The Okmulgee Fire Department worked quickly Saturday morning to extinguish a grass fire that spread quickly in the 1400 block of E. Randolph Street. The fire from a grill caught grass on fire and spre...

Years ago, Reese Hundley learned firsthand what it felt like to be homeless. After finding black mold in his rental property, Hundley packed up and left the property with his wife and their child. Dur...

VFW Post 1189 meets the third Saturday of each month at 11 a.m. at 1427 N. Okmulgee Ave. in Okmulgee. The Auxiliary also meets at 11 a.m. Other events include pool tournaments ($10 entry fee) on Frida...

Patrons Bank has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2025honorbyThe Oklahoman for a third year in a row. This list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by ...

Leaders from the Muscogee Nation and the Muscogee Nation Gaming Enterprises (MNGE) held a ceremonial ribbon-cutting on Monday, Dec. 15, to open the doors on a $69.8 million capital investment, the new...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 If you are feeling half-hearted about what you are working on, then put it off for a little bit and focus on something more interesting this week, Aries. You can use the rest. TA...

s the festive lights twinkle in the crisp December air and the scent of pine wafts through bustling streets, there is an undeniable magic that envelops us during the Christmas season. It’s a time when...

hen it comes to Christmas songs, “Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer” stands out with its catchy tune and humorous, albeit dark, storyline. Since its debut, the song has amused and bewildered listener...

s the holiday season approaches, homes across the globe are adorned with a variety of festive decorations. Among the traditional wreaths and twinkling lights sits a lesser-known but equally enchanting...

he holiday season is upon us, and what better way to embrace the spirit of Christmas than by indulging in some delightful festive treats? Whether you’re hosting a holiday party, looking for gifts from...

he Advent calendar, a cherished tradition in many cultures, serves as a delightful countdown to Christmas, marking the days of anticipation leading up to December 25th. Its history is as rich and vari...

he holiday season is the perfect time to unleash your creativity and add a personal touch to your decorations with homemade crafts. These delightful projects not only bring festive cheer to your home ...

December 21, 1948 - December 19, 2025 Lawaunta Sue Soap passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025, two days before her 77th birthday. She was surrounded by her loved ones, whom she had so freely giv...

May 16, 1972 Kristie Lynn Goodwin, 53, of Baxter Springs, Kansas went home peacefully to Heaven in the arms of Jesus, surrounded by her family. She was born May 16, 1972, in Okmulgee. Kristie was the ...

August 1, 1947 - December 13, 2025 Dennis Eugene Dossey passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at his home. He was born on August 1, 1947, in Texarkana, Ark. to Marvin and Ethel (McDonald) Dossey...

October 1, 1939 - December 22, 2025 Services are pending for Jerome “Bo” Green, 86, of Henryetta, with Integrity Funeral Service. He passed away Monday, December 22, 2025, in Tulsa.

March 14, 1990 - Dec 17, 2025 Taylor Rae Swenson, a resident of Henryetta, passed away on December 17, 2025, at the age of 35. She was born on March 14, 1990, in Long Beach, Calif. to Richard and Cynt...

February 14, 1936 - December 19, 2025 Franklin Delano Blankenship, a resident of Midwest City, passed away Friday, December 19, 2025, in Harrah at the age of 89. He was born February 14, 1936, in Dogt...

I hope each of you is looking forward to the upcoming Christmas break and will have time to spend with loved ones. As a Christian, Christmas is one of my favorite holidays and is a very special time f...

DEAR ABBY: My parents were married for 50 years. My dad remarried a nice lady a year after Mom died. Within two months of meeting her, they were engaged. Dad made more than a few missteps, including a...