special_image
Login Subscribe Advertisers
  • News
  • Sports
  • Lifestyle
  • Commentary
  • Obituaries
  • Classifieds
  • Calendar
  • Forms
  • E-Edition
    • News
    • Sports
    • Lifestyle
    • Commentary
    • Obituaries
    • Classifieds
    • Calendar
    • Forms
    • E-Edition
Commentary
Difficult Journey of Losing a Loved One
January 4, 2023
Death is often a taboo subject. Many of us are somewhat reluctant to talk about it, but it’s a sad fact of life. We live and then we die, but how do we cope after the death of someone we love? Today, ...
this is a test
2022 Favorites
Commentary
2022 Favorites
December 30, 2022
The new year is upon us and by the time I write another column, it will be 2023. The years rush by so fast its almost unbelievable. This year has been rough though and the holidays were no exception. ...
this is a test
Commentary
Fire Strikers
December 30, 2022
Sometimes, my wife says that I was born in the wrong era. She thinks I would have made a good mountain man, you know, kind of an 1820s’ era person. I have my doubts. I like my creature comforts too mu...
this is a test
Commentary
Okmulgee Manufacturing History
December 30, 2022
Here at the OADC office, we try our best to dig up and research any company or industry that is interested in Okmulgee. Obvious reason? So we know as much as we can about any company and their executi...
this is a test
Commentary
Woman prefers thrill of hunt over monogamy
December 30, 2022
DEAR ABBY: I am a woman in my late 30s. I have had a few failed relationships and a marriage that ended in divorce. At one point, I juggled three lovers at a time. I like being in a committed relation...
this is a test
Commentary
Ponderings
December 30, 2022
When, as Jesus followers, the spring in our step stalls out - if even momentarily - we draw consolation from the first century maiden. Mary persevered. This is no surprise. Not because of her unique s...
this is a test
Looking Back While Preparing for 2023
Commentary
Looking Back While Preparing for 2023
December 28, 2022
As we approach the end of the year, I always like to look back over the past 12 months and celebrate the good things that happened. If you read this column regularly, you are well aware of how much jo...
this is a test
Roommate has worn out more than his welcome
Commentary
Roommate has worn out more than his welcome
December 28, 2022
DEAR ABBY: I’m 55 and own my home. “Randall,” 53, lives with me and pays me rent. We used to be a couple, but COVID caused too much togetherness. He’s in the spare bedroom now. My house is cheaper for...
this is a test
What would you change in the New Year?
Commentary
What would you change in the New Year?
December 28, 2022
“I would like to change my bedtime on New Year’s Eve,” says Tyler, 11. “I usually go to bed at 10 p.m., but I would like to stay up all night. I would have a great time because we would first party, s...
this is a test
Commentary
Expect New Things in 2023
December 28, 2022
“There is no new thing under the sun,” according to Ecclesiastes 1:9. It is a given that occurrences and events which may take place in our lives in 2023 have been experienced by others in days gone b...
this is a test
Expectant
Commentary
Expectant
December 23, 2022
The apprentice of Jesus is no stranger to the notion of ‘dance’. In one way or other, rhythmic singings (silent or voiced) may naturally and often spring from deep within the disciple’s soul. That is ...
this is a test
Commentary
Why do young people turn to alcohol?
December 23, 2022
As a parent, grandparent or caregiver, it can be heartbreaking to see a young person in the family turn to substances like alcohol. In Okmulgee County, alcohol consumption is shown to be the most prev...
this is a test
Woman still gets the cold shoulder from stepdaughter
Commentary
Woman still gets the cold shoulder from stepdaughter
December 23, 2022
DEAR ABBY: I’ve been married six years, and ever since we’ve been married, my husband’s daughter has insisted I can’t come to her house that my husband pays a mortgage on. I think he should tell her i...
this is a test
Mistaken Assumption
Commentary
Mistaken Assumption
December 23, 2022
I have three sisters. They are all older than I. That, of course, makes me the “baby” of the family. My sisters love to make that abundantly clear to everyone. Once, they showed up at the airport when...
this is a test
Festive Finger Foods
Commentary
Festive Finger Foods
December 23, 2022
Christmas is a time for parties and get togethers! Growing up, I remember Christmas Eve at Granny’s house with the whole family gathered to celebrate. We would bring finger foods and drinks and sing c...
this is a test
My Old Man (and Other Loved Ones)
Commentary
My Old Man (and Other Loved Ones)
December 21, 2022
Around this time of year, it is almost impossible to avoid Christmas movies. I will fully admit that I have some favorites, ranging from White Christmas to Die Hard (yes, it is a Christmas movie), but...
this is a test
Commentary
Make the Holidays Better for Loved Ones
December 21, 2022
On behalf of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Office, we would like to wish a Merry Christmas and a happy and safe holiday season to all of our longterm care residents and their loved ones. While this can...
this is a test
Man’s cheating shatters wife’s sense of purpose
Commentary
Man’s cheating shatters wife’s sense of purpose
December 21, 2022
The reason you haven’t left this marriage may be that you are self-conscious about your age or think nothing is worse than being alone. Life does not end at 60, and THIS is worse than being alone. DEA...
this is a test
Reflecting on the Past 10 Years
Commentary
Reflecting on the Past 10 Years
December 16, 2022
The end of each year allows us to reflect on what is behind us and look forward to what is to come. As we begin this new chapter, thank you for putting your trust in me. It’s a responsibility I will n...
this is a test
The Lumberjack
Commentary
The Lumberjack
December 16, 2022
He was a big man. He stood six foot three or four tall. He weighed at least 250 pounds. He was a “rough and tumble” type of man. He was a lumberjack - literally! He worked for the local lumber company...
this is a test
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • …
  • 27

e-Edition
Editor Picks
Lady Eagles Rout Tulsa Memorial in Slowpitch Opener
Sports
Lady Eagles Rout Tulsa Memorial in Slowpitch Opener
March 22, 2023
The Morris Lady Eagle varsity slowpitch softball team kicked off their 2023 season Monday evening with a pair of run-rule wins over the Tulsa Memorial Lady Chargers in Morris. Pictured on this page ar...
this is a test
Pirates remain unbeaten following recent diamond action
Sports
Pirates remain unbeaten following recent diamond action
March 22, 2023
Preston baseball notches home wins over Mounds, Quapaw for 3-0 startThe Preston Pirate varsity spring baseball team improved to 3-0 on the young season this past weekend with a pair of home wins.The P...
this is a test
Sports
Bulldogs drop district opener at Meeker
March 22, 2023
The Okmulgee varsity baseball team opened district play last Wednesday at Meeker High School, battling the host Meeker Bulldogs in a District 3A-5 doubleheader.The visiting Bulldogs dropped Game 1 of ...
this is a test
Religion
St. Michael Catholic Church Fourth Sunday of Lent
March 22, 2023
We are now just three weeks from the celebration of the Resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. That means just three weeks from when some who have been diligently praying and studying about...
this is a test
What Does God Do?
Religion
What Does God Do?
March 22, 2023
“God does almost everything,” says Caleb, 10. “He watches us while we’re asleep, and he watches us in the day, too. He never sleeps, and he never gets hurt. But the most important thing is he never le...
this is a test
Facebook
Video

OKMULGEE TIMES
320 W. 6th
Okmulgee, OK 74447

918.756.3600

This site complies with ADA requirements

© 2022 Okmulgee Times

  • Contact
  • Privacy
  • Accessibility Policy