May 19, 1959 - March 11, 2026 Cy Osceola Johnson Jr., lovingly known as “Pummy,” passed away at the age of 66 years and 10 months on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at his home in Tulsa. Cy was born on May...

November 30, 1930 - March 13, 2026 Cora Rae Davis passed away Friday, March 13, 2026, at the age of 95 in Muskogee. She was born in Hitchita to Lester and Gertie Castleberry on November 30, 1930. She ...

November 15, 1939 - March 17, 2026 John Kerr, a resident of Henryetta, passed away on March 17, 2026, in Henryetta. Services are pending with Rogers Funeral Home.

DEAR ABBY: I was in a relationship with “John” for two years. Because he had nowhere to go, he continued living with me for six months after I ended the relationship. John has burned every bridge he’s...

On Tuesday, March 10, the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) held our annual advocacy day at the State Capitol. Each year, we invite youth-serving organizations to attend and use the opportu...

• The county’s road program moved ahead even as funds ran low. Commissioners shifted money from the Morris project to meet the county’s share on several concrete highways, allowing new construction no...

A staple of the community for generations, Holleman Iron & Metal is once again reminding residents that their aluminum cans can make a difference - both environmentally and financially. Located at the...

The Dewar Dragons and Lady Dragons delivered an exciting stretch of games last week, highlighted by clutch home runs, dramatic comebacks and strong pitching performances as both programs picked up imp...

The Beggs Golden Demons delivered a dominating performance Thursday, scoring 13 runs while blanking the Morris Eagles 13-0 in a regular season matchup at Warner. Behind timely hitting, strong pitching...

The Preston Pirates delivered one of their most explosive performances of the young season Friday, blanking Victory Christian 2026, 11-0, behind a dominant outing from Kaden Dean and a huge offensive ...

The Henryetta Knights put together a well-rounded effort Thursday, cruising to a 9-1 victory over Warner behind dominant pitching from EJ Glover and opportunistic offense. Henryetta first broke throug...

Beggs storms past Sperry in 9-5 win The Beggs Lady Demons battled back from an early deficit and used a patient approach at the plate to secure a 9-5 win over the Sperry Lady Pirates in regular season...

In the wake of last week’s devastating tornado, the Beggs community continues to demonstrate the resilience and compassion that small towns are known for. Volunteers, utility crews, churches and emerg...

Residents encouraged to clean up properties, apply for free burn permits and take advantage of community cleanup opportunities. The City of Okmulgee is inviting residents and businesses to help spruce...

More than a hundred young people from across Okmulgee gathered recently for a powerful afternoon of faith, fun and encouragement during the Okmulgee Youth Rally hosted by Restore Church at Dunbar Midd...

Part 1 of 2 - In many rural communities across Oklahoma, finding a job is not always about whether work exists. Sometimes the challenge lies in something less visible, the gap between what employers s...

According to Okmulgee County Emergency Management Director Jeffrey Moore, severe weather sirens should be installed in Morris by April 30. Moore updated the Morris City Council on the sirens during th...

As The American Legion celebrates its 107th birthday, observed March 15-17, Legionnaires across the nation are reflecting on more than a century of service rooted in a guiding principle that has never...

The Okmulgee County Community Garden has planned a workday this Saturday, March 14, for members and friends, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch will be provided. According to Executive Director Bob Seebeck, ...

Community members will have the opportunity to hear directly from one of the Muscogee Nation’s top leaders later this month as Muscogee Nation Second Chief Del Beaver is scheduled to serve as the feat...