Obituaries
August 22, 2025
Dolores Y. Walters

August 21, 2025

Dolores Y. Walters, 88, of Okmulgee, passed away on August 21, 2025, in Okmulgee. Arrangements are currently pending and have been entrusted to McClendon-Winters Funeral Home of Okmulgee. Memories, condolences, photos and videos may be shared with the family on Dolores’ Tribute Page at www.mcclendon-winters.com.

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Early voting begins tomorrow
By Patrick Ford Editor 
April 1, 2026
Voters across Okmulgee County will soon have the opportunity to make their voices heard, as early voting begins Thursday ahead of the April 7 election. At the same time, those interested in serving th...
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Legislative Forums set for Friday
April 1, 2026
Okmulgee County residents are invited to attend the upcoming Legislative Forums this Friday. Representatives Scott Fetgatter and Chris Banning, along with Senator Bryan Logan, will share with constitu...
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County Commissioners address agreements, policies at meeting
By Patrick Ford Editor 
April 1, 2026
The Okmulgee County Board of County Commissioners tackled a wide range of business Monday morning, with key discussion centering on updating purchasing card (P-Card) policies, approving a revised 911 ...
OPL launches Story-Time for young readers
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OPL launches Story-Time for young readers
April 1, 2026
A new chapter of family-friendly programming is beginning at the Okmulgee Public Library, and it’s designed to bring readers of all ages together in a fun, relaxed setting. The library is launching Fa...
One year ago
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One year ago
April 1, 2026
One year ago, crews stood beside a forgotten oil well drilled more than a century earlier in what is now the Deep Fork National Wildlife Refuge. The well, known as Cover #5, had been drilled around 19...
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Wrong-way crash on U.S. 75 leaves two injured
April 1, 2026
A late-night wrong-way collision on U.S. Highway 75 left two drivers injured early Saturday morning, according to a report from the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. The crash occurred at approximately 3:42 a....
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City holiday closings announced
April 1, 2026
Please be advised that all City Hall offices and Public Works operations will be closed Friday, April 3, in observance of Spring Day. Emergency service operations, including police and fire department...
Meetings & Coordination
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Meetings & Coordination
April 1, 2026
This report is a summary of activities Okmulgee County Emergency Management participated in and does not reflect all activities performed by or participated in by Okmulgee County Emergency Management....
Okmulgee landmark earns statewide recognition
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Okmulgee landmark earns statewide recognition
April 1, 2026
A piece of Okmulgee’s rich history took center stage on March 19 as the Haygood-Shephard American Legion Post 103 received one of the state’s most prestigious historic honors during the annual Oklahom...
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Henryetta names Interim Chief of Police
April 1, 2026
The City of Henryetta is entering a new chapter in its law enforcement leadership, as City Manager David Bullard announced the appointment of Joey Cantrell as Interim Chief of Police, effective April ...
April 2 Citywide Prayer Band |
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April 2 Citywide Prayer Band |
April 1, 2026
The Okmulgee Citywide Prayer Band meets each Thursday at 2 p.m. at Conversion Ministry Church, 1330 E. MLK Dr. in Okmulgee.
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