November 12, 2025 Michael Lee Rice, 67, of Beggs, passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2025, in Tulsa. Arrangements are pending with McClendon-Winters Funeral Home of Beggs. Memories, condolences, phot...

When I was a little boy, I loved monkeys. They were fun, free, energetic and swung from limb to limb with total abandon. They often kept up a lively banter as well. Noisy might be a good descriptive w...

DEAR ABBY: If I am aware that a 16-year-old is having sexual relations with another 16-year-old, should I inform the parents? -- WONDERING IN NEW HAMPSHIRE DEARWONDERING: The age of consent in New Ham...

Self-confessed Bible history and language nerd Tim Mackie sees Jesus of Nazareth as “utterly amazing and worth following with everything that you have.”* Mackie is one of millions of believers who hav...

Monday: Breakfast: Fiesta Egg Skillet, Toast, Jelly, Peaches Lunch: Soft Taco, Spanish Rice, Salsa, Lettuce & Tomato Tuesday: Breakfast: Breakfast Pizza, Pears Lunch: Corndog, Honey Maple Roasted Carr...

1:55 a.m. - Hwy 75 & Coalton Rd. - RP advised of a traffic accident partially blocking the roadway. 6:39 a.m. - 700 Block S. Morton Ave. - RP advised something was burning. 12:34 p.m. - 12500 Block Hw...

CF-2025-00197 11/06/2025 State of Oklahoma vs. McFarland, Thomas Grant Attempted Escape From Arrest or Detention CF-2025-00198 11/06/2025 State of Oklahoma vs. Piper, William Domestic Abuse A&B by Str...

A group of young artists in Henryetta received an unforgettable surprise this week after being named winners of the Okmulgee Times & Henryetta Free-Lance Halloween Art Contest - a special ride to scho...

The Okmulgee Lions Club proudly dedicated its weekly luncheon on Tuesday to honor local veterans, welcoming several special guests who shared their personal stories of military service and sacrifice. ...

As the 2025 regular season comes to a close, three Okmulgee County football programs are still very much alive - and ready for action. Dewar, Beggs and Wilson each secured postseason berths and will o...

The Beggs Golden Demons went toe-to-toe with one of the state’s best Friday night at Tate Field, showing determination, growth and plenty of fight before falling 35-6 to the 6thranked Dibble Demons in...

Former Preston teacher and Hall of Fame Basketball Coach Lawrence McCullah was inducted into the Connors State College Hall of Fame Saturday. Pictured with McCullah is former PPS employee Linda McCull...

The Okmulgee Bulldogs completed their football season last Friday against Kiefer at home. Senior players were honored during the game. The Bulldogs are looking to make greater strides next year, as Co...

For the first time, downtown will transform into a dazzling winter wonderland as the Okmulgee Area Chamber of Commerce and Okmulgee Main Street team up to host Christmas on the Square, coming Dec. 3-7...

Oklahoma Human Services (OKDHS) has received federal guidance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to issue partial Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for November 202...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners met Monday morning, Nov. 10, at the courthouse to address a full agenda of county business, including road agreements, 2026 holidays and new service contract...

The glow of the holiday season is about to light up historic downtown Okmulgee once again, as preparations are underway for the annual Okmulgee Main Street Festival of Lights Parade, set for Thursday,...

Jamie Brandt from Schulter School was selected as VFW Post 539 Teacher of the Year for 2025. Pictured from left are new VFW Post 539 Commander Brian Bailey, Schulter teacher Jamie Brandt and VFW Post ...

The Okmulgee Elks Lodge once again held a breakfast on Veterans Day to honor those who have served. Stopping by to partake of the delicious breakfast were Robert Coer, Navy, Charles Otto, Navy, and La...

The Prairie Bell Home & Community Education members awarded a $400 scholarship to 2025 Morris graduate Jace Allen. Jace is the son of Anita Allen and is currently attending Green Country Vo-Tech, stud...