The Morris City Council made a difficult, but necessary decision concerning an increase in rates for water and sewer customers. The action came after the recommendation by Randy Clark of the Oklahoma ...

An attempt to steal a truck belonging to the Okmulgee Fire Department recently was unsuccessful. According to Chief Dewayne Hurt, someone attempted to steal the department vehicle on Dec. 9. The vehic...

A county man who was passenger in a vehicle was injured in an accident on Dec. 10, according to Oklahoma Highway Patrol. The crash took place at 4:52 a.m. on Hwy. 75, three miles north of Henryetta. A...

Bond was denied for Joseph Kennedy following a hearing Tuesday in Okmulgee County district court. Kennedy has been charged with the killing of four Okmulgee men in October. Attorney Gretchen Mosley re...

The Salvation Army Angel Distribution Day was held Wednesday with children receiving Christmas gifts. Volunteers and board members were busy getting the gifts together to pass out. Pictured are (not i...

A huge crowd turned out last week for the largest Christmas parade and enjoyed perfect weather for the festivities. A large contingency of volunteers helped make this event successful. Over 60 entries...

Who will win the $500 cash grand prize tomorrow? You must be present as Okmulgee Main Street holds the 2022 Sparkle Spree event at 6 p.m. on the square in downtown Okmulgee. “Join us on the north side...

Green Country Technology Center (GCTC) held its fall graduation ceremony last week for students from the Full-Time programs who have worked hard to obtain their credentials and certificates. There wer...

There will now only be one race on tap for the General Election April 4, 2023, after the withdrawal of one of the candidates. Kelly Bailey, who was seeking the Morris School Board Office 3 withdrew he...

DEAR ABBY: I am an only child and I love my mother. My father passed away after a short illness three years ago, leaving my mother a widow. My problem is, she calls me multiple times a day. I’m not on...

More than 250 industry- ready students will walk across the stage at OSU Institute of Technology for the 223rd Commencement ceremony on Dec. 16 at 5 p.m. in Covelle Hall. Chef Aaron Ware, OSUIT Culina...

“God sent Jesus to Mary’s tummy on Christmas,” says Kassandra, 6. What a difference a couple of words can make. Instead of “to,” try “out of” Mary’s tummy on Christmas. “Mary had him, and he was glowi...

Work on Okmulgee County Courthouse improvements is one step closer after the approval of an agreement was approved during Monday’s commissioners meeting. Trane representative Jason Davey spoke again d...

Ask questions and be honest with yourself and others regarding your feelings and intentions. Sticking to the truth and following a route that feels right will help you achieve your goal this year. Eng...

Seasons Greetings to all Okmulgee Humane Society followers! We want you to know we are hosting a Christmas special on all animals in our care including animals in shelter, boarding and foster homes. D...

As we approach the holiday season, thoughts turn to what gifts will be purchased or provided for loved ones. I hopefully finished most of my shopping over the weekend, but there is still one remaining...

Sunday School begins at 9 a.m. followed by worship service at 10 a.m. Come join us for worship! Everyone is welcome and invited to attend. Henryetta First Christian Church is located at 412 N. 5th Str...

The State Chamber is proud to recognize Rep. Scott Fetgatter of Okmulgee for his e_orts this last legislative session to support the sustained growth of Oklahoma’s economy. The State Chamber selected ...

The Morris varsity basketball program came away with a sweep of their county rivals from Beggs Tuesday evening at the Beggs Event Center. The visiting Lady Eagles improved to 3-0 on the young season w...

Together Oklahoma - OK Policy’s grassroots advocacy program - has announced it will hold a community meeting in Okmulgee County (both in-person and online) Tuesday, Dec. 20, at the College of the Musc...