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April 3, 2026
Okmulgee Service League has announced the cancellation of its annual Easter Egg Hunt, which was scheduled to take place this Saturday, April 4. The Service League released a statement: “We regret to i...
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April 3, 2026
Morris Public Schools is recognizing a legacy of leadership, service and commitment as longtime School Board member James Allred concludes 15 years of dedicated service to the district. School officia...
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April 3, 2026
A sweeping statewide crackdown on Medicaid fraud and abuse has led to arrests, criminal filings and significant restitution efforts, with one of the cases unfolding in Okmulgee County. Attorney Genera...
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April 3, 2026
Residents and businesses across the city are encouraged to roll up their sleeves and take part in Keep Okmulgee Beautiful Week, April 12-18. The annual initiative is more than just a spring cleanup - ...
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April 3, 2026
For generations of students at Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology, it wasn’t just a meal - it was a tradition, a memory, and for many, a weekly ritual that brought people together. Now, after decades away, that beloved staple is making its long-awaited return. OSUIT students and alumni have rallied together to revive the legendary Pizza Bread, culminating in a lively, community- wid...
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April 1, 2026
One year ago, crews stood beside a forgotten oil well drilled more than a century earlier in what is now the Deep Fork National Wildlife Refuge. The well, known as Cover #5, had been drilled around 19...
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March 30, 2026
What once required a long drive to Tulsa, Oklahoma City or even across state lines can now be handled right here at home, thanks to the growing presence of SME Rental, part of the Stewart Martin Kubot...
News
April 3, 2026
Okmulgee FFA is gearing up for its annual Spring Plant Sale, a community tradition showcasing months of student dedication and agricultural education. The event will be held Friday and Saturday, April...
News
April 3, 2026
For Austin Domebo, founder of Rez Taxi, the road to business ownership has been shaped by personal growth, responsibility and a desire to give something meaningful back to the community that helped ra...
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April 3, 2026
The Okmulgee Community Theatre is set to bring mystery, humor and a touch of the supernatural to the stage with its upcoming production of “Honeymoon at Graveside Manor: A Ghostly Farce,” written by P...
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April 3, 2026
The 2026 candidate filing period is officially underway, with several individuals submitting their paperwork on the opening day for county, state and judicial offices. Several county-level positions s...
News
April 3, 2026
Community members are invited to enjoy an evening of food, fellowship and fundraising, as Landmark for All Generations, Inc. hosts a Spaghetti Dinner & Raffle Fundraiser on Monday, April 20. The event...
News
April 3, 2026
Beggs Round-Up Club will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4, at 1 p.m. at the Beggs Round-Up Club Arena, 1113-1119 Broadway Ave., north of Beggs.
Sports
April 3, 2026
Behind a dominant offensive performance and a standout day from Emmy Hall, the Dewar Lady Dragons rolled to a commanding 14-0 victory over Okemah on Tuesday. Hall led the charge with a perfect day at ...
Sports
April 3, 2026
The Dewar High School track team had a strong showing at Konawa on Tuesday. Parks placed 3rd in the 800 with a time of 2:20.16, 5th in the 1600 with a time of 5:39.58, and brought home 1st place in th...
Sports
April 3, 2026
Battling bitter cold temperatures and relentless winds, the Morris High School track and field teams turned in a gritty and determined performance Friday, bringing home multiple medals and key team po...
Sports
April 3, 2026
The Morris Eagles split a doubleheader with the Keys Cougars on Tuesday, winning the first matchup 19-6 and dropping the second in a 9-1 contest. --- Morris, Finch defeat Keys in 19-6 blowout Jax Finc...
Sports
April 3, 2026
Congratulations to the Henryetta Middle School Golf Team, who came away Tournament Champions at the Henryetta Golf Course. Three golfers finished in the Top 10, including Overall Champion Easton Swall...
Sports
April 1, 2026
Ashleigh Hurt turned in a performance for the record books Monday, blasting two home runs and driving in nine runs to lead the Preston Lady Pirates to a 24-12 victory over Haskell in a high-scoring sh...
Lifestyle, News
April 1, 2026
A piece of Okmulgee’s rich history took center stage on March 19 as the Haygood-Shephard American Legion Post 103 received one of the state’s most prestigious historic honors during the annual Oklahom...
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March 18, 2026
Seniors in the Okmulgee area are discovering that staying active and eating well can also be fun, thanks to two engaging programs offered through OSU Extension and led locally by Extension Educator Ji...
Lifestyle, News
March 13, 2026
As The American Legion celebrates its 107th birthday, observed March 15-17, Legionnaires across the nation are reflecting on more than a century of service rooted in a guiding principle that has never...
Lifestyle, News
March 13, 2026
Financial oversight, infrastructure improvements and administrative matters dominated discussion during the Beggs City Council meeting held Monday evening, March 9, at Beggs City Hall. Council members...
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March 6, 2026
Highland Park Manor in Okmulgee was filled with celebration as Mrs. Joann Patrick marked her 100th birthday, joining the ranks of Oklahoma’s honored centenarians. Mrs. Patrick, born in 1926 in Arkansa...
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February 27, 2026
Families from The Academy of Okmulgee (TAOO) gathered Tuesday, Feb. 24, at Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology (OSUIT) for an engaging and interactive Parent Workshop led by Chef Aaron W...
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April 3, 2026
“Funny is funny … I ain’t never seen a color on a laugh.” David Motte said it while sitting on the old school stage inside the former Banneker kindergarten building, now home to Dunbar School memorabi...
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April 3, 2026
Voters across Okmulgee County began casting their ballots yesterday as early voting began ahead of the April 7 election. Early voting takes place at the Okmulgee County Election Board office, Room 102...
News
April 3, 2026
It is time to put it into gear and hit the open road. Our Blood Institute is kicking off its April and May donor campaign, inviting the community to make a stop along the iconic Route 66 and help fuel...
News
April 3, 2026
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Your confidence is at an alltime high, Aries. This is the week to pitch an idea or finally send that text you’ve been mulling over. The universe is backing your bold moves. TAURU...
Columns & Opinion
April 3, 2026
The B.C. Comic Strip made famous by Johnny Hart once featured a take on Good Friday: “I hate the term ‘Good Friday,’” says the forlorn caveman. “Why,” a second character replied. “My Lord was hanged o...