On Saturday, July 26, the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) held our annual Heroes Ball Gala at OKANA Water Park and Resort. The event drew nearly 500 people who support our mission of rais...

Noah and the ark, according to Nicole, 8: “Noah had built an ark, and other people did not believe him. He got two of each animal, and then he loaded all of his stuff. It flooded, and he lived.” A chi...

An outpouring of love, worship, and community connection is coming to the streets of Okmulgee this Saturday evening, as Catch A Fire Ministries brings a powerful revival and outreach event to the Okmu...

Psalms 8:3-8 - When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have set in place, what is mankind that you are mindful of them, human beings that you care for...

A delicious way to support a worthy cause is coming to Okmulgee this Friday, Aug. 1, as Greater Jones Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church will host a pork chop dinner fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the ch...

First Baptist Church South is inviting youth from across the community to take part in a special Bible Enlightenment program set for Aug. 4-7 at 8150 Highway 16 in Beggs. Open to participants ages 4-1...

The College of the Muscogee Nation Extension Program invites you to join us for a special Prescribed Fire Workshop and Field Day on Tuesday, Sept. 10, at the Okmulgee County Fairgrounds. Fire is not n...

In response to the heartbreaking loss of a young man’s life near the Hwy 75 and MLK Jr. Drive area, local residents and community partners are coming together for a Community Prayer Walk on Thursday, ...

Preston bests Stigler The Preston Lady Pirates continued to impress on the softball diamond with a commanding 4-0 shutout victory over Stigler in a scrimmage held Monday, July 28, at Carl Albert State...

The Henryetta Knights kicked off the season spirit in full force last Thursday evening during their Summer Pride Night event at Cameron Field. Organized by the Henryetta Quarterback Club, the event br...

Twin Hills is gearing up for the upcoming softball season with middle school practice sessions kicking off Thursday. Practice will run from 6:30-8 p.m., welcoming all girls entering 5th through 8th gr...

The Henryetta Cup was held last week and kicked off with the annual Jeff Lawrence scholarship presentation. Recipients of the Jeff Lawrence Scholarship are 2025 graduates Brady Norman and Brea Stockho...

The Muscogee Nation Supreme Court affirmed a district court’s ruling that Muscogee Freedmen are entitled to citizenship within the tribal nation and held that references to a “by blood” requirement in...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners focused on property management during their regular meeting on Monday, July 21, with a detailed discussion regarding parcels acquired by the county after the...

Shoppers across Okmulgee County and throughout the state will soon get a much-needed break on backto- school expenses, as Oklahoma’s annual Sales Tax Holiday kicks off Friday, Aug. 1, and runs through...

With a twirl of the rope and a hearty dose of cowboy charm, the Okmulgee Public Library wrapped up its 2025 Summer Reading Program for children on Wednesday with a lively performance by none other tha...

In an extraordinary display of community collaboration and service, volunteers from the American Red Cross Tulsa Area Chapter, Muscogee Nation Gaming Enterprises (MNGE) and Okmulgee Emergency Manageme...

When you walk into Forever Sisters LLC Beauty Supply, it doesn’t feel like just another store. It feels like something we’ve been waiting on. And now, inhale ... It. Is. Here. Located at 107 S. Centra...

Couples looking to deepen their connection and improve their communication are invited to participate in Adventures in Marriage (AIM), called one of the most effective marriage programs in the country...

Both waiting for 7+ months, neither have received a single application - but together, we can find their forever families. It’s been a while since our last Pet Pals column, and we’ve missed you! The l...