School leaders from across the state are developing a vision for the future of Oklahoma public education. All Oklahomans - students, parents, educators, employers and residents - are invited to share ...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on Monday morning, discussing and approving several grants and other financial matters, beginning with the minutes from the previous meeting. ...

As part of the disaster assistance process, FEMA must determine ownership and occupancy of damaged primary residences. FEMA has taken steps to make it easier for disaster survivors in Carter, Hughes, ...

he Chickasaw Nation Election Commission announces filing period for the 2024 General Elections opens Monday, June 3 and continues through Wednesday, June 5, 2024. Candidates must contact the election ...

DEAR ABBY: I've been with my husband for 15 years, married for seven. We've had our fair share of problems. Between the two of us, we have four girls. He has two from a previous marriage, I have one f...

5/1/24 6:11 a.m. - 300 BLOCK N MORTON AVE  - Medical assist, assist EMS crew 7:37 a.m. - S ROGERS AVE & E 16th ST - Medical assist, assist EMS crew 9:35 a.m. - 100 BLOCK W 4th ST - Dispatched & cancel...

With the Primary Election and Special Elections right around the corner, Okmulgee County Election Board Secretary Ashley Carnes is encouraging all registered voters to verify their voting information ...

Our last day in Okmulgee Animal Shelter was Friday, May 17th.  Our temporary office is now located at 115 S. Muskogee Ave, Okmulgee.  You can reach us at 918-752-0674 for Community Medical Assistance,...

The Okmulgee Public School Board of Education has adopted measures to continue offering free meals to students over the summer break, thanks to a new partnership with the Chickasaw Nation. This decisi...

The Morris Public School Board convened on Monday for their routine meeting, beginning with the approval of the minutes from the previous meetings held on April 29. The board approved the consent agen...

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Legislature is approaching the constitutionally binding end of the annual session which must occur by 5 p.m. on the final Friday of May. Each year, lawmakers come to the S...

This summer, the Okmulgee County 4-H is set to offer a diverse range of educational and recreational camps for young enthusiasts, hosted by the Oklahoma State University (OSU) Extension Office in Okmu...

DEAR ABBY: I am a caregiver for my elderly diabetic mother and my disabled husband, who is an alcoholic and also epileptic. Every single household responsibility falls on me -- cleaning, upkeep, shopp...

Ronnie Hopkins, 67, of Rose and an Independent, has announced his candidacy for US Representative District 2. Hopkins describes himself as a proud American who cherishes faith, family and the great st...

Friday, May 24, is the last day to apply for voter registration. To be eligible, you must be a United States Citizen, a resident of Oklahoma, and at least 17 ½ years old. However, you must be at least...

The Okmulgee County Election Board is organizing a training program for precinct election officials on Wednesday, May 29, and Thursday, May 30. This program underscores the crucial role these official...

By David Seeley The Sequoyah County Times The Preston Pirates were battling two foes in Thursday afternoon’s Class 2A State Baseball Tournament quarterfinals at Shawnee High School’s Ed Skelton Field....

The Lions Club welcomed Katie McElhaney as their guest speaker on April 30. She is the Executive Director of the Okmulgee County Family YMCA and has been in health and wellness her entire professional...

DEAR ABBY: My husband and I live in a lovely older neighborhood and have enjoyed wonderful neighbors over many years. The homes are close together with windows often left open in spring, summer and fa...

4/16/2024 9:47 a.m. – 19900 Block Hwy 62 – Alarm – Motion hall detector 5:53 p.m. – 24100 Block Montgomery Rd – Disturbance – RP advised she is parked in the road to pick her boyfriend up and her boyf...