A fourth individual has been arrested in connection with the July 12 homicide of 25-yearold Devontae Hanson in Okmulgee, as authorities continue to investigate the deadly shooting. On July 24, 33-year...

As the start of the new school year approaches, two local organizations are stepping up to support Okmulgee County families with much-needed resources. On Saturday, Aug. 2, both the Okmulgee Family YM...

An uplifting tradition that brings together communities, churches and schools will once again take place this August as the Okmulgee County Prayer Walk returns for its 9th year. The event is scheduled...

A full agenda led to wide-ranging discussions and several key decisions during the July 28 regular meeting of the Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners. Commissioners approved various routine items e...

After an extended closure, the Ash Road Bridge in Okmulgee County has officially reopened to traffic. The project, completed with the assistance of the Muscogee Nation, brings much-needed relief and i...

Aspiring green thumbs and gardening enthusiasts will have a unique opportunity to deepen their horticultural knowledge and give back to the community as the Oklahoma State University (OSU) Extension M...

This report is a summary of activities Okmulgee County Emergency Management participated in and does not reflect all activities performed by or participated in by Okmulgee County Emergency Management....

OSUIT will host a blood drive Wednesday, July 30, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Covelle Hall. Walk-ins are welcome.

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You’re on fire this week, Aries. Ideas are sparking left and right. Don’t forget to slow down before you burn out. You want to showcase energy without creating chaos. TAURUS – Ap...

November 24, 1970 - July 18, 2025 Harold Cliff Martin, Jr., a lifelong resident of Henryetta, passed from this life on July 18, 2025, at the age of 54. A celebration of life will be held at 10 a.m. Sa...

Wilma Elizabeth Brown, a beloved mother, grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, at the age of 83 in Broken Arrow. Born on June 22, 1942, in Okmulgee, she was the cherished da...

Celebrating the life of Nita Kay Hendrix- Drake 7-25-1947 - 7-182025 Born on July 25, 1947, in Alsuma, Okla, a suburb of Tulsa, to Martha & C.W. Willis. Nita departed this life on July 18, 2025, just ...

Ricky Dennis Creason came into this world on January 23, 1944, to Troy and Stella Creason in Hectorville. He entered Heaven’s gates on July 21, 2025. Rick grew up in Okmulgee, where he met the love of...

Anna Louise (Nichols) Coker, 75, passed away peacefully at her home in Stillwater on Monday, July 28, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Anna was born on October 20, 1949, to Earl Nichols and Helen (...

May 29, 1944 - July 24, 2025 Services are pending for Carolyn Sue Cook, 81, of Granbury, Texas, with Integrity Funeral Service. She passed away Thursday, July 24, 2025, in Granbury.

June 19, 1932 - July 25, 2025 Services are pending for Betty L. Edgemon, 93, of Henryetta, with Integrity Funeral Service. She passed away Friday, July 25, 2025, in Tulsa.

Gene Douglas Kaiser, 79, of Waynesville, Mo., formerly of Morris, passed away Friday, July 25, 2025, at his home near Waynesville. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, August 4, 2025, at Co...

E. Dayle James OHP Baker 52 - Okmulgee County 10 has finished his watch. E. Dayle James, of Okmulgee, was born in Muskogee on June 21, 1948, to Kenneth Edward James and Maxine (Elsey) James. He passed...

DEAR ABBY: Our 23-year-old son, “Ed,” was clean-cut, into working out and staying healthy, watched his diet - he even joined a gym and was going every week. Ed has been dating a girl, “Emily,” who is ...

When I took the oath as Attorney General, I made a commitment to the people of our state that I would fight for transparency, accountability and ethical governance. Today, I’m proud to highlight two c...