Penelope “Penny” Sue McVeigh
Penelope “Penny” Sue McVeigh Penelope “Penny” Sue McVeigh was born September 13, 1952 in Gulf Port, Mississippi to Ronald and Vivian Carver. She passed away Sunday, May 19, 2024 at her home in Okemah at the age of 71. Penny worked as a manager for Loves in Okemah for many years and, along with her…
Read MoreSummer Courses Begin Next Week at SSC
Summer Courses Begin Next Week at SSC Summer courses begin Monday, May 20, at Seminole State College. The enrollment period for the first slate of summer courses remains open through May 22. The second slate of summer courses begins June 3 with enrollment through June 6. Course offerings and application information can be found on…
Read MoreSaturio Jose Carreno
Saturio Jose Carreno Services are pending for Saturio Jose Carreno. Saturio Jose Carreno was born January 25, 1949 in Maracaibo, Venezuela to Bricio and Flo Carreno. He passed away Monday, May 13, 2024 at his home in Okemah at the age of 75. Saturio worked as a tree trimmer and enjoyed reading, listening and playing…
Read MoreVoter registration deadline approaches
Voter registration deadline approaches Friday, May 24 is the last day to apply for voter registration, and be eligible to vote in the June 18, Primary Election, according to Okfuskee County Election Board Secretary Eric M. Swinford. Swinford said that persons who are United States Citizens, residents of Oklahoma, and at least 17 ½ years…
Read MoreRoger Wayne Frank
Roger Wayne Frank Funeral services for Roger Wayne Frank will be held Monday, May 20, 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Parks Brothers Funeral Home Chapel in Okemah. Interment will follow at the Frank Family Cemetery west of Okemah with military honors. Roger Wayne “Eagle Eye” Frank was born August 1, 1945 in Oklahoma City,…
Read MoreCowgirl Softball earns No. 5 national seed for NCAA Tournament, hosts regional with Kentucky, Michigan and Northern Colorado
Cowgirl Softball earns No. 5 national seed for NCAA Tournament, hosts regional with Kentucky, Michigan and Northern Colorado STILLWATER – The Oklahoma State softball team was announced as the No. 5 national seed in the 2024 NCAA Tournament. The Cowgirls host Kentucky, Michigan and Northern Colorado in the Stillwater regional played in Cowgirl Stadium…
Read MoreRep. Bice advises class of 2024 at 148th commencement
Rep. Bice advises class of 2024 at 148th commencement (STILLWATER, Okla., May 11, 2024) — U.S. Rep. Stephanie Bice, an Oklahoma State University alumna, returned to her alma mater as the spring 2024 commencement speaker to impart wisdom and encourage graduates Saturday in Gallagher-Iba Arena. OSU played a pivotal role in the fourth-generation Oklahoman’s life…
Read MoreTommy Klutts, Jr.
Tommy Klutts Jr. Funeral services for Tommy Klutts Jr. will be held Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 1:00 PM at the First Baptist Church of Okemah. Interment will follow at the Highland Cemetery with military honors. Tommy Klutts, Jr. was born September 17, 1945 in Okemah, Oklahoma to Tommy and Mary Jo (McFadden) Klutts. He…
Read MoreZeek Henry
Zeek Henry Funeral services for Zeek Henry will be held Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 2:00 PM at the Church of Christ in Okemah. Interment will follow at the Welty Cemetery. Zeek Henry was born November 8, 1929 in Clayton, Oklahoma to Homer and Nellie (Gordon) Henry. He passed away Friday, May 10, 2024 in…
Read MoreOSU to host fall commencement ceremonies Saturday
OSU to host fall commencement ceremonies Saturday (STILLWATER, Okla.) — On Saturday, Oklahoma State University will host its spring commencement exercises for the Class of 2024. U.S. Rep. Stephanie Bice, an OSU alumna, is the keynote speaker for all ceremonies Saturday. WHAT: OSU-Stillwater’s 148th commencement WHEN: Saturday, May 11 9 a.m. — Ferguson College of Agriculture 9 a.m.…
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