Each year, the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation proposes changes in Title 800, the administrative rules that govern hunting, fishing and wildlife department operations. The public comment ...

The Okmulgee Times had the unique opportunity to sit down with Director Aaron Williams and actress Fatima Marie, who portrays Emma Gurley, to discuss their powerful new film on the legacy of Greenwood...

Morris Elementary was again recognized as one of America’s Healthiest Schools in the Healthier Generation announcement of 2024. This year, 879 schools across 30 states were recognized. According to Co...

Indigenous Peoples’ Day was marked by a vibrant celebration at the Creek Nation Council House on Monday. The event featured a rich blend of cultural traditions, speeches and performances that honored ...

As part of an ongoing effort to raise awareness and ensure local communities are ready for emergencies, Okmulgee County is partnering with the Muscogee Nation, Beggs Public Schools and Twin Hills Scho...

Most counties in Oklahoma saw a decrease in jobless rates during August, according to the latest statistics from the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission. Okmulgee County’s rate decreased slightly ...

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

ODAFF has scheduled two Unwanted Pesticide Disposal dates for October, which will take place in Fairview Oct. 22 and Atoka Oct. 24. The collections will run from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at all locations. As ...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has appointed Kellen Palmer as the new Tribal Liaison for the Central Plains region, specifically serving the College of the Muscogee Nation (CMN) here in Okm...

Join Rocky Ridge Resort for two fantastic fall events. This Saturday, Oct. 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., come experience the Rocky Ridge Rendezvous, a free event featuring food trucks, craft and goods v...

Trinity Lutheran Church of Okmulgee will hold its annual Luther’s Neighborhood Oktoberfest Saturday, Oct. 19, from 4-7 p.m. at the church, located at 1314 E. 6th Street. The event will feature kid’s g...

October 17 County Democrats | The Okmulgee County Democratic Party will meet Thursday, Oct. 17, at 6 p.m. at OSUIT. Guest speakers will discuss women’s issues and will represent the Oklahoma Federatio...

Paige Couch and Brittany Alston, with Patrons Bank in Okmulgee, recently completed the 2024 Oklahoma Bankers Association Basic Banking School in Oklahoma City. Couch and Alston were among nearly three...

Congratulations to Henryetta High School’s 2024 Homecoming King & Queen, James George and Addy Chavez. Both are members of the Henryetta Knight Brigade and were named Homecoming Royalty Friday evening...

“A giraffe can kiss the clouds because it is long, and God is long,” says Tori, age 6. Well, the Psalmist wrote that “with an outstretched arm” God’s mercy endures forever. I suppose “outstretched” qu...

1 Timothy 1:12-16 “I give thanks to Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given me strength for my work. I thank him for considering me worthy and appointing me to serve him, even though in the past I spoke ...

Okmulgee High School is holding a food drive for the Salvation Army through Dec. 13. Food must be in date and packaging in good condition. The grade that brings the most food will win a movie day. Mos...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You’ll feel a strong urge to take initiative, especially in areas related to your career or personal projects, Aries. However, be careful to avoid overextending yourself. TAURUS ...

A perfect weekend of celebration and community spirit awaits as two of Okmulgee’s favorite annual events - the Pecan Festival and Harvest Spoon Chili Festival - take place this Saturday, Oct. 12. With...

The Okmulgee Public Schools Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, addressing matters ranging from efforts for more community involvement in school events and recent policy up...