How Adults or Minors Can be Held AccountableSummer break is just around the corner in Oklahoma. Soon, we’ll see more backyard BBQs, weekends at the lake, graduation parties, and 4th of July celebratio...

It’s time to clear out the clutter and even make some cash as the Okmulgee City-Wide Garage Sale returns in June.The garage sale will be held June 1-4. No permit is needed as the City of Okmulgee is w...

Choosing a longterm care facility can be one of the most difficult tasks that an individual and/or their family may ever face. Ombudsmen for the Eastern Oklahoma Development District Area Agency on Ag...

Over the weekend, I had the pleasure of attending a high school graduation ceremony.The graduate I was there for has always had a special place in my heart as her parents are very close to me. Additio...

Sooners, Cowgirls serve as 2 of 8 Best-of-3 series hostsThe Road to the Women’s College World Series will continue this Thursday-Sunday with Super Regional action.Two of the eight Super Regional Best-...

First National Bank & Trust of Okmulgee proudly announces the addition of two community leaders to its Advisory Board of Directors, Aaron Abbott, and Andrew Harlan.Aaron Abbott, President of Covington...

“We are workers together for God, and you are like a farm that belongs to God. And you are a house that belongs to God.” (1 Corinthians 3:9) We are early in our growing season around here, whether it ...

“When I am scared or don’t know what to do. I ask Jesus to give me power to not be afraid,” says Kaleb, 7.Kaleb, this is a great place to start. When you’re afraid or confused, admit it. Go to the Lor...

through tornados which devastated the area. Social media brought several organizations such as the Salvation Army, first responders and churches to the area.Henryetta was hosting an All-School Class R...

The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), the Oklahoma Tribal Conservation Advisory Council (OTCAC) and Farm Service Agency (FSA) will partner together for a free conservation workshop on Tue...

The Okmulgee County Genealogical Society will meet Tuesday, May 30, at 1 p.m. at the Okmulgee Public Library. A short video will be shown regarding Grouping DNA Cousin Matches on Ancestry.com. Please ...

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma announced Monday that Joseph Anthony Paxton, age 31, of Wetumka, was sentenced to 58 months in prison for Possession with Inten...

First National Bank & Trust of Okmulgee announces the retirement of Debbie Moudy, the Vice President of Loan Administration.After dedicating an impressive 43 years to the bank, Moudy officially retire...

Limited number of tickets available for on-hands experienceIf you need a fun date night or are interested in experiencing the excellence of G&H Decoy, a longtime fixture in the community, the company ...

Event is June 3 at Nichols ParkEntries are now being taken for a volleyball tournament sponsored by The Shack 2.0 on June 3.The tournament will be held at Nichols Park beginning at 3 p.m. There is a $...

911 dispatchers request transfer of employee benefitsThe county commissioners met for their regular scheduled meeting Monday, during which they heard from OCCJA Executive Director Shannon Clark about ...

Memorial Day Ceremony is Monday at Westlawn CemeteryThe Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 539 will be distributing red buddy poppy boards May 25-26 at 9 a.m. to local area businesses to inform all t...

Members of the Oklahoma Tennis Foundation and Oklahoma Tennis Hall of Fame are excited about the clinic being held Thursday at the courts. This free clinic is open to children in grades 2-8 from all o...

Roy Madden Spring event is June 2-3The annual Henryetta Chamber of Commerce Roy Madden Spring Round Up Rodeo returns next weekend, June 2-3 at the Jim Shoulders Living Legends Arena sponsored by First...

The Okmulgee High School athletics program held its annual All-Sports Awards Banquet Thursday, May 11. Pictured are members of the OHS track team at the event. See additional photos on page B2.The Okm...