“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...

Harlan Ford’s annual Toy Drive is underway, and continues through Dec. 17. Andrew Harlan, Fred Harlan, Lilly Rainwater and Lisa Castleberry welcomes new, unwrapped toys and bikes, which can be dropped...

Okmulgee High School Drama students will present their one-act play, “Roomers,” which will be performed at the historic Orpheum _eatre, 210 W. 7th Street in downtown Okmulgee. Under the direction of N...

four _e ling period for residents seeking positions on the Okmulgee City Council and area school boards ended Wednesday, with several races ahead. Four citizens have led for the City of Okmulgee Ward ...

December 8 Festival of Lights Christmas Parade | Okmulgee Main Street’s Festival of Lights Christmas Parade returns to downtown Okmulgee Thursday, Dec. 8, at 7 p.m. Lineup for parade entries will begi...

“If you’re doing the right thing, “you’ll like it and it’ll be for you to do,” says Victoria, 8. Lots of people today would agree. They say, “If it feels good, do it.” What if a bank robber has fun st...

Deep Fork Community Action Foundation, Inc. is holding an election for two Low-Income Representatives for Okmulgee County. The election will be held from 9-11 a.m. Friday, December 9, at the Okmulgee ...

The Okmulgee Fire Department responded early Monday morning to a blaze at this home located at the corner of 3rd and Grand, only one block from the Central Station. Around 8 a.m. the fire was complete...

The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) will hold a free webinar on Monday, Dec. 12, starting at 10 a.m. to discuss the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). The webinar will include info...

The Okmulgee County Salvation Army is urging everyone to donate to the kettles at the north and south doors of Walmart while out doing their Christmas shopping. Proceeds are used to assure the less fo...

Okmulgee Arby’s Asst. Manager Amy Jefferson,Shift Manager Cassandri Forslin, and General Manager Wanda Wares, presents a check to Leman Lewis of the Landmark for All Generations, Inc., fundraiser held...

Jason Davey of Trane updated the Okmulgee County Commissioners about the upcoming project during their Monday session. “There has been a lot of activity that has happened behind the scenes regarding t...