In 1628, Admiral and Commander Piet Heyn (1577–1629) was ordered to intercept the returning Spanish treasure fleet laden with silver, gold, pearls, spices, pigments, crucifixes, etc.

Okmulgee County Storm Damage. Posted: May 20, 2025 | Last updated: May 20, 2025. None. More for You ...

A Sebastian treasure hunter is seeking a 20-year permit renewal to continue salvaging artifacts from 10 Spanish shipwrecks. The proposed salvage operation involves using various methods, including ...

A 9.5-acre native prairie in Story County will be permanently protected and dedicated as Landers Prairie. The prairie is named after Dr. R.Q. "Jake" Landers, a former Iowa State University professor ...

Legal immigrants detained at Escambia County Jail say lack of Spanish speaking translators is causing unnecessary fear and delays and complications.

Okmulgee County has declared a disaster emergency due to severe flooding, beginning the process to request state and federal aid for damaged roads and infrastructure. Friday, May 2nd 2025, 6:56 am ...

Okmulgee County has declared a disaster emergency due to severe flooding, beginning the process to request state and federal aid for damaged roads and infrastructure.

OKMULGEE, Oklahoma — As of late April 30, at least 15 road blockages had been reported throughout the county due to floodwaters caused by torrential rains.Some, like Gun Club Road north of ...

Click here for updates on this story. OKMULGEE, Oklahoma — As of late April 30, at least 15 road blockages had been reported throughout the county due to floodwaters caused by torrential rains.

OKMULGEE COUNTY, Okla. — Wednesday was a busy day for Okmulgee County Emergency Management and other first responders. One without any injuries, but plenty of road closures due to flooding.