Superintendent Roger King, students and staff at Green Country Technology Center spent time Monday looking at the sky for the solar eclipse on April 8. The entire experience was a first for many to wi...

Prom season is in full swing and Okmulgee High School students and their dates, such as Brandon Simon and McKenzie S. (above), were able to enjoy their event last Saturday at OHS, as they celebrated “...

OKLAHOMA CITY – The filing period for candidates wishing to seek political office in Oklahoma closed on Friday at 5 p.m. A total of 285 candidates declared their intentions to run for office, a relati...

April is National Volunteer Month and there’s no better time to shine a spotlight on the thousands of volunteers who bring life to programs offered through Oklahoma State University Extension. For 110...

DEAR ABBY: This is the third time I have received a gift of a political book from my brother-in-law! We are poles apart politically. It came with a message to 'please read the book this time.' He is e...

The moment you realize your pet is missing immediately call Animal Control at 918-7563511. Do not delay, do not wait as the city ordnance only has a 72-hour stray hold. Even if it’s after hours or wee...

Beggs is buzzing with excitement as it prepares to host a Farmers Market starting May 11, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. This gathering aims to bring the community together, offering a platform for local farme...

Kalen Groves serves with Rep. Banning Kalen Groves, a Beggs High School junior, served as a page for Rep. Chris Banning, R-Bixby, at the Oklahoma State Capitol from April 1 to 4 during the second sess...

Former students, faculty sought The Beggs Alumni Association is calling for all former students (graduation not required) and faculty to come reconnect at the annual Alumni Banquet. It is scheduled fo...

The annual Student Scholarship & Donor Recognition Banquet at OSU Institute of Technology took place on March 26. This event celebrated students for their academic accomplishments and allowed donors t...

In a ceremony that resonated with a century of community service, the Tulsa Area United Way (TAUW) commemorated its 100th year by symbolically passing the torch to the Okmulgee County YMCA, a partner ...

For Okmulgee, the local Salvation Army Food Pantry volunteer coordinators Carol Smith and Monica Clark are navigating through challenging times. Despite the pantry’s recent upgrades, including new com...

As the 2023-24 school year draws to a close, several districts, along with Green Country Technology Center, have announced their Teacher and Staff Members of the Year. Here are just of few of those in...

Event planned April 12 Looking for something free to do on a Friday night for the whole family? New Day Church, located at 711 N. Okmulgee Ave. in Okmulgee, will hold a Community Friendship Connection...

Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce will hold its next Legislative Forum Friday, April 5, at 8 a.m. at the Mabrey Meeting Room. Legislators will share updates with constituents. Greater Jones Fried Chicken D...

Dewar school district voters approved a $320,000 bond issue in an election Tuesday, with over 71.58 percent approval given. Okmulgee County votes for the proposition was 61, with 11 voting no. In McIn...

Okmulgee County’s Rural Water District #5 has rescheduled its annual meeting to Monday, May 6, #5 at 7 p.m. The meeting will take place at the RWD District Office, 10410 Loblolly Rd. in Henryetta. The...

OBI blood drive planned April 20 Eastside Baptist Church Youth Ministry will host a community outreach event Saturday, April 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. According to Youth Director Crystal Hammon, snac...

SaKredJoi Art, a woman- owned boutique specializing in greeting cards, handmade paper goods, abstract art and stationery, is thrilled to announce new collaborations with local Okmulgee retailers, enha...