March 27, 1963 - October 28, 2025Barbara Rae “Bobbie” Reid, a resident of Okmulgee, passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2025, in Okmulgee at 62 years of age. She was born March 27, 1963, in Tulsa.Bobbie ...

I want to start by saying “thank you” to the governor and Oklahoma’s legislative leaders for the commitment to allocate $1 million in state funds per week over the next seven weeks to the two major fo...

• The Wilson Tigers opened their basketball season against the Mason Eagles, meeting at the Wilson High School Gymnasium. Wilson fans were seen eyeballing every move as Chance Edmundson was seen posti...

The Vian Wolverines kept their impressive 2025 campaign rolling Friday night with a commanding 49-6 victory over the Morris Eagles, improving to 8-1 overall and 6-0 in district play. With the win, Coa...

Congratulations to Dewar athlete Adena Fowler, who was recently chosen to represent Oklahoma in the the Oklahoma-Arkansas All-Star Cross Country Meet. The competition will take place Saturday, Nov. 15...

The Henryetta Knights delivered a commanding 40-0 shutout over the Spiro Bulldogs on Friday night, dominating in all phases of the game to secure their fifth win of the season. Behind a sharp aerial a...

As the 2025 Oklahoma high school football regular season heads into its final week, the OSSAA district standings across Classes 3A, 2A and B are coming into sharp focus with playoff races tightening a...

The rich traditions of early Oklahoma frontier life will come alive once again this fall when the Oklahoma Territory Rendezvous Association (OTRA) hosts its annual Dripping Springs Rendezvous, schedul...

Schulter Athletics and Cheer are gearing up for a big day of community fun and fundraising as they host their 1st annual Fall Chili Cook-Off and Cornhole Tournament, both on Saturday, Nov. 1. These fa...

With the end of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits taking effect on Oct. 31, many Okmulgee County residents are turning to local churches and community organizations for help. F...

Local author William Lehmkuhl has transformed his personal journey of pain, perseverance and transformation into a published book, and now the community will have the chance to meet him. Lehmkuhl is s...

The Halloween spirit is alive and well across Okmulgee County as families prepare for a full week of community events filled with candy, costumes, and fall fun. From downtown trick-or-treating to chur...

The public’s assistance is being sought in locating a missing 14-yearold girl last seen early Tuesday morning in Okmulgee.Marin Beeney, age 14, was last seen around 1 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 21, at her ...

As the federal government shutdown continues, Oklahoma Human Services (OKDHS) is working to connect residents with vital community resources to help ease financial uncertainty and maintain access to e...

Democrats and advocates are warning about the growing consequences that the government shutdown will have on Head Start programs across the country.The program, which provides child care and nutritiou...

Henryetta Lions Club gathered for its Oct. 23 meeting at The Shack 2.0, where members enjoyed fellowship, community updates and an inspiring presentation by Henryetta High School Cross Country and Tra...

The spirit of leadership, community service and agricultural pride took center stage Oct. 9 as Okmulgee County 4-H hosted its annual Achievement Banquet, recognizing the accomplishments of youth from ...

The excitement of the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (OSSAA) Game Day season returns this fall as cheer and pom squads across the state prepare to compete at the 2025 Regional Game D...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Your passion is ignited this week, Aries. A fun hobby might capture your full attention. Don’t be afraid to try something new or put your energy into something you really love.TA...

Surrounded by 40 of his classmates, Grant Henderson was assigned a role.Henderson, a freshman human development and family science student at Oklahoma State University, was participating in OSU Extens...