A weekend of relentless rain has left much of Okmulgee County dealing with the aftermath of widespread flooding, multiple road closures and dangerous driving conditions. Okmulgee County Emergency Mana...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners held their regular meeting Monday morning, discussing a number of routine agenda items and hearing updates from local agencies on public safety and social se...

Congratulations to Aaliyah Alexander and LeAundre Delonia, who were crowned 2025 Okmulgee Prom Queen and King. See additional photos from the OHS Prom on page A6.

As Easter approaches and many Christians across the world reflect on the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ, a powerful new image now stands in the heart of Okmulgee - one that has already s...

Green Country Technology Center (GCTC) continues its mission of preparing Okmulgee County students, adults and workforce partners through hands-on, skills-based training in high-demand career fields. ...

The Okmulgee City Council gathered for its regular April session on Tuesday, April 15, inside City Hall chambers, engaging in a spirited evening of recognitions, community updates and decisions that w...

The Okmulgee County Homeless Shelter is proud to celebrate 30 years of unwavering service to the community. To mark this milestone, the shelter will host a special anniversary celebration open to the ...

When Josh Crutchmer, a proud Okmulgee native and New York Times editor, says he hasn’t lost his “Okmulgee state of mind,” you can believe it. That hometown heartbeat shows up in every part of his stor...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners approved the only bid received for repairs near the Dentonville Road Bridge. Bid #3 for Erosion Control/ Embankment Repair was awarded for $171,050 to Adam T...

Okmulgee Public Schools is beaming with pride as one of its own, Candi Padfield, has been named a finalist for the prestigious Jonathan Tinney Special Education Merit Award - a top honor presented dur...

Voters within the Okmulgee Public School District will head to the polls on June 10, to fill a vacant seat on the board of education. The OPS board officially approved a resolution on April 8, calling...

Get ready, Okmulgee, because the fur is about to fly, the paws are about to prance and the Force is about to be very, very adorable. On Sunday, May 4, from 5-7 p.m., Jim Newport Memorial Park (Pocket ...

As Easter approaches, families across Okmulgee County are invited to celebrate with a series of festive community events, from sunrise services to fun-filled egg hunts. Here’s a roundup of what’s happ...

The Okmulgee FFA program is gearing up for its third annual Spring Plant Sale on April 1819, and it’s far more than just a chance to buy plants - it’s a living classroom where students gain hands-on e...

Friday, April 18, is the last day to apply for voter registration to be eligible to vote in the May 13 Special Election for State Senator District 8 and Green Country Tech Center, According to Okmulge...

Okmulgee residents are encouraged to roll up their sleeves and take part in Keep Okmulgee Beautiful Week, a community- wide initiative set for April 20-26. The event aims to promote cleanliness, susta...

Okmulgee Public Schools has announced that the 2025 graduation commencement ceremony, originally scheduled to take place at Harmon Stadium, will now be held at Brock Gymnasium. The ceremony will still...

The April 3 Legislative Forum hosted by the Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce delivered a candid exchange between state lawmakers and citizens, shedding light on everything from gold-backed debit cards to ...

A tied vote and a new face marked the latest Okmulgee Board of Education meeting held Tuesday at the John Barksdale Board Room. Before the regular agenda began, Keith Baldridge was officially sworn in...

The Okmulgee County Commissioners met Monday morning for their regular meeting, marked by both a significant personnel milestone and a united stand against child abuse in the community. Before the mee...