The Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce hosted its second Legislative Forum on Feb. 7, bringing together Senators David Bullard, Representative Scott Fetgatter, along with Representative Chris Banning to dis...

Students at Rose State College now have expanded opportunities to seamlessly transfer into OSU Institute of Technology’s (OSUIT) Bachelor of Technology in Applied Industry Leadership (BT AIL) program,...

Members of the Okmulgee County Community Garden met Saturday, Feb. 8, donned their work gloves and brought their gardening tools to prepare the garden for spring planting. They cleaned out the raised ...

Sample ballots are now available for the March 4 election. Voters can download a sample ballot using the State Election Board OK Voter Portal at oklahoma.gov/elections/ovp or pick up a copy at the Okm...

Henryetta First Christian Church, 412 N. 5th St. in Henryetta, will hold a chili dinner Saturday, Feb. 22, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The meal will include a bowl of chili or Frito pie, dessert and a d...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, impulsiveness may cause friction with loved ones this week, so avoid rushing into decisions. Keep an open mind when others come to you with their thoughts. TAURUS – Apr 21...

In this installment of our “Meet Your Officers” series, we introduce Chief Deputy Robert Heath of the Okmulgee County Sheriff ’s Office (OCSO). With over 25 years in law enforcement, Chief Heath has a...

The Okmulgee County Specialty Court has dedicated a memorial plaque in honor of Judge Duane Woodliff, the founding judge of the program, as a tribute to his enduring legacy of compassion, service, and...

Beggs City Council met Feb. 10 and voted not to amend a mobile home ordinance, while voting to table further discussion regarding an ongoing street maintenance issue, and approve purchasing trauma bag...

During Monday’s meeting of the Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners, the board formally declared Feb. 17-21, 2025, as Oklahoma Farm Bureau Week in Okmulgee County. Chairman Michael Wallace read the ...

Okmulgee Elks Lodge will host a Sweetheart Masquerade Ball Saturday, Feb. 15, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person or $50 per couple, with proceeds supporting community initiatives. Contact the Okmulg...

Okmulgee County Emergency Management (OCEM) is partnering with the Tulsa office of the National Weather Service (NWS) to host a Storm Spotter Training event. This critical training session is schedule...

A woman who reveals her age is likely to share anything. So, we won’t disclose that. However, she is old enough to know better and still too young to care. Being born on Valentine’s Day is perfect for...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 A good first impression is really important right now, Aries. Be sure to wear your best clothes and check out your appearance before you meet up with anyone this week. TAURUS – A...

Congratulations to the Morris High School Academic Team and Coach Jeremy Avery for winning the 2025 Oklahoma State Championship 3A Academic Bowl. This is the third time in a row for the outstanding te...

Mark your calendars and join members of the Landmark For All Generations, Inc. board on Monday, Feb. 17, at the Elks Lodge for a Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser. Get your advanced tickets for $8 from any ...

The spirit of friendship bloomed this past Sunday as six young women from Preston gathered to celebrate an afternoon of fun, food and creative expression. Dubbed a “Galentine’s” celebration, the event...

Entrepreneurs and small business owners in Okmulgee and surrounding areas are invited to attend Tools For Your Business, a comprehensive event designed to equip local businesses with the tools, resour...

The Oklahoma Tax Commission recently released city sales tax collection figures that primarily represents local tax receipts from December business. The monies they reported this period represent sale...

The public is invited to a Valentine’s Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser on Monday, Feb. 17, at the Okmulgee Elks Lodge. The event, now in it’s second year, hosted by Landmark for All Generations, Inc., wil...