Okmulgee Main Street is excited for its 2025 Dinner with the Stars event, which will be held this Friday at 7 p.m. The dinner shines a spotlight on individuals who have made a meaningful impact on our...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners met for their regular session Monday with several items approved including a bid for the remodeling of the courthouse restrooms. Agenda items approved: • Off...

The Muscogee Nation Supreme Court has rescheduled key proceedings in a closely watched citizenship case following a motion from the Nation’s Citizenship Board, the Appellant in the matter. The case, S...

Residents across Okmulgee County are being urged to stay weather-aware as forecasters warn of another round of rainfall that could lead to flash flooding and dangerous driving conditions. A Flood Watc...

The town of Beggs is preparing for a high-energy weekend packed with small-town charm and family excitement as it celebrates its 125th birthday in style with the return of Beggs Frontier Day on Saturd...

New Okmulgee High School Football Coach Dolphin Davis and his assistants got to work with athletes on the first day of practice Monday at the Okmulgee YMCA, as construction work is underway at the hom...

The Okmulgee community is mourning the loss of a spiritual leader, community advocate and local trailblazer. Rev. Leman Lewis, Sr., founder of Landmark for All Generations, Inc., passed away peacefull...

The Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for The Junky Munky on Friday, May 30, welcoming this creative new business to the community. The Junky Munky’s June class lineup includes an “...

Oklahoma’s statewide unemployment outlook remained largely positive in April 2025, with jobless rates declining over the month in the majority of counties, according to new figures from the Oklahoma E...

This report is a summary of key activities and does not include all activities completed by Emergency Management. --- Meetings & Coordination • Attended the Board of County Commissioners meeting to pr...

As a pivotal legal case regarding tribal citizenship approaches, the Muscogee Creek Freedmen Coalition (MCFC) has announced a public rally and watch event to take place Tuesday, June 10, in Okmulgee. ...

Okmulgee Lions Club will hold a fishing tournament Saturday, June 7, from 9-11 a.m. at Okmulgee Lake. Registration is $5 and is open through May 30. The tournament is for children 5-12 years of age.

“Some people do not respect God because they believe in something else,” says Megan, 11. “They believe in two planets crashing together and creating the Earth. Some people also believe in monkeys crea...

1 Chronicles 22:13 - Then you will have success if you are careful to observe the decrees and laws that the Lord gave Moses for Israel. Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or discouraged. David...

The Okmulgee County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) will hold its next regular meeting on Tuesday, June 17, at 1 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Okmulgee County Emergency Management ...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 This week you might feel a surge of energy, Aries. It’s a good time to get moving on a long-term project or any passion projects that you may have been avoiding. TAURUS – Apr 21/...

November 11, 1959 - May 31, 2025 Kathy Marie Doyle, a resident of Dewar, died May 31, 2025, at the age of 65. She was born November 11, 1959, in Henryetta to Isam and Effie (Farmer) Byrd. Arrangements...

November 1, 1960 - May 28, 2025 Polly Helmer, a resident of Midwest City, died May 28, 2025, in Oklahoma City at the age of 64. She was born October 1, 1960, in Okemah, to the late James and Margaret ...

August 12, 1969 - May 29, 2025 Harold Wayne Cottrell Jr., 55, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025, in Tulsa. Visitation will be held Friday, June 6, 2025, from 2-5 in The Chapel of Peace of Keith D. Bi...

Rev. Leman Lewis, Sr. passed away Tuesday afternoon, May 27, 2025, in Okmulgee. Rev. Lewis was the former pastor of Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Holdenville, and was a loyal team member of the Harlan For...