The Oklahoma Tax Commission recently released city sales tax collection figures that primarily represents local tax receipts from March business. The monies they reported this period represent sales f...

The Okmulgee Public Library is ready to add color, creativity and fun to your summer with the launch of its 2024 Summer Reading Program, “Color Our World.” This vibrant program is packed with engaging...

Belvin Baptist Church will hold its Vacation Bible School Sunday, May 18, from 4-6 p.m. and Monday through Wednesday, May 19-21, from 6-8 p.m. The VBS will be for everyone ages four and up. Belvin Bap...

“Sing them over again to me, wonderful words of life. Let me more of their beauty see, wonderful words of life. Words of life and beauty, teach me faith and duty; beautiful words, wonderful words; won...

Starting May 19, law enforcement across Oklahoma will be looking for seat belt violations. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Oklahoma High...

Cornerstone Foursquare will host a Blessing of the Bikes event Saturday, 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 travels,...

An Okmulgee man has been sentenced to over three years in federal prison after pleading guilty to drug distribution and firearm possession charges, according to the United States Attorney’s Office for...

For someone who prefers to let her actions speak louder than her words, Abigail Smart has quietly built an extraordinary legacy at Morris High School. As the Class of 2025 prepares to graduate this Fr...

On the one hand, valiant efforts to extend eviction timelines and create a workforce housing commission offer the potential for systemic change. On the other hand, Oklahoma remains one of just six sta...

November 1, 1947 - May 3, 2025 Ronald Dean Arterbery, 77, passed away May 3, 2025, in Tulsa. He was born November 1, 1947, in Sherman, Texas to Bobbye J. and Gwendolyn (Bridges) Arterbery. Ronald rece...

February 11, 1983 - May 6, 2025 Cuauhtemoc Benjamin Mondragon, lovingly known as Popsi or Ben, passed away on May 6, 2025, in Preston at the age of 42. He was born in Bakersfield, Calif. on February 1...

March 13, 1944 - May 6, 2025 Ms. Merrilan Katherine Bruner, 81, passed away May 6, 2025, in Plano, Texas. Her sacred farewell will commence Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church Ce...

July 22, 1960 - May 11, 2025 Georgia Harjo, age 64, a resident of Winfield, Kansas, formerly of Okmulgee, died Sunday, May 11, 2025, in Winfield. A funeral service is scheduled Saturday, May 17, 2025,...

Angelar Richardson-Goudeau Angelar Richardson Goudeau, 54, registered nurse and resident of Tulsa, died Wednesday, May 7, 2025. A funeral service is scheduled Friday, May 30, 2025, at 1 p.m. at Eastsi...

September 22, 1931 - May 11, 2025 Minnie Eloise Willis, a resident of Henryetta, passed away May 11, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on September 22, 1931, in Boswell, she was the daughter of Marvin and ...

DEAR ABBY: I am at the end of my rope with a relative. She lies constantly. She makes up elaborate stories that I have Googled and proven false. For instance, she claimed she went to high school with ...

Serving up his African cuisine in his modest Washington apartment, Naphtali launched into questions. Ann and I responded, returning the volley. “Reconnecting with old friends is like opening a time ca...

Today, we, (The Lions Club) served breakfast to our Okmulgee High School graduating seniors. As I looked out at them, I couldn’t help but think, “They have no idea what is in store for them, or what t...

12:04 a.m. - 300 Block S. Wood Dr. - Traffic Accident 10:19 a.m. - 5400 Block N. 226 Rd. - RP advised his girlfriend hit him in the head and was still in the house with two weapons. 5:46 p.m. - Hwy 75...

3:34 a.m. - 1200 Block S. Wood Dr. - Burglary 6:59 a.m. - 1000 Block E. 8th St. - RP advised of a female subject harassing and approaching employees who was refusing to leave. 10:24 a.m. - 1400 Block ...