Changes made to municipal code During their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, the Okmulgee City Council heard a few residents’ concerns surrounding dilapidated housing and an increase in drug use in...

On Monday, Oct. 9, Muscogee Nation’s Council Oak Comprehensive Healthcare in Tulsa became the first Tribal health care facility in the lower 48 United States to perform minimally invasive surgery util...

Chief Joe Prentice and the Okmulgee Police Department hosted a recognition ceremony on Oct. 13 to honor a few of the dedicated officers who safeguard our community. The ceremony, held at the OPD headq...

One man dies from injuries The Okmulgee Police Department is investigating a shooting which left one man dead. Tuesday at 3:15 p.m., the OPD responded to a report of a person shot in the area of Rando...

Martha Laughlin, Business Manager of the Okmulgee County Health Department was at this week’s meeting of the Okmulgee County Commissioners to discuss plans to move forward with the health department’s...

A fun, family time is in store Saturday during the annual Luther’s Oktoberfest at Trinity Lutheran Church in Okmulgee. Last week, preparations began for the event, which is a fundraiser to get a new r...

Community invited to day of family fun In the heart of Okmulgee County, near Okmulgee & Dripping Springs Lakes, a hidden gem awaits families and adventure seekers alike - Rocky Ridge Resort. Owned and...

Friends, family, colleagues and community members gathered Friday afternoon on the campus of OSUIT to honor Dr. Bill R. Path on his retirement as president of the college. Claudette Butcher, executive...

Pecan Bake-Off returns, competitors of all ages sought Fun, food and even friendly competitions await next week as plans are being finalized for the Okmulgee Pecan Festival and Harvest Spoon Chili Fes...

Members of Aglow International, a women’s ministry organization with chapters around the world, held a prayer gathering last week at the Deep Fork River Bridge for the families of the ‘Okmulgee Four,’...

Lori Fullbright, News on 6 crime reporter, was in Okmulgee again this week to give a presentation on cons, frauds and scams and what citizens need to do to protect themselves. The Oct. 9 event was hos...

Calling all casual readers and bibliophiles! The Friends of the Okmulgee Public Library’s book sale will take place next week, from October 17-21. The sale will begin a day early for members, with Fri...

EM Director gives weekly report District 1 Commissioner Erik Zoellner expressed his hopes to see Juneteenth recognized as a federal holiday by Okmulgee County. He said that several members of his team...

Coach Jackson gives midseason assessment A vote that would see Okmulgee Public Schools establish a youth football program, at nominal or no cost to OPS students, did not pass during a packed regular m...

Members of the Okmulgee Fire Department visited Okmulgee Primary School this Monday to share tips with students during Fire Prevention Week. Chief Dewayne Hurt talks to students during the event, and ...

A celebration of Indigenous Peoples Day was held Monday on the grounds of the Creek Council House in downtown Okmulgee. Native Americans of various tribes, along with the community and visitors, joine...

Eagle Pride Day moved due to testing During the meeting Monday, Morris Elementary School’s Counselor Kelli Baker and P.E. Teacher Whitney Tucker spoke to the board about the events surrounding the sch...

Two juvenile suspects arrested in case The vandalism of a county church has led to the arrest of two subjects. On Sept. 21, an Okmulgee County Sheriff ’s Office deputy responded to the 16300 block N. ...

Marketplace vendors also sought The 27th annual Harvest Spoon Chili Festival is set for Saturday, Oct. 28, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. on the Square in downtown Okmulgee, and the deadline is nearing for tho...

Impact Rehab & Wellness is a small locally owned business since 2018 providing physical and occupational therapy. Kris and Michael Siegenthaler, the owners of Impact Rehab bought the Kunkler Building ...