A remarkable journey of skill development and transformation culminated in the dedication of a new central control building at the John Lilley Correctional Center (JLCC) in Boley. The facility, constr...

Frances LaVonne Ausbrooks, the matriarch of the Ausbrooks family and founder of Ausbrooks Cars, passed away Tuesday, June 25. See her full obituary on page A2.

A stellar lineup of performers showcased this year’s entertainment at the recently concluded Muscogee Nation Festival. On Friday, LoCash and Joe Nichols hit the main stage with their performances, whi...

The City of Okmulgee wishes America, the greatest country in the world, a Happy Birthday with a wonderful Fireworks Extravaganza. City of Okmulgee Emergency Management Director and Licensed Pyrotechni...

OK Misfits Theatre Co, a new Okmulgee community theater, will be debuting with “The Princess Bride” on Aug. 23-24. Open auditions are Sunday, June 30, from 2-5 p.m. at the Dunbar Learning Center, 420 ...

ecoLINK, fiber broadband provider powered by East Central Electric Cooperative, is excited to announce the commencement of construction for our new fiber broadband network in the Schulter and Morris a...

The streets of Okmulgee feel a bit dimmer this week as the community mourns the loss of John McConnel, a beloved figure whose contributions to the town will be remembered for generations. McConnel, ow...

It was an exciting week of activities as the Muscogee Nation celebrated its rich heritage at the annual Muscogee Nation Festival. The citizens and community were able to enjoy a plethora of activities...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners met on Monday for their regular session - their first meeting since the passing of former District 1 Commissioner Ron Ballard, who was laid to rest later tha...

In a momentous event for the Okmulgee community, the new downtown office for the Oklahoma Department of Human Services (DHS) officially opened its doors with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, June ...

In the wake of longtime Superintendent Renee Dove’s retirement, Okmulgee Public Schools is ushering in a new era of leadership with the appointment of several new administrators. This transition marks...

The Okmulgee City Council held its regular meeting Tuesday as the members covered an agenda with various topics, including a proclamation for Juneteenth, budget discussions, and updates on community p...

Looking for something to do this weekend? Well, there is plenty on tap around the area, including the annual Muscogee Festival, which officially kicked off last night. This weekend, there are plenty o...

Members of the Okmulgee Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Team presented a check Wednesday afternoon to support the Salvation Army Food Pantry. Pictured from left are Leslie Lewis, Helen Harvey and Glend...

Okmulgee Public School board, staff and administration and the Okmulgee Education Foundation and community paid tribute to Superintendent Renee Dove, whose final day of service to the district was Jun...

Senator Roger Thompson, R-Okemah, submitted his letter of resignation last Friday. He was first elected in 2014, and has two years left in a third and final term that would have expired in 2026. “I am...

This year’s Muscogee Nation Festival promises a memorable experience with performances from renowned artists, an engaging fashion show, and a nostalgic trip back to the 90s - all at the Claude Cox Omn...

The Okmulgee Main Street program has welcomed Melinda De Santo as its new Executive Director. With a background rooted in Washington State, De Santo brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspecti...

During their regular meeting on Monday, the Okmulgee Board of County Commissioners discussed several items regarding the use of Use Tax funds for county employees and other matters. First, they approv...

The investigation into the slaying of a county man last week continues. On June 12 at approximately 1:42 p.m., Okmulgee County deputies responded to an area west of Beggs on the report of a deceased m...