Another school year is coming to a close. And if you have young children, they’re now a year closer to heading off to college or some other type of post-secondary education or training. So, if you hav...

My lilacs are in full bloom. I think this year is the best year so far. It’s exciting.Last year, I made lilac tea. This year, with some research I have found you can make lilac wine, syrup, tea, jelly...

Susie and her older sister went for a walk on the country road near her home. As they stepped onto the arched bridge that spanned a rushing creek, Susie stopped mid-stride. Her sister, not realizing s...

3.39 a.m. - 4th/Moore - Suspicious Vehicle at Territorial Museum.8:01 a.m. - 700 Block N 1st - 911 Other Emergency - Reporting party needed an ambulance for her husband. She is advised he had somethin...

12:56 a.m. - N 230 Rd./Hectorville Area - Disturbance - RP advised of a loud party with a live band, noise and a lot of vehicle and mini bike traffic.8:08 a.m. - Dentonville - Animals -6 cows out, put...

As we enter the month of May, we must be prepared for the risk of severe weather. Unfortunately, the month of April served as a stark reminder of the devastation that can be caused by tornadoes. The t...

This week, six Oklahoma public colleges and universities, including Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology in Okmulgee, were recognized for their selection to receive inaugural grant awards...

Over the next several weeks, 326,603 registered voters in Oklahoma will receive an Address Confirmation Notice from the State Election Board. The notices are required by state law.Voters who receive a...

Beginning June 11, livestock owners must obtain a veterinarian’s prescription to purchase certain animal medications.The new rule is a continuation of the Food and Drug Administration’s efforts to ens...

CF-2023-00054 04/27/2023 State of Oklahoma vs. Brown, Steven Assault & Battery w/Dangerous Weapon-Automobile CF-2023-00055 04/27/2023 State of Oklahoma vs. Edwards, Ashley Leandra Embezzlement of Rent...

Wilbert Gresham honored for sacrifice to countryFamily, friends, veterans and community members gathered last week to bestow a special honor on a county man who gave his life during the Vietnam Confli...

County graduation events kicked off yesterday as Schulter High School held commencement for the Class of 2023.Next week, Preston High School will hold graduation exercises on Tuesday, May 9 at 7 p.m. ...

Residents of Okmulgee County that were affected by the May 2022 flood and tornadoes can still connect with free resources and services provided by ALL-OK. FEMA Bill 4657 provides numerous resources fo...

OHCE invites the public to join in celebrating OHCE Week Monday, May 8, at the Okmulgee County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall. The event will feature demonstrations, arts & crafts, Rada Knives and plants fr...

Registration begins at 6:30 p.m.A nonpartisan Town of Grayson general election will be held at a Special Town Meeting Wednesday, May 10. Meeting/registration will begin at 6:30 p.m. and those wishing ...

Rep. Scott Fetgatter earlier this week released the following statement after law enforcement discovered seven bodies at a rural property east of Henryetta in Okmulgee County, including those believed...

Rep. Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, in 2019 secured passage of a law to protect sexual assault victims from their predators. He’s now pursuing legislation to better protect potential victims.House Bill ...

Fundraisers underway to aid familiesMembers of the Henryetta community have joined together this week in prayer vigils and other gatherings as they draw strength to deal with this week’s tragic events...

The Henryetta Public Schools Board of Education met in a special session Wednesday morning to consider personnel hires for the 2023-24 school year.Scott Belcher will serve as the girls basketball coac...

Victims identified; motive unknownOkmulgee Police Chief and District 25 Violent Task Force Commander Joe Prentice shared details related to the deaths of seven people near Henryetta during a press con...