• Chief of Police Mark R. Moore prohibited the use of air rifles within Okmulgee city limits after several boys were seen shooting their new Christmas guns at birds near the council house. The rifles ...

Second Baptist Church, located at 1003 N. Alabama Ave. in Okmulgee, will host a free clothing closet Saturday, Jan. 3, from

A freshman Oklahoma lawmaker who upset a powerful House Republican incumbent last year is trying to turn grassroots energy into a broader policy movement, rolling out a seven- point conservative agend...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Strange things are happening, Aries. It may be better to go with the flow right now. You might like the change that ensues, and the change in pace could be a positive. TAURUS – A...

An opportunity to start 2026 off without the burden of an outstanding warrant on misdemeanors, traffic cases and fines and costs payment plans is being offered by the Okmulgee County District Court. O...

As the Legislature enacted tougher sentencing laws, Oklahoma’s prison population increased for a third consecutive year in 2025. The Department of Corrections reported a population of 23,498 on Dec. 2...

The Okmulgee Rotary Club recently gathered for its annual Christmas Party and Pinning Ceremony, an evening marked by celebration, gratitude and reflection on the shared commitment to service that defi...

Beggs truly rang in the holiday season in memorable fashion as Jingle Bell Day and the Beggs Christmas Parade transformed downtown into a scene straight out of a small-town Christmas postcard. With sm...

Seven truckloads of bicycles and a cargo van full of toys were delivered Friday afternoon to Okmulgee DHS, as the 10th Annual Harlan Ford Toy Drive wrapped up another successful holiday season. The de...

The Oklahoma Ethics Commission voted unanimously on Friday to restore public access to the state’s online campaign finance database and seek legal action against a software developer that failed to de...

The Okmulgee Fire Department worked quickly Saturday morning to extinguish a grass fire that spread quickly in the 1400 block of E. Randolph Street. The fire from a grill caught grass on fire and spre...

Years ago, Reese Hundley learned firsthand what it felt like to be homeless. After finding black mold in his rental property, Hundley packed up and left the property with his wife and their child. Dur...

VFW Post 1189 meets the third Saturday of each month at 11 a.m. at 1427 N. Okmulgee Ave. in Okmulgee. The Auxiliary also meets at 11 a.m. Other events include pool tournaments ($10 entry fee) on Frida...

Patrons Bank has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2025honorbyThe Oklahoman for a third year in a row. This list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by ...

Leaders from the Muscogee Nation and the Muscogee Nation Gaming Enterprises (MNGE) held a ceremonial ribbon-cutting on Monday, Dec. 15, to open the doors on a $69.8 million capital investment, the new...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 If you are feeling half-hearted about what you are working on, then put it off for a little bit and focus on something more interesting this week, Aries. You can use the rest. TA...

s the festive lights twinkle in the crisp December air and the scent of pine wafts through bustling streets, there is an undeniable magic that envelops us during the Christmas season. It’s a time when...

hen it comes to Christmas songs, “Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer” stands out with its catchy tune and humorous, albeit dark, storyline. Since its debut, the song has amused and bewildered listener...

s the holiday season approaches, homes across the globe are adorned with a variety of festive decorations. Among the traditional wreaths and twinkling lights sits a lesser-known but equally enchanting...

he holiday season is upon us, and what better way to embrace the spirit of Christmas than by indulging in some delightful festive treats? Whether you’re hosting a holiday party, looking for gifts from...