Okmulgee FFA had some spooky fun at their monthly FFA chapter meeting on October 9, 2024. Several members of the Oklahoma FFA State Officer Team also attended this month’s meeting as a special surpris...

Induction ceremonies were recently held for 25 new members of the Beggs High School chapter of the National Honor Society. The students joined new NHS officers and were honored for their scholarship, ...

The annual Dodgebrawl Tournament, held by Neal’s Homestore, drew several teams and participants to the exciting event at Okmulgee High School’s Brock Gym. See additional photos and more information on...

The Lady’s Auxiliary of First Baptist Church Central in Okmulgee organized a holiday food basket giveaway with the support of church members and community volunteers. Under the leadership of Rev. Darr...

The Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust (TSET) is opening two grant opportunities to improve the health of Oklahomans. TSET will post guidelines and application documents for TSET Built Environment Gra...

Ott and Jill Holleman are pictured on their wedding day in El Paso, Texas 55 years ago. Randy Holleman, Ott’s brother, who served as best man, and Carrie Anna Holleman Mabrey, Ott’s sister, stood with...

The Coffee Vault, 511 W. Ozark in Morris, is holding a Coat Drive through Friday, Nov. 29. Bring a clean, gently used coat and receive 50% off a drink of your choice.

DEAR ABBY: I had my four children by the time I was 24. My oldest is a senior, while my others are a sophomore, eighth grader and a seventh grader. I feel, at times, that I go through a grieving proce...

Schulter Public Schools announced a temporary transition to virtual learning from Tuesday through Friday, Nov. 22, citing an unusually high number of absences among students and staff.During this peri...

On Wednesday, Nov. 20, the new class of Oklahoma lawmakers will take office In total, 31 new Oklahoma lawmakers - 17 in the House and 14 in the Senate - will join 117 veteran lawmakers for the first s...

The Oklahoma Psychological Association (OPA) is proud to announce the inaugural Friend of Psychology Awards, a new initiative to honor state legislators who demonstrate exceptional dedication to promo...

For nearly half a century, multi-Grammy and Dove Award winner Bill Gaither has been a musical trailblazer. His reputation as a performer, songwriter and mentor for newly- discovered artists is known w...

“The Lord has protected me by using my dog,” says Alan, age 10. “Once a dog almost bit me, but my boxer chased him away. God helps me hide from things, and he helps me by letting my dad be a cop.”You’...

Okmulgee Lions Club recently made a donation to help feed kids during the holiday season. Pictured is President Larry Howell with Holly Barris, who sets out to help others and make a difference in our...

Revelation 22:21: “May the grace of the Lord Jesus be with everyone.”These are the final words of the Bible, and with them goes infinite peace. So if we give everyone we ever see or speak to this bles...

The Okmulgee community showed the spirit of giving during the 3rd Annual Christmas Toy Run, sponsored by the Christian Motorcycle Association. Many toys were donated during the event and were speciall...

Okmulgee resident Kennedy Sullivan earned an Explorers B1 Silver Medal at Oklahoma School for the Blind’s 12th annual Oklahoma Regional Cane Quest competition in Muskogee.Sullivan, an OSB 6th grader, ...

If you’re looking to step into the heart of a Hallmark Christmas movie, you don’t need a television screen - just head to Henryetta, this December! Each year, Henryetta transforms into a cozy holiday ...

The Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce officially welcomed Bomgaars to the community on Friday, Nov. 15, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that marked the store’s grand opening. This family-owned and operated ...

Okmulgee Elks Lodge hosted its 3rd annual Veterans Breakfast Monday, serving veterans from across the county. The Elks were assisted by the Okmulgee Rotary Club. Pictured are some of the Elks and Rota...