The town of Beggs is preparing for a high-energy weekend packed with small-town charm and family excitement as it celebrates its 125th birthday in style with the return of Beggs Frontier Day tomorrow,...

There’s no better way to savor the start of summer than by shopping local - and across Okmulgee County, farmers markets and flea markets are in full swing, offering fresh produce, homemade goods, arti...

Okmulgee County Humane Society will break ground on its state-of-the-art pet adoption center and launch a bold new identity - OKCO Humane Society.Community members, leadership, media and supporters ar...

The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord- Pickens Museum is honoring one of the state’s most celebrated rodeo champions with a dynamic new exhibit, “Picture Yourself Presents: Clarence LeBlanc, An Okl...

Editor’s Note: The Okmulgee Times earned 1st Place in Sales Promotion, 2nd Place in Layout and Design and 3rd Place in advertising.- The Oklahoma Press Association presented its Better Newspaper Conte...

Okmulgee Main Street honored a cast of remarkable local champions during the 2025 Dinner with the Stars, held Friday evening in a celebration filled with gratitude, flavor and heartfelt reflection.Hos...

Congratulations to the new 2025-26 Mvskoke Royalty, Miss Muscogee Nation Aholoce Deere and Jr. Miss Muscogee Nation Mia Powell. The new royalty are pictured with Principal Chief David Hill and Second ...

A Flood Warning has been issued for the Deep Fork River near Beggs, with the National Weather Service predicting minor flooding to begin Tuesday evening and continue through early Friday morning.Accor...

With Independence Day festivities approaching, the City of Okmulgee has once again opened the window for residents to obtain permits for setting off fireworks within city limits. The $20 permit is a r...

Downtown Okmulgee will come alive with color, music and community pride, as residents gather to celebrate Juneteenth in a special event. The celebration, led by community organizer Rev. Marcus Jeffrey...

The 2025 session of the Oklahoma Legislature has officially concluded, marking one of the most active and reform-driven legislative cycles in recent years. Dozens of laws were passed affecting educati...

The Okmulgee Public Library launched its Summer Reading Program in roaring fashion on Wednesday, June 4, with a visit from Extreme Animals - drawing a combined audience of nearly 200 children for the ...

Organizers of the Roy Madden Spring Round-Up Rodeo have announced the cancellation of this weekend’s event due to saturated ground conditions and more rain in the forecast.The decision was made after ...

Car enthusiasts, families and community members alike will have plenty to look forward to later this month, as Harlan Ford gears up for its 9th Annual Car Show on Saturday, June 28. Set to take place ...

Young anglers in Okmulgee County will get the chance to showcase their fishing skills this summer during the Okmulgee Lions Club’s annual fishing tournament, set for Saturday, from 9-11 a.m. at the fi...

Green Country Technology Center (GCTC) wrapped up its annual Summer Exploration Camp on June 5, welcoming 63 enthusiastic students from grades 6-10 for three action- packed days of hands-on learning, ...

Okmulgee Main Street is excited for its 2025 Dinner with the Stars event, which will be held this Friday at 7 p.m.The dinner shines a spotlight on individuals who have made a meaningful impact on our ...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners met for their regular session Monday with several items approved including a bid for the remodeling of the courthouse restrooms.Agenda items approved: • Offi...

The Muscogee Nation Supreme Court has rescheduled key proceedings in a closely watched citizenship case following a motion from the Nation’s Citizenship Board, the Appellant in the matter. The case, S...

Residents across Okmulgee County are being urged to stay weather-aware as forecasters warn of another round of rainfall that could lead to flash flooding and dangerous driving conditions. A Flood Watc...