Okmulgee County Emergency Management is closely monitoring rising water levels along the Deep Fork River, as the river is forecast to crest at 23 feet near Webster Road by Saturday, signaling the pote...

Okmulgee Community Theatre is cranking up the volume and spotlighting local talent with a special evening of live music this weekend. “Summer Jam” will be held Saturday, June 21, at 7:30 p.m. at the h...

Please be advised that all Okmulgee City Hall offices and Public Works operations will be closed Thursday, June 19, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Emergency service operations, police and fi...

Representative Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, recently praised the findings of a new report detailing the economic contributions of Oklahoma’s tribal nations. Released by United for Oklahoma in collabor...

June 16, 2025, marked a historic day for animal welfare in Okmulgee County as the OKCO Humane Society (Okmulgee County Humane Society) broke ground on its long-awaited adoption center in the heart of ...

A new hub for hands-on learning has officially opened in Okmulgee, as the Little Free STEM Library was unveiled during a ribbon cutting at Rotary Park - located just across the street from Dunbar Inte...

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 a...

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 Cont...

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. Ho...

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. Acco...

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 ...