Most counties in Oklahoma saw a decrease in jobless rates during September, according to the latest statistics from the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission.Okmulgee County’s rate decreased slightl...

Valerie Naumann has been busy sewing for the upcoming Prairie Bell OHCE Morris Christmas Bazaar & Craft Show. She will be selling beautiful baby blankets, cloth baby books, quilts and many other handm...

In partnership with the American Legion, the Okmulgee County Homeless Shelter (OCHS) is hosting a fundraiser to help prevent the closure of the shelter and continue providing essential services to tho...

November 14 Cornerstone Movie Night | Cornerstone Foursquare will hold a movie night Thursday, Nov. 14, at 6 p.m. featuring The Sounds of Hope. The public is invited to the free screening, and light r...

“God made us because he was tired of seeing dinosaurs on the world,” says Austin, age 7. “He didn’t like the dinosaurs,” adds Colton, 6. Are you guys saying we’re God’s Plan B? Think again.“I think Go...

1 Peter 4:1-5 - “Since Christ suffered physically, you too must strengthen yourselves with the same way of thinking that he had; because whoever suffers physically is no longer involved with sin. From...

Oklahoma utility ratepayers could be paying even more money from a huge winter storm almost four years ago after cities questioned if the Oklahoma Corporation Commission could waive franchise fees or ...

Morris Assembly of God will hold a Thanksgiving Grocery Giveaway this Sunday, Nov. 17, following their service.The church is also holding a Coats for Kids event for children ages 0-11.Winter coats wil...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, put aside any errant musings and give important tasks your utmost attention this week.Energy is better spent on others, so keep this in mind when you get busy.TAURUS – Apr...

If you’re looking for an evening of excitement, laughter and a little friendly rivalry, Dodgebrawl is back and better than ever! Hosted by Neal’s Homestore, this annual community event brings local te...

David Earhart has lived a life defined by dedication - to his country, his family, and his community. With a military career spanning over two decades, and nearly a decade more of public service to Ok...

This Veterans Day, we honor two veterans with stories that deserve to be told - Mr. William Dunlap, a Korean War veteran, and Mr. Vincent McGee, a National Guard mechanic and engineer. Their lives, sh...

Nearly three-hundred educators and artists from across Oklahoma gathered at the Oklahoma Fall Arts Institute (OFAI) for a series of intensive weekend workshops, designed to enhance their skills in lit...

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma announced that Wilbert Lamon Rivers, age 26, of Okmulgee, entered a guilty plea to one count of Felon in Possession of a Firear...

The Okmulgee County Republicans are excited to celebrate the election of our 47th President, Donald Trump, and the re-election of Rep. Scott Fetgatter at their Nov. 12 meeting.“We are going to have a ...

Officer from Okmulgee’s VFW Post 1189 are prepared for this year’s Veterans Day celebration. The VFW will host a Veterans Day Lunch Monday, Nov. 11, at 12 noon at the post, located at 1427 N. Okmulgee...

Members of Prairie Bell Home and Community Education awarded a $200 scholarship to Jackson Siegenthaler, a 2024 Distinguished Graduate of Beggs High School. Jackson is the son of Kristine and Michael ...

Reps. Chris Banning, R-Bixby, and Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, today released the following statements on the recent passing of longtime Okmulgee resident Randall Holleman.“Our hearts are heavy as we ...

Community of Christ Church will hold its annual Bingo fundraiser Saturday, Nov. 9, at the Morris High School cafeteria. Doors open at 5 p.m., with dinner sold and served at 5:30 p.m. and Bingo startin...

The Okmulgee Public School Board of Education held a special meeting on Wednesday, approving an amended agreement with Patrons Bank, which includes a $1,000 origination fee. The agreement serves as a ...