The Okmulgee County Safehouse received several donations to assist their agency recent. Above left, staff from One Fire Casino donated toys for children of the Safehouse. Pictured are Karen Little, Sh...

The Oklahoma Department of Commerce (Commerce) announced the launch of the Oklahoma Diverse Business Certification Program. Part of the Oklahoma Supplier Diversity Initiative, the program allows Certi...

Good morning, Okmulgee. We have a recap for you on the animals brought into the Okmulgee City Pound in 2021 and changes for 2022. ACO impounded a total of 627 dogs and cats in 2021. Owners claimed 49 ...

The Morris School board met Monday evening for their regular monthly session. The board assigned Jerry Webster to act in the absence of President Dana Mims and member James Allred in the absence of Cl...

The Okmulgee County Democratic Party will meet Thursday, Jan. 20, at 6 p.m. at the OSUIT Student Union Building. According to Chair Rae Ann Wilson, 2022 will be an educational, enlightening and exciti...

Whether you are optimistic or pessimistic about 2022, the news cycle won’t be letting up. After two years of political, cultural and financial strife - all while a seemingly never-ending global pandem...

The Morris City Council approved the creation of a new department during Monday’s meeting. The city will now have a Parks and Recreation Department. Mayor Jeremy Avery stated the city has been looking...

Friday is the last day to apply for voter registration to be eligible to vote in the Feb. 8 City of Okmulgee Municipal Primary Election, according to Election Board Secretary Ashley Carnes. On the bal...

The first Legislative Forum of the year, sponsored by the Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce, was held last Friday. Senator Roger Thompson was joined by Representatives Scott Fetgatter and Logan Phillips in...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners approved an E911 Communications agreement with OSUIT at their Monday meeting. According to 911 Director Tim Craighton, the agreement will allow Okmulgee Coun...

Okmulgee High School students will have a new elective available during the 2022-23 school year. The school board approved a Native Studies Class in partnership with the Muscogee Nation. Special guest...

A group of concerned citizens are joining together to create a group for individuals who are seeking support due to their loved ones becoming addicts. Addiction is something many people face, and the ...

The City of Okmulgee has informed residents of their 2022 Holiday schedule for services. For all the listed holidays, both the City Hall Offices and Public Works Operations will be closed. Emergency s...

Drivers through downtown Okmulgee who enjoyed the lights during the holiday season will soon be able to enjoy a permanent feature in the area. According to Okmulgee Main Street Executive Director Heat...

A man wanted in connection with a shooting in December is now in custody. Records show 24-year-old Leon Maurice Grant III was booked into the Okmulgee County Jail on Tuesday on a complaint of Shooting...

Due to the increase of COVID-19 cases, the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is extending COVID-19 testing hours at local county health departments, and will offer weekend availability at sel...

The Jan. 11 meeting of the Okmulgee County Republicans will feature three candidates, Senator Roger Thompson; mayoral candidate for February 8 election Richard Larabee; and District 1 County Commissio...

Happy New Year, Okmulgee. We complete the year of 2021 with a sad story with a wonderful ending. On December 14, 2021, our office was contacted by the manager of the Tag Office. A very pregnant German...

There will be an opportunity for Public Review of the Federal Programs at the January School Board Meeting on Monday, Jan. 10. The meeting will take place at the Morris School Board of Education in th...

The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE) Chapter 0730 will meet on Thursday, Jan. 13, at 11 a.m. at the Shoneys Restaurant, 619 E. Main St. (across the street from the Wal...