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Public works crews make slew of improvements

April 4, 2025

From the lakefront to city intersections, Henryetta’s public works crews have been hard at work making visible and meaningful improvements aimed at enhancing safety and accessibility for residents and...

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County approves final payment for courthouse upgrades

April 4, 2025

A range of routine county business items were reviewed and acted upon during Monday’s regular meeting of the Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners.The members heard a report from Okmulgee County Emer...

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Henryetta FFA Members Excel at MSC

April 4, 2025

FFA members Swayde Stogner and Andrea Smith recently kicked off the spring CDE season at Murray State College. Swayde competed in the Environmental and Natural Resources, placing 82nd overall. Meanwhi...

Obituaries

Richard ‘Ricky’ Neal Rogers

April 4, 2025

October 10, 1948 - March 31, 2025Richard Neal Rogers, better known as Ricky Rogers, was born in Okmulgee to Marvin and Franceil Rogers on Sunday, October 10, 1948. After 76 years, harvest time came fo...

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Munholland, Buzan elected to Council

April 4, 2025

Voters across Okmulgee County went to the polls on April 1, to decide a slate of local, municipal, and school board races as well as a key state Senate seat. Unofficial results released early Wednesday morning, April 2, indicate a series of decisive wins in several contested races.--- City Elections: Munholland Re-Elected, Buzan Claims At-Large Post In Henryetta, Jennifer Munholland won the Ward 4...

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Weekend tornadoes cause damage

April 2, 2025

A powerful storm system that swept across Okmulgee County late Saturday night into early Sunday morning produced at least two confirmed tornadoes, both rated EF-0 by the National Weather Service. Whil...

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Frontier Kids experience history, patriotism

March 29, 2025

The Frontier Kids, a local youth group that meets at the Henryetta VFW throughout the year, recently returned from an unforgettable educational journey to Washington, D.C.Thanks to months of fundraisi...

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Henryetta Schools

April 4, 2025

Monday: Breakfast: Sausage on Stick Lunch: Hot Ham & Cheese Sandwich, French Fries Tuesday: Breakfast: Biscuit, Sausage Lunch: Chicken Strips, French Fries Wednesday: Breakfast: French Toast Lunch: Ho...

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ELECTION RESULTS

April 4, 2025

County Commissioner District 1 (Unexpired Term) Ernie Ferreira (R) 717 59.65% Barbarbra Cooks (D) 261 21.71% Chip Smalley (I) 224 18.64% State Senator District 8 (Unexpired) David Nelson 1,336 61.45% ...

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Golden Demons rack up pair of wins

April 4, 2025

The Beggs Golden Demons baseball team put together an impressive pair of wins last week, fueled by explosive offense and strong pitching.--- Demons surge past Mannford with seven-run 5th The Beggs Gol...

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Lady Eagles face challenging stretch

April 4, 2025

The Morris Lady Eagles battled through a string of matchups against elite slowpitch teams, showing offensive spark despite lopsided final scores. Here’s a look at each contest.Fort Gibson 20, Morris 1...

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Bulldogs blaze the track at Wilburton

April 4, 2025

The Okmulgee High School track team delivered a powerful performance Thursday at the Wilburton High School Track Meet, walking away with a 2ndplace finish for the boys and a solid 6th-place standing f...

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HOROSCOPES

April 4, 2025

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, a burst of energy propels you to move forward. It feels like everything is clicking, and you are full of ideas and brimming with contagious enthusiasm.TAURUS – Apr 21/May ...

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Department of Wildlife Conservation Fishing Report

May 24, 2024

Grand Lake May 19 - Elevation is normal and falling, water temperature 76°F and stained. (USACE Lake Level) Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass good on crankbaits, flukes, jerk baits, plastic bai...

Sports

Pirates stay perfect with run-rule win

August 11, 2023

The Preston Pirate varsity fall baseball team notched their second-straight run-rule win of the 2023 season Tuesday evening with a 9-1 victory over the Red Oak Eagles.The Pirates were back in action T...

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Eagles go winless at Preston tourney

April 19, 2023

The Morris Eagle varsity baseball team dropped a pair of decisions this past weekend at the 2023 Dawson Sumner Invitational baseball tournament in Preston.The Eagles began tournament action last Thurs...

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Dragons begin postseason journey Thursday

April 19, 2023

Dewar seeks third-straight State trip with 3-team district tournamentThe Dewar Dragon varsity baseball program will begin its journey towards a possible third-straight state tournament appearance this...

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Dogs suffer setbacks in recent diamond action

April 19, 2023

The Okmulgee Bulldog varsity baseball team closed out last week’s schedule with a pair of losses.The Bulldogs traveled to Weleetka last Thursday and found themselves on the short end of a 7-4 outcome,...

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Okmulgee to host annual tournament

April 19, 2023

Cleveland, Meeker to kick off 3-day event ThursdayMorgan Field at Bateman Park in Okmulgee will be the site of this weekend’s Okmulgee Neal’s Classic baseball tournament.The annual 3-day event will ge...

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The Trendy Loft bringing sweet treats and drinks to downtown Henryetta

September 20, 2024

The Trendy Loft & Coffee House and owner Kelly Dobson, and manager Jennifer Dye, are excited to be open in downtown Henryetta. Be sure to start your day right at The Trendy Loft with a wide selection ...

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Feeding the Vets

June 8, 2024

VFW Post 539 in Henryetta held its Feed the Vets program Thursday at New Life Assembly of God Church in Henryetta. Numerous volunteers were on hand, in addition to Post officers, who assisted in the d...

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Muscogee Nation film to premiere June 15

June 5, 2024

Movie to screen in new CMN Lecture HallGeoLink Nations in association with Behold Motion Pictures, announces the red carpet world premiere of HESAYECV (The Savior), a groundbreaking feature-length fil...

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Find These Treasures

By Patrick Ford

May 24, 2024

Find These Treasures at Your Local Library Mitch Albom American author, journalist and musician, was born into a Jewish family with an older sister and younger brother. He celebrates May 23, 1958, as ...

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How is your retirement income taxed?

By Patrick Ford

May 24, 2024

How is your retirement income taxed? Once you’re retired, you will likely need to draw on several types of income for your living expenses. You’ll need to know where these funds are coming from and ho...

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Lions, Rotary ready for kickball

May 24, 2024

The Henryetta Lions and Rotary Clubs are excited about an upcoming fundraiser. It promises to be an epic showdown as the two clubs will face each other in a kickball game. Approval for the event was g...

Public Notices

County Republicans to host U.S. Sen. Markwayne Mullin

April 4, 2025

The Okmulgee County Republicans are set to host an electrifying monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 8, featuring U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin, via Zoom.The meeting will take place at American Legion Po...

Public Notices

Henryetta Lions prepare for Easter festivities

April 4, 2025

The Henryetta Lions Club gathered for its regular meeting Thursday at The Shack 2.0, with a focus on upcoming events, community engagement, and continued service efforts.The meeting opened with the ap...

Public Notices

03/23/2025

April 4, 2025

11:25 a.m. - Hwy 75 & Ferguson Rd. - iPhone Traffic Accident Indicator1:28 p.m. - 10000 Block Adams Rd. - Fatality7:23 p.m. - 14000 Block N 120 Rd. - RP stated their stepdad put hands on their mother....

Public Notices

03/24/2025

April 4, 2025

12:11 a.m. - Hwy 62 - Traffic Stop12:25 a.m. - Hwy 75 - Traffic Stop12:28 a.m. - Hwy 75 - Traffic Stop12:35 a.m. - Hwy 75 - Traffic Stop9:18 a.m. - 100 Block S 5th St. - RP requested to speak to an of...

Public Notices

03/23/2025

April 4, 2025

2:22 p.m. - Public Service2:35 p.m. - Public Service2:55 p.m. - Public Service3:12 p.m. - Public Service3:20 p.m. - Public Service3:45 p.m. - Extrication Rescue, First Aid, Traffic Control --- 03/26/2...