Ernie Ferreira is a candidate for Okmulgee County Commissioner, District 1. Ferreira’s campaign focuses on leadership, responsible fiscal management and delivering measurable outcomes for the communit...

If you’ve ever misplaced your keys, needed a bandaid, felt lost in life, or just needed someone to look you in the eye and say, “You’ve got this,” there’s a good chance that person was a woman. And, i...

A photo circulating on a messaging app prompted a temporary lockdown at Okmulgee High School Tuesday afternoon, as school officials and local law enforcement responded quickly to a potential threat in...

The Okmulgee Service League (OSL) is rolling out a season of giving, games, and community spirit with two signature events coming this April - the highly anticipated “Get Lucky in Rio” Casino Night Fu...

The Okmulgee School Board will soon face the need for a special election following an unsuccessful attempt to fill the vacant Ward 4 seat during a special meeting held on Wednesday, March 26. The seat...

The Okmulgee County Court Clerk’s Office has announced that jury duty scheduled for the following dates and times has been cancelled: • Monday, March 31 at 8:30 a.m. • Monday, March 31 at 1:30 p.m. • ...

Each year, on March 29, the United States observes National Vietnam War Veterans Day. This solemn occasion is dedicated to honoring the service and sacrifice of the nearly 3 million Americans who serv...

Candidates for Beggs mayor and school board positions, along with District 1 County Commissioner candidates, were on hand during a “Meet the Candidates” forum Tuesday, March 25. The forum was held in ...

Early voting continues today (Friday) for the upcoming April 1 election, which features school board, municipal and county races throughout Okmulgee County and nearby areas. There is also a runoff ele...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, you may encounter some stubborn people this week and that always has the potential for confrontation. Make yourself scarce if conversations veer in the wrong direction. TA...

Superintendent of Public Instruction Ryan Walters awarded nearly $600,000 in end-of-year bonuses to Department of Education staff in 2024. Most employees received an amount equal to 2.5% of their annu...

July 24, 1944 - February 8, 2025 Hazel Lucille (Lu) Vierling, 80, of Checotah, peacefully passed away at home on Saturday, February 8, 2025. She was born Monday, July 24, 1944, in Checotah to Arley Le...

August 31, 1965 - March 23, 2025 Services are pending for Marsha Lynn (Nelson) McCaa, 59, of Troy, Texas with Integrity Funeral Service. She passed away Sunday, March 23, 2025, in Troy, Texas.

April 7, 1946 - February 16, 2024 Kenneth (Kenny) Roy Belford, formerly of Okmulgee, passed away February 16, 2024, in Cape Coral, Fla. at the age of 77. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Tu...

December 9, 1959 - March 22, 2025 Terry Douglas Starr, 65, of Coweta, passed away on March 22, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Terry was born on December 9, 1959, to his parents, Douglas Henry Starr a...

January 27, 1953 - March 23, 2025 Jerry Benson Boswell passed on March 23, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. He was a devoted and cherished member of the community. Jerry was born on January 27, 1953, t...

October 13, 1940 - March 24, 2025 Anna Marie (Horton) Hancock passed away Monday, March 24, 2025, in Tulsa at 84 years of age. Visitation was held from 5-7 p.m. Thursday. Services will take place at 2...

The Okmulgee Lions Club recognized Okmulgee High School students Toby Rock and Amiah Randle as March’s Students of the Month during this week’s meeting. Principal Amanda Adams joined the celebration, ...

Cornerstone Foursquare will hold a Night of Worship Friday, March 28, at 6 p.m. The CF Band will lead out with a number of songs of different styles, followed by a time of connection with refreshments...

• Dick Bailey, long-time community resident and local businessman, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, March 23, 2015. Born on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 1925, in Dewar to the late Charles and Bar...