The Okmulgee Lions Club welcomed a familiar face with deep local roots during its recent meeting as Jake Kell, Oklahoma State University Extension Agent for Okmulgee County, served as the guest speake...

After chronicling the early beginnings of Beggs School - its founding and growth - it became clear that many in the community were eager to revisit this proud history. The enthusiasm, including from i...

A century of steadfast faith, loving community and enduring service will be joyfully commemorated as Uganda Martyrs Catholic Church marks its 100th anniversary this June. Located at 303 E. 3rd Street ...

Veterans experiencing hair loss now have access to a transformative service - completely free of charge. Master’s Touch Hair Loss Center, located in downtown Okmulgee, has partnered with the U.S. Depa...

On the weekend of Saturday, May 24, Morris High School joined 335 of the top high school quiz bowl teams at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis and the Hilton Atlanta for the 2025 High School National Champi...

The Muscogee Nation Conservation District invites the public to an engaging and informative community agriculture event designed to spotlight local farmers and youth involved in agriculture. The event...

First Baptist Church-South in Beggs is making plans for their free annual car show, which will be held Saturday, June 14, beginning at 11 a.m. The church is located at 8150 Hwy 16, three miles west of...

Cornerstone Foursquare will host its Blessing of the Bikes brunch event tomorrow, May 31, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. “All are welcome to come and receive blessings over you and your motorcycle for safe...

Baptist Village of Okmulgee will hold a Cruise into Summer Car Show Saturday, May 31, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1500 W. 6th Street. The event will feature free hot dogs, raffles, vendor booths and gam...

The Okmulgee High School Senior 2025 Awards Program was recently held, with members of the graduating class honored for their achievements. Pictured are just a few of the many awards given out along w...

Elisabeth Johns was kidnapped twice, first by a prison gang, then by the state of Oklahoma. In 2014, Johns was 18, just out of high school. She met a man named Tyler Bristol. They spent some time toge...

January 28, 1945 - May 24, 2025 Cheryl Sue (Withrow) Page, age 80, of Broken Arrow, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025, surrounded by family. Cheryl was born on January 28, 1945, in Okmulgee durin...

March 20, 1966 - May 21, 2025 Cindy LeAnn McIntosh, 59, of Checotah, passed away peacefully at her home on May 21, 2025. She was born on March 20, 1966, in Tahlequah. A memorial service will be held a...

July 25, 1943 - May 27, 2025 The Reverend Leman Lewis, Sr., passed away May 27, 2025, in Okmulgee. He was born July 25, 1943, and was a U.S. Veteran. Service arrangements are pending in the Okmulgee C...

January 7, 1939 - May 26, 2025 Pauline Casselman Barnett, a lifetime resident of Dewar, passed away Monday, May 26, 2025, in Henryetta at the age of 86. She was born January 7, 1939. Viewing for Pauli...

January 27, 1969 - April 26, 2025 Carla M. Purvine, 56, a healthcare administrator, died April 26, 2025. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Matthews Funeral Home of Edm...

January 24, 1946 - May 23, 2025 Betty Huddart, age 79, of Okmulgee, passed away May 23, 2025. She was born to the late Felix and Florence (Palmer) Tiger on January 24, 1946, in Henryetta. The family i...

Patrick Jay Bell was born to Raeburn and Geraldine Bell on May 26, 1950. He was the younger brother to his sister, Pamela, and nearly three years later the older brother to Michael. Growing up in Okmu...

July 22, 1938 - May 22, 2025 Marie Jones, age 86, a nonprofit director and resident of Okmulgee, died Thursday, May 22, 2025, in Okmulgee. Service is scheduled for Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 10 a.m. a...

February 21, 1935 - May 26, 2025 Donald Eugene Brill, 90, of Morris, passed away peacefully at his home on May 26, 2025. Born on February 21, 1935, in Mounds, Donald was the son of W.A. “Bill” and Ber...