Due to anticipated weather conditions, the Okmulgee Ag Boosters Pie & Silent Auction has been rescheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 25, from 6-8 p.m. at the Okmulgee High School Cafeteria. “We hope everyone w...

It was all about the smiles and awards at the recent Okmulgee County Spring Livestock Show and Premium Sale. Thanks to all of the Okmulgee County Ag Teachers, 4-H Leaders, Fair Board, Spring Livestock...

As part of an extensive interview and application process, Okmulgee FFA President LeAundre Delonia was recently selected as one of three final state officer candidates for Northeast Area Vice Presiden...

The Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce hosted its second Legislative Forum on Feb. 7, bringing together Senators David Bullard, Representative Scott Fetgatter, along with Representative Chris Banning to dis...

As we approach a significant weather event, Okmulgee County residents need to prepare for a challenging few days ahead. The National Weather Service has upgraded the Winter Storm Watch to a Winter Sto...

If you’re looking for a night of unscripted comedy, quick-thinking actors and plenty of laughs, then mark your calendar for “Which Line Is Which?” - an improv comedy show guaranteed to entertain. Host...

Last Friday, Okmulgee High School hosted a poignant and necessary presentation by “Journey of Hope,” part of The Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum’s outreach efforts to commemorate the 30th ann...

In a heartfelt ceremony on the eve of Valentine’s Day, Okmulgee Mayor Mickey Baldwin and his wife presented an Honor Quilt to Air Force veteran George Gully at the Okmulgee American Legion Post 10. Fa...

In this installment of our “Meet Your Officers” series, we introduce Chief Deputy Robert Heath of the Okmulgee County Sheriff ’s Office (OCSO). With over 25 years in law enforcement, Chief Heath has a...

The Okmulgee County Specialty Court has dedicated a memorial plaque in honor of Judge Duane Woodliff, the founding judge of the program, as a tribute to his enduring legacy of compassion, service, and...

Beggs City Council met Feb. 10 and voted not to amend a mobile home ordinance, while voting to table further discussion regarding an ongoing street maintenance issue, and approve purchasing trauma bag...

Voters across Okmulgee County cast their ballots on Feb. 11, deciding key races and propositions for county commissioner, city council and school board positions, as well as school bond measures. Belo...

The Okmulgee School Board of Education held its regular meeting Tuesday, addressing the recent fire at the primary school, planned stadium renovations and the hiring of coaches for the next academic y...

As the state of Oklahoma approaches the 30th anniversary of the tragic April 19, 1995, bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City, a meaningful initiative is bringing remembranc...

Congratulations to the Morris High School Academic Team and Coach Jeremy Avery for winning the 2025 Oklahoma State Championship 3A Academic Bowl. This is the third time in a row for the outstanding te...

Okmulgee Fire Department’s B Shift responded swiftly to a fire at a prefab building next to Okmulgee Primary School over the weekend, preventing the flames from spreading to the breezeway of the main ...

The Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce is kicking off 2025 with exciting updates, welcoming new businesses to its growing network and offering valuable events for local professionals. Chamber Director Sarah...

Mark your calendars and join members of the Landmark For All Generations, Inc. board on Monday, Feb. 17, at the Elks Lodge for a Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser. Get your advanced tickets for $8 from any ...

A community gathering filled with delicious soul food, important conversations and local entertainment is set for Friday, Feb. 28, from 4-7 p.m. The “Raise the Hut” Restoration Committee is hosting a ...

The deadline to request absentee ballots by mail is approaching. Applications must be received by the County Election Board no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Feb. 17. According to Okmulgee County Election ...