DAWN CARTER REPORTER For this installment of Meet the Officers, I visited the Okmulgee Central Fire Station to sit down with Firefighter Matt Hackler. Our conversation spanned his journey into public ...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners approved several items Monday to advance courthouse improvements. This included two payments to Mastercraft Marble and Granite for the courtroom project bala...

On Thursday, Nov. 7, Okmulgee County 4-H held its annual banquet at the Okmulgee County Fairgrounds, celebrating a year of accomplishments, leadership and community impact. Sponsored by Okmulgee Farm ...

The Okmulgee County Salvation Army is preparing for its annual Angel Tree event. The Christmas tree, adorned with angel requests for the needy, is located at the north entrance of the Okmulgee Walmart...

The Beggs City Council has released details from a third-party water rate analysis conducted by the Oklahoma Rural Water Association. The study highlights the financial challenges facing the city’s wa...

For this installment of the Meet Your Officers series, I had the pleasure of speaking with Firefighter Chris Summers, a dedicated member of the Okmulgee Fire Department with almost three years of serv...

Get ready to spread holiday cheer at the annual Okmulgee Main Street Festival of Lights Parade, which will take place Thursday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m. in historic downtown Okmulgee. This year’s theme, “Sta...

Fostering a pet is a rewarding way to help animals in need, offering them a safe, loving environment on their journey to a permanent home. Fostering opportunities are available for animals coming dire...

John Neal, Jr., owner of Neal’s Homestore, is thrilled to announce the return of the annual Dodgebrawl Tournament - a fun-filled evening with a powerful mission to support Okmulgee Public Schools. Thi...

The spotlight was Okmulgee High School Principal Amanda Thomas at Tuesday’s regular school board meeting, as she highlighted the achievements and school spirit of her students and staff. Principal Tho...

In a show of commitment to local education and youth, Windy Chevrolet of Okmulgee has made a significant donation to Okmulgee Public Schools. Recently during halftime of a Bulldogs home game, Eric Pri...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners held their regular meeting on Tuesday following Monday’s Veterans Day recognition and celebration. The meeting opened with a prayer, the pledge and approval ...

A tragic vehicle collision on Nov. 8 led to the death of a 37-year-old Edmond woman on Interstate 40, approximately two miles east of Henryetta. The accident occurred around 4:45 p.m. amid rainy weath...

Vince Harjo, 36, of Glenpool, was sentenced last week to 48 months in prison followed by a lifetime of supervised release for possession of child sexual exploitation material. The sentence was handed ...

Schools, businesses and organizations across the area gathered to honor our nation’s veterans through a series of heartfelt celebrations and programs. Students got to hear from local veterans and comm...

If you’re looking for an evening of excitement, laughter and a little friendly rivalry, Dodgebrawl is back and better than ever! Hosted by Neal’s Homestore, this annual community event brings local te...

David Earhart has lived a life defined by dedication - to his country, his family, and his community. With a military career spanning over two decades, and nearly a decade more of public service to Ok...

Preston Public Schools Nov. 8 • 1 p.m. Location: Jim Waller Event Center All veterans and a guests are invited to come early at 12 p.m. to enjoy a meal and a special concert. An assembly to honor all ...

In Okmulgee, Marcus Jeffrey is known as a man who wears many hats. An Okmulgee native, Marcus serves as the City Councilman for Ward 4 and as Pastor of Eastside Baptist Church, while also working with...

Veterans Day is Nov. 11, and we take a moment to thank the men and women of Larry Howell, U.S. Air Force 14 years active duty, five years Guard, and nine years Reserves E-6 Rank. For a look at some of...