There will be an opportunity for Public Review of Morris Public Schools Federal Programs at their January Board Meeting on Monday, Jan. 13. The meeting will take place at the Morris School Board of Ed...

The Okmulgee County Fairboard will meet Thursday, Jan. 9, at 7 p.m. at the OSU Extension Center, 1901 N. Oklahoma Ave. in Okmulgee. Agenda items include: • Treasurer’s Report • New Business: a. Follow...

Fostering Hope Training Day has changed to the second Thursday of each month for foster/adoption/ kinship parents in Okmulgee and surrounding counties. This connection meeting is hosted at 6 p.m. at C...

WonderFully Made Therapy Group is set to host an event honoring childcare providers this Saturday, Jan. 11, at 11 a.m. at their office, located at 123 E. 6th Street in Okmulgee. The free event is an o...

DEAR ABBY: Fifteen years ago, after six years of marriage, my husband and I moved 3,000 miles away from everyone I knew. I wasn’t in favor of the move and never felt at home in the new city, but I tri...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Focus on collaboration this week, Aries. Teamwork leads to unexpected rewards if you are open to others’ ideas, so remain receptive to the input of teammates. TAURUS – Apr 21/May...

For Lt. Jason Scott of the Okmulgee Fire Department, firefighting isn’t just a job; it’s a lifelong calling. With nearly 18 years of service, Lt. Scott carries a passion for helping others during thei...

Several Okmulgee County officers were sworn in Thursday morning by District Judge Pandee Ramirez in a ceremony. Above, Eddy Rice signs documents witnessed by Judge Pandee Ramirez as being sworn in as ...

Rep. Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, is serving in the leadership role of Tribal & External Affairs for the Oklahoma House of Representatives for the 60th Legislature. This is a new position for the Hous...

A Candidate Forum for District 1 County Commissioners will be held today at 6:30 p.m. at the Twin Hills School Gymnasium. According to Okmulgee County Republican Chair Marsheila Prior, this forum will...

As 2024 comes to a close, the Oklahoma Department of Corrections reflects on a transformative year marked by innovation, collaboration and measurable success. From enhancing safety and rehabilitation ...

Church will hold its Clothing Closet Saturday, Jan. 4, from 9-11 a.m. at the church, located

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You are likely to question information you receive this week, Aries. Investigate things further, but remain receptive to what others are saying. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, it...

Oklahoma has a housing problem. Faltering local economies and development disagreements are stalling needed housing development in rural areas, while zoning and building codes prevent much-needed smal...

As the year comes to a close, it is fitting to reflect on what we were able to accomplish on behalf of our great state. From battling organized crime to standing against the Biden Administration’s fed...

Okmulgee FFA members delivered baked treats made in Ms. Stewart’s Food Science class Okmulgee High School faculty and staff the week before Christmas break. The Food Science class made Rice Kriispie t...

Oklahoma’s death row is dwindling with each execution. No state court has imposed a death sentence since May 13, 2022, when a Tulsa County judge followed a jury’s recommendation and sentenced David Wa...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You are likely to question information you receive this week, Aries. Investigate things further, but remain receptive to what others are saying. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, it...

DAWN CARTER REPORTER In this installment of Meet Your Officers, we introduce you to Officer Michael Shaikho of the Okmulgee Police Department. A newer member of the force, Officer Shaikho shares insig...

Citing “fundamental principles of federal Indian law that have been in place since the founding era and are deeply rooted in the United States Constitution,” the U.S. Department of Justice sued a pair...