One of the area’s longtime spring traditions will return later this month, as Big Cussetah Methodist Church hosts its annual Wild Onion Dinner on Saturday, March 21. The event will take place from 11 ...

12:31 p.m. - Hwy 75 - RP advised of a grass fire. 12:33 p.m. - 800 Block N. Muskogee Ave. - RP advised of a house fire. 2:15 p.m. - S. 300 Rd. & Hwy 266 - RP advised of a grass fire. 3:25 p.m. - Happy...

10:39 a.m. - 300 Block W. 6th St. - RP advised of a two-vehicle accident. 2:54 p.m. - 500 Block N. Porter Ave. - RP advised of a female subject stealing copper out of her garage. --- 6:39 a.m. - Missi...

CF-2026-00039 03/05/2026 State of Oklahoma vs. Garrett, Brandon Michael Knowingly Concealing Stolen Property CF-2026-00041 03/05/2026 State of Oklahoma vs. Jacobson, Kyle James Grand Larceny CF-2026-0...

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• The Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce voted to join Henryetta and Morris in sponsoring a county‑wide cotton‑growing contest, offering cash prizes to farmers producing the highest yields on five‑acre trac...

The Okmulgee Lions Club welcomed an informative and forward- looking program during its Tuesday, March 3, meeting, as members heard from Deb Marshall about the continued growth and development taking ...

Living out the Rotary motto of “Service Above Self,” members of the Okmulgee Rotary Club joined forces with the Okmulgee Lions Club to construct a wheelchair ramp for a local veteran, helping provide ...

The Beggs Lady Demons produced a strong offensive effort Monday night, matching Preston hit for hit with 11 apiece, but a pair of key home runs helped lift the Preston Lady Pirates to a 7-4 victory in...

Correction: In Wednesday’s edition, several players on the Preston Pirates basketball team were misidentified. We sincerely apologize for the error and we are reprinting the article with the correct n...

After facing unprecedented challenges from the recent tornado that damaged their home fields, the Beggs Golden Demons showed their determination Monday with a hard-fought 8-6 victory over Holland Hall...

Pirates power past opponents The Preston Pirates had an explosive week offensively, recording dominant victories over Caney Valley and Regent Prep. In a 21-3 win over Caney Valley, Jace Basquez led th...

In a matter of minutes on the evening of March 6, a powerful tornado tore through the heart of Okmulgee County, leaving behind devastation, heartbreak and loss. Yet in the midst of tragedy, the commun...

Friday, March 13, is the last day for eligible residents to apply for voter registration to vote in the April 7 elections. The April election is a multi-entity election, including the following: • Hen...

House Tribal and External Affairs Leader Rep. Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, today announced he will not seek reelection for his final legislative term. First elected to the House in 2016, Fetgatter wil...

The Okmulgee County Board of County Commissioners met Monday morning, March 9, for their regular weekly meeting at the Okmulgee County Courthouse, approving a series of routine administrative items wh...

Cowboy Chef’s Table returns for 2026, featuring Chefs Joel Bein and Amanda Simcoe of The Meat and Cheese Show. The event will take place Thursday, Marcy 12, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 1801 E. 4th S...

This summer, Michael Gryder, a student at Henryetta High School and member of the Muscogee Nation, will join outstanding students from across the nation to take part in a unique academic and career or...

A powerful storm that tore through the community recently has left a difficult challenge for the athletic programs at Beggs Public Schools, after a tornado caused significant damage to the school and ...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Sometime this week you may discover a hidden talent you didn’t know you have, Aries. Embrace this new aspect of your identity and put it to good use. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 This ...