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April 23, 2025

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 story...

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County hears storm report

April 23, 2025

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...

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Okmulgee Prom Royalty Crowned

April 23, 2025

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.

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100 Years Ago (1925)

April 23, 2025

• 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...

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A weekend of relentless rain has left much of Okmulgee County dealing with the aftermath of widespread flooding

April 23, 2025

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 Management (OCEM) Director Jeffrey Moore is asking residents to remain cautious and to report any property damage using the official online form. “This damage-reporting tool isn’t just for record- keeping...

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From Dead Tree to Divine Tribute

April 20, 2025

As Easter approaches and many Christians across the world reflect on the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ, a powerful new image now stands in the heart of Okmulgee - one that has already s...

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City Council meets

April 18, 2025

The Okmulgee City Council gathered for its regular April session on Tuesday, April 15, inside City Hall chambers, engaging in a spirited evening of recognitions, community updates and decisions that w...

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Morris Academic Team headed to Nationals

April 23, 2025

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...

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A Brief History of Earth Day

April 23, 2025

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 ...

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Morris School board holds April meeting

April 23, 2025

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 ...

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Nash to speak at GCTC event April 29

April 23, 2025

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...

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Beggs TSA Students Headed to Nationals

April 23, 2025

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...

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The Basics of Sensory Overload

April 23, 2025

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...

Sports

Family planning grants restored

April 23, 2025

The Trump Administration has partially restored federal family planning grants for Oklahoma, effectively ending a legal dispute pending before the U.S. Supreme Court that questioned if the federal gov...

Sports

HMS Golfer Earns Champion Spot

April 23, 2025

Last Friday, the Henryetta Middle School team battled the wind and Easton Swallow shot a 37 to earn the Champion spot in the Stroud Tournament. Pictured are the young athlete and excited coaches and p...

Sports

Eagles outmatched in 10-1 loss

April 23, 2025

The Morris Eagles couldn’t maintain an early lead Friday, falling 10-1 to Meeker after a late-game scoring burst from the Bulldogs.D. Andrews got Morris on the board in the first inning with an RBI gr...

Sports

Beggs rallies in 7th to edge Glenpool, 8-6

April 23, 2025

After surrendering a late lead, the Beggs Golden Demons responded with a four-run seventh inning to defeat Glenpool 8-6 on Thursday.Dallas Wilson had a stellar day at the plate, going 3-for-4 with a d...

Sports

Kilhoffer powers Dragons past Salina with 5 RBIs

April 23, 2025

Peyton Kilhoffer turned in a monster game at the plate, driving in five runs on three hits to lead the Dewar Dragons past Salina 9-2 on Friday.Kilhoffer’s biggest blow came in the fifth inning, when h...

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Knights drop home game to Community Christian

April 23, 2025

An explosive second inning from Community Christian proved too much for the Henryetta Knights, who fell 12-2 in Monday’s home contest.Henryetta opened strong with tight defense and a quick double play...

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Happy Birthday Tony ‘True’ Steele III

Celebrating 1st birthday today, March 28th

By Patrick

March 28, 2025

Our sweet, funny, handsome, loving baby boy, Happy 1st birthday baby boy! Watching you grow this past year has been the most amazing, rewarding, humbling experiences we've been through yet we wouldn't...

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OCCJA recognizes CLEET graduates

March 21, 2025

The Okmulgee County Criminal Justice Authority (OCCJA) has had a busy and eventful month, celebrating achievements, welcoming new members, and advancing training programs that enhance both staff and i...

Columns & Opinion

Second marriage deteriorates as reality becomes clearer

April 23, 2025

DEAR ABBY: I’m 58 and five years into my second marriage. We lived together a little over a year before getting married. I spent seven years as a caregiver for my parents before marrying my current hu...

Columns & Opinion

Many positive youth policies continuing forward at State Capitol

April 23, 2025

The 2025 Oklahoma legislative session is almost three-fourths of the way done for the year with adjournment occurring in late May, and a good number of positive bills are moving forward.The Oklahoma I...

Columns & Opinion

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

April 23, 2025

April 23-26 Keep Okmulgee Beautiful Week | The City of Okmulgee will hold a Keep Okmulgee Beautiful Week April 20-26. Apply for a free burn permit from April 14-18. Participants must provide a current...

Religion

Adopt a Pet from the Okmulgee County Humane Society

April 23, 2025

PatsyThis adorable 9-week-old terrier mix is ready to find her forever home! Patsy is playful, feisty, affectionate, gentle and full of personality - with a scruffy little face that’s impossible to re...

Religion

Should you tell the truth even if people won’t like it?

April 23, 2025

After hearing a speech in the House of Commons, Winston Churchill remarked, “I should think it hardly possible to state the opposite of the truth with more precision.”Whether lies are told with precis...