High school basketball action kicked off for area teams this week including the home opener for the Okmulgee Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs at Brock Gymnasium. Facing a stout Glenpool team, Okmulgee fell ...

The Okmulgee Lions Club hosted Genny Mooney of the Henryetta Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday.Mooney came to talk about the Chamber activities in Henryetta for December, and their theme is “Small Town, ...

A Canadian-based liqueur company has announced its first United States facility opening in Okmulgee.Elder Bros Distillery will blend its elderflower and apple strudel liqueurs, as well as its authenti...

The Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth (OCCY), in partnership with the Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA), has launched a new program to provide specialized training for mentors working with just...

“I would be singing, praying, reading the Bible, doing the moonwalk, thanking God and then pretending to be miserable when I see the guard coming,” says Langdon, age 11.That’s great, but can you read ...

Genesis 4:6-7 - God spoke to Cain: “Why this tantrum? Why the sulking? If you do well, won’t you be accepted? And if you don’t do well, sin is lying in wait for you, ready to pounce; it’s out to get y...

Seventy Native American athletes from across the country will be selected to participate in the 2025 Native American All-Star Football Game on January 7, 2025, at The Star in Frisco, Texas, the Dallas...

The Preston Pirates opened their home opener with a hard-fought overtime win over the Fairland Owls, outlasting their opponents 41-39 on Nov. 22.Trailing 21-16 at halftime, the Pirates chipped away at...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Your pioneering spirit is in full swing this week, Aries. Embrace new challenges and don’t hesitate to get out front and take the lead. You just might inspire others with your co...

The filing period for candidates seeking office will begin Monday, Dec. 2.Citizens wishing to serve can file for the following posts:• School Boards• City of Okmulgee Councilmember at Large• Okmulgee ...

Henryetta Chamber of Commerce Director Genny Mooney has been busy creating lots of decorations for the Mistletoe Market coming to downtown Henryetta. She, along with a host of volunteers, decorated th...

VFW Post 539 Auxiliary is searching for individuals to join in supporting veterans, military service members, their families and the community.Just one new member matters, and both males and females c...

Congratulations to Dewar 4-H, who recently took 1st place at the Wildlife Management Competition in Okmulgee. Pictured are Dewar 4-H members and their prizes.

Henryetta police located several stolen goods that had been taken from cars on the KO&G and Frisco railroads. The stolen items were found hidden along the railroad right-of-way and in an empty box car...

Jan Brett, American illustrator and author of children’s picture books, was born on Dec. 1, 1949, in Norwell, Mass. As a child, she wanted to be an illustrator and spent many hours drawing and reading...

The Preston Pirates earned their first win of the season last Friday in an overtime home opener against Fairland, 41-39. The Pirates are on break at the moment, but will return for action next week as...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, your energy is impressive and contagious this week. You can put it to use tackling tasks that you have been putting off. A surprise message could brighten your weekend.TAU...

Student chatter filled the lunchroom at Warner High School on a recent Wednesday as students downed chicken sandwiches, guzzled chocolate milk and caught up with friends. Outside, middle schoolers tos...

The holiday season in Henryetta is about to get a dazzling upgrade as the Chamber of Commerce launches the inaugural Mistletoe Market and gears up for Shop Small Saturday. This highly anticipated mult...

Thanksgiving is widely celebrated in the United States, as a day of gratitude and togetherness, rooted in a shared meal between Pilgrims and Native Americans. However, the origins of Thanksgiving, par...