An Okmulgee man has pled guilty to manslaughter in federal court. The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma announced Monday that Brett Wayne Pigeon, age 44, entered a g...

Principal Chief David Hill and Governor Kevin Stitt have signed an agreement that will extend negotiations for three months on a Tobacco Tax Compact between the Muscogee Nation and the State of Oklaho...

For Lt. Jason Scott of the Okmulgee Fire Department, firefighting isn’t just a job; it’s a lifelong calling. With nearly 18 years of service, Lt. Scott carries a passion for helping others during thei...

Several Okmulgee County officers were sworn in Thursday morning by District Judge Pandee Ramirez in a ceremony. Above, Eddy Rice signs documents witnessed by Judge Pandee Ramirez as being sworn in as ...

The City of Okmulgee has announced its 2025 sanitation trash removal schedule, outlining holiday adjustments for both polycart and commercial dumpster customers. These changes ensure that residents an...

Voters interested in voting by absentee ballot during the 2025 Election Year can request absentee ballots now using the OK Voter Portal at oklahoma.gov/ elections/ovp or by downloading and printing an...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners held their final regular meeting of the year, taking time during and after the session to recognize outgoing Commissioner David Walker, who was supported by ...

To kick off the new year, legislative briefings from Oklahoma State Representatives will resume Friday, Jan. 3. The Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce will hold their Legislative Forum at 8:30 a.m. at the M...

This year brought a blend of milestones, challenges and celebrations to Okmulgee County, reflecting the resilience and unity of our community. From championship victories and historic recognitions to ...

The Okmulgee County Treasurer’s Office has extended the deadline for first-half 2024 property tax payments to Jan. 10, 2025. Second-half payments remain due by March 31, 2025. Property tax statements ...

DAWN CARTER REPORTER In this installment of Meet Your Officers, we introduce you to Officer Michael Shaikho of the Okmulgee Police Department. A newer member of the force, Officer Shaikho shares insig...

Please be advised that all City Hall offices and Public Works operations will be closed Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in observance of the New Year’s holiday. Emergency service operations, police and fire ...

Thanks to the generous donations from the Okmulgee and surrounding community, children under DHS care could receive gifts for Christmas as part of the annual Harlan Ford Toy Drive. Harlan Ford graciou...

Tami Humphrey, owner of Tubby the Cat, shows off her feline companion who was the winner of the first Okmulgee Times & Henryetta Free-Lance Pet Calendar Contest, which helped raise funds for the Human...

Attorney General Gentner Drummond’s office has awarded grant funding totaling $18 million to provide support for every county sheriff ’s office in Oklahoma through a new program created by the state L...

The first Okmulgee Times & Henryetta Free-Lance Pet Calendar Contest benefited the Okmulgee County Humane Society in a big way. The contest was received with great participation and excitement by folk...

Okmulgee Public School employees deliver food items donated by school employees and students. Pictured from left are Allen Gardenhire, Tonya Doyle, Resy Campbell and Carol Smith of the Salvation Army ...

The Dewar Dragons, fresh off their State Football Championship victory, are rallying community and corporate support to fund commemorative rings for the team. With an estimated $20,000 needed to secur...

Two Okmulgee County school districts, Wilson and Preston, are set to hold special bond elections on February 11, 2025, to address significant infrastructure needs. Both districts have outlined detaile...

During Monday’s meeting of the Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners, one blanket purchase order was approved for District 2 (Bruckner’s for repairs), along with a private property agreement for a Di...