October 29, 2024Arrangements are pending with McClendon- Winters Funeral Home for Robert Wade Haworth, who passed away October 29, 2024.