One of the largest asks pending before the Oklahoma Legislature this session proposes a new OSU College of Veterinary Medicine complex in the hopes of restoring the school’s former glory, meeting a ma...

As the spring golf season reaches its competitive peak, the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (OSSAA) has released the official regional assignments for boys and girls high school golf ...

Phillips powers Preston in 15-3 rout of Muskogee Na’Braijhanae Phillips led the offensive charge with five RBIs on three hits - including a threerun homer - to lift the Preston Lady Pirates to a comma...

A seven-run first inning powered the Preston Pirates to a 13-1 Senior Night win over the Mounds Golden Eagles Tuesday evening. Kaden Dean launched a three-run homer while Weston Cope, Pepper Gallup an...

Aidan Tomlinson drove in five runs on one hit to lead Dewar Dragons past Hulbert 20-0 on Tuesday. In the first inning, Tomlinson hit a grand slam to center field. Dewar Dragons scored 11 runs in the f...

The Morris Lady Eagles endured a challenging stretch on the diamond this week as they hosted a pair of seasoned opponents, falling to both the Fort Gibson Lady Tigers and Oktaha Lady Tigers in Distric...

Trimble’s clutch triple caps 7-6 comeback Emma Trimble’s two-RBI triple in the fifth lifted the Beggs Lady Demons to a dramatic 7-6 comeback win over Hennessey on Thursday in the first round of the Di...

Note: The Danny Morgan Classic originally scheduled for Thursday through Saturday is now being played at Preston. - The Okmulgee Bulldogs faced a tough day on the diamond Tuesday, falling in both game...

The Wilson Lady Tigers are District Champions, having defeated Prue in a three-game series after losing the first. Pictured is some of the action from the District Tournament.

When Josh Crutchmer, a proud Okmulgee native and New York Times editor, says he hasn’t lost his “Okmulgee state of mind,” you can believe it. That hometown heartbeat shows up in every part of his stor...

A weekend of relentless rain has left much of Okmulgee County dealing with the aftermath of widespread flooding, multiple road closures and dangerous driving conditions. Okmulgee County Emergency Mana...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners held their regular meeting Monday morning, discussing a number of routine agenda items and hearing updates from local agencies on public safety and social se...

Congratulations to Aaliyah Alexander and LeAundre Delonia, who were crowned 2025 Okmulgee Prom Queen and King. See additional photos from the OHS Prom on page A6.

• Court is asked for custody of unborn child - For the first time in the annals of the court of Okmulgee County, a mother and her child came in to request the custody of her unborn child. A petition w...

The bright minds of Morris High School are heading to one of the biggest stages in academic competition this weekend. Following a strong performance at the Aggie Invitational, the Morris Academic Bowl...

Earth Day is celebrated each April and draws attention to a range of issues affecting the environment. Earth Day aims to raise awareness in the hope of inspiring change. Earth Day is observed on April...

The Morris Board of Education held its regular meeting last week, covering a robust agenda that included board officer elections, lease-purchase updates, facilities planning and several personnel and ...

A dynamic and inspiring Oklahoma business leader is set to headline an upcoming Lunch and Learn event at Green Country Technology Center on Tuesday, April 29. The event, titled “All Roads Lead to Okmu...

A huge congratulations to the Beggs TSA students for their finish at the Oklahoma State Conference held in Norman this past April 9-11. The Off the Grid Team, made up of Ashcraft, Baker and Lopez, ear...

Hectic, loud and/or overly busy scenes and settings may not be safe havens for most people. In fact, it’s likely a majority of people find such environments uncomfortable and challenging to be in. Des...