Self-confessed Bible history and language nerd Tim Mackie sees Jesus of Nazareth as “utterly amazing and worth following with everything that you have.”* Mackie is one of millions of believers who hav...

A group of young artists in Henryetta received an unforgettable surprise this week after being named winners of the Okmulgee Times & Henryetta Free-Lance Halloween Art Contest - a special ride to scho...

Inside her cozy apartment at Baptist Village, surrounded by family photos and precious memories, Mrs. Betty Story reflects on life, full of love and faith. A native of Eufaula, Mrs. Story moved to Okm...

New Day Church (formerly known as First Church of the Nazarene) will hold celebrate its 100th anniversary Sunday, Oct. 19, at 10:45 a.m. at the church, located at 711 N. Okmulgee Ave. in Okmulgee. Off...

A public informational meeting will be held Sept. 23 at 6 p.m. in the Don Shoemake Gymnasium to discuss the upcoming Oct. 14 bond election, giving community members an opportunity to learn more about ...

The Salvation Army has opened its Angel Tree application process as of 4 p.m. Sept. 9. All interested persons may visit www.salarmytulsa.org and click on Tulsa Area Command to get other dates and time...

The Okmulgee Lions Club gathered Tuesday, Aug. 26, for a special meeting that blended fellowship, delicious food, and an uplifting message of perseverance and health. The club welcomed Lion Brenda Tho...

Congressman Josh Brecheen hosted a town hall meeting in Okmulgee this week, continuing his series of public forums across Oklahoma. Brecheen, who has pledged to limit his service in the U.S. House of ...

Henryetta’s Main Street will roar to life this weekend as First Family Federal Credit Union presents the 13th Annual Smokin’ Hot Car & Bike Show. The popular event, set for Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2...

The Anchor of Hope (AOH) Women’s Conference will be held Friday and Saturday, Sept. 19-20, at Jubilee Christian Center. The theme of this year’s event is “Redeemed.” This annual conference brings wome...

Dear Editor, This is addressed to Congressman Brecheen following his town hall this week in Okmulgee. “Congressman, as someone who repeatedly states that the Bible is a source of truth and guidance, I...

In recognition of Overdose Awareness Day, the Okmulgee County Consortium will host a community event focused on saving lives and providing essential resources. The event is set for tomorrow, Aug. 28, ...

When historian Wayman Lewis talks about Okmulgee’s Black history, he doesn’t recite timelines - he revives heartbeats. And this weekend, those heartbeats will rise again through the Hidden Histories E...

Last week, the Mobile Smiles of Oklahoma unit made its impactful presence known at the Okmulgee County Criminal Justice Authority (OCCJA), delivering essential dental services in a specially outfitted...

Boldly go where no pet has gone before! Local pet lovers are invited to set their phasers to “fun” for an evening of fur, fandom, and a whole lot of wagging tails as Okmulgee celebrates Star Trek Day ...

Faith, community and commitment to local students filled the air Saturday morning as the 9th annual Okmulgee County School Prayer Walk launched from the historic Brock Gymnasium. With believers of all...

Outside the Walmart on Wood Drive, two determined young women stood in the Oklahoma summer heat - not for recognition, but for a mission. Jamyah Mc-Clellan and Tylor Jackson were representing Stand fo...

Part 1 -When Heather Houser talks about blood donation, she’s not reading from a script - she’s speaking as a mother. “My son was born with four holes in his heart,” she said. “He needed two transfusi...

Mabrey Bank is proud to announce two internal promotions that further solidify the bank’s footprint in Okmulgee and the surrounding communities of East Central Oklahoma. Tim Davis, who has spent the l...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners focused on property management during their regular meeting on Monday, July 21, with a detailed discussion regarding parcels acquired by the county after the...