Editor’s Note: Over the next two editions, we will remember two longtime Okmulgee coaches who helped shape a generation of young people. First up is Coach Carl Scott, and next week, Max Combrink. Both...

Oklahoma’s top high school wrestling teams will converge for one of the sport’s most intense and team-driven championship events when the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (OSSAA) hosts...

Congratulations to Dewar senior Braelin Lewis, who officially signed to play football at McPherson College, continuing his standout career. As a two-time state championship game MVP and a dominant run...

Beggs High School seniors Jordan Wesley and Aiden Taylor signed letters of intent Wednesday at Beggs High School, celebrating their opportunities to continue their football careers at the collegiate l...

State Rep. Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, sharply criticized Kevin Stitt on Monday following the governor’s 2026 State of the State address, accusing him of deepening divisions with Oklahoma’s tribal na...

The Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce will host a Legislative Forum this Friday, offering local residents and business owners an opportunity to hear legislative briefings directly from their Oklahoma State...

Early voting for Okmulgee County residents begins Thursday, giving voters a convenient option ahead of Election Day on Feb. 10. The early voting period is designed for voters who may be unable to cast...

History keeps repeating itself in Morris - and that’s a very good thing. The Morris High School Academic Team has once again proven it belongs at the very top of Oklahoma’s academic elite, capturing t...

Okmulgee County Commissioners opened their Feb. 2 meeting with routine business, but the discussion quickly turned to long-term community investments - ranging from improvements at the county fairgrou...

As the Okmulgee Times and Henryetta Free-Lance recognize the men and women of law enforcement and first responders across Okmulgee County in today’s special Salute to Hometown Heroes section included ...

A wave of encouraging news is rippling through Oklahoma’s education community, and several schools in Okmulgee County are among those being celebrated. According to a memorandum released by the Oklaho...

The Oklahoma State University Extension Office in Okmulgee County is welcoming two new educators whose backgrounds and passion for service are expected to bring added value to local youth, families an...

When people think about filmmaking, they often picture big cities, sound stages and distant studios. But in recent years, Okmulgee has quietly been building something different, a reputation as a plac...

After days of relentless winter weather that blanketed Okmulgee County in snow, sleet, and dangerous cold, a gradual thaw is finally underway. Still, officials caution that winter is far from finished...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners convened for a regular meeting Monday morning, Jan. 26, at the Okmulgee County Courthouse, approving routine business items, employee matters and a right-ofw...

As freezing temperatures continue across Okmulgee County, a local warming center is providing residents with a safe place to stay warm, shower, and rest during this period of extreme weather. The cent...

The Patrons Bank High School Basketball Invitational, held Jan. 19-21, delivered three days of competitive basketball and highlighted both the depth of talent among area programs and the strong commun...

Emergency officials across Okmulgee County and much of Oklahoma are urging residents to take immediate action as a prolonged and potentially life-threatening winter weather system is expected to impac...

A Muscogee Nation National Council representative has been charged with four felony counts stemming from allegations that she interfered with the official duties of fellow council members. Robyn White...

The Oklahoma Department of Commerce has announced the 2026 recipients of the Oklahoma Certified Main Street Incentive Program, with Okmulgee Main Street earning a significant award as part of a record...