It was a night of fun, laughter, knowledge - and raising funds - for Okmulgee Main Street at the annual Big Brain Trivia event held on the campus of OSUIT. The community came together for a night to b...

The use of Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Fund (LATCF) funds was a primary topic of discussion during Monday’s meeting of the Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners on Monday. Following recen...

Rodeo participants, spectators and fans will be flocking into Okmulgee this weekend as the 69th annual Roy LeBlanc Okmulgee Invitational Rodeo opens Friday evening. The event is the nation’s oldest an...

The Okmulgee County Back-to-School Prayer Walk drew residents from all over the county on Saturday. The group gathered for a photo, prayer and sounding of the horn before they dispersed to the various...

A remarkable event - the 20th All-School Reunion of Okmulgee’s Dunbar School - kicks off this evening, the three-day gathering promises to be a heartwarming celebration of cherished memories, enduring...

County residents, particularly in the north end, have been dealing with water pressure issues for at least the last week, combined with record summer heat, which has led to an uncomfortable situation ...

Becky Alexander, the newly appointed Superintendent of Morris Public Schools, is ready to lead the district with her deep-rooted connection to the community and extensive experience in education. Alex...

The annual State of Oklahoma Tax-Free Weekend is used to encourage consumers to shop small. The sales tax holiday, which begins on Friday, and runs through Sunday, is a great opportunity to support lo...

In an effort to strengthen the bond between the Okmulgee Police Department and the community it serves, the Okmulgee Times is proud to launch a new series titled “Meet Your Officers.” This initiative ...

Doctor Tom Alexander recently made a nice contribution to Okmulgee Football and he is challenging all Okmulgee High School Alumni to donate to assist the Bulldog football program. Pictured are OHS Coa...

The community is invited to join the 8th annual Okmulgee County Prayer Walk, which will be held this Saturday beginning at 9 a.m. The Prayer Walk will begin at Okmulgee High School’s Brock Gymnasium, ...

The Okmulgee County Sheriff ’s Office (OCSO) is currently investigating a harrowing incident that unfolded near the Hwy 266 Deep Fork River bridge on the evening of July 25. Authorities responded to a...

A tragic stabbing spree on Thursday afternoon near 4th Street and Division Avenue in Henryetta has left two dead and two others critically injured, including the suspect. The incident, which occurred ...

American Legion Girls State is a prestigious program dedicated to providing young women with an immersive experience in the workings of government and the responsibilities of citizenship. Held annuall...

During Monday’s meeting, the Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners reversed their previous decision concerning the county’s property and liability insurance payment. Commissioner Erik Zoellner introd...

It’s almost time for the 69th Annual Roy LeBlanc Okmulgee Invitational Rodeo! This year’s event will take place Friday and Saturday, Aug. 9-10, drawing contestants and spectators from across the count...

Editor’s Note: There are three new superintendents leading county schools this year: Clay Vinyard at Okmulgee, Jason Price at Henryetta and Becky Alexander at Morris. This week, we take a look at two ...

The Henryetta community welcomes Jason Price as the new superintendent of Henryetta Public Schools, taking over following the retirement of Dwayne Noble. With over 25 years of experience in education,...

The highly anticipated Okmulgee Invitational Rodeo is fast approaching, and this year’s Mutton Bustin’ competition is set to be one of the highlights. Sheryl Montgomery, one of the organizers, shared ...

As we prepare for the upcoming school year, here are some important dates to keep in mind: One important date for all local parents is the Aug. 17 school supply giveaway at the Okmulgee County YMCA, s...