Movie Event to Recall “Oklahoma Shame” and Document Child Protection Failures

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April 17, 2024

Forty years ago, journalists from three news organizations owned by Gannett News Service, KOCO- TV in Oklahoma City, The Muskogee Phoenix and ABC News “20/20” News Magazine, collaborated on what became a year-long investigation into the Oklahoma Department of Human Services, eventually earning a Peabody Award for the coverage.

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Manager gives updates at HEDA meeting

November 13, 2024

The Henryetta Economic Development Authority held its monthly meeting, discussing progress on key initiatives across the city.The meeting began with the swearing in of Christy Jeffcoat, who took the o...

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County approves courtroom renovation overages

November 13, 2024

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners held their regular meeting on Tuesday following Monday’s Veterans Day recognition and celebration. The meeting opened with a prayer, the pledge and approval ...

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HPS board holds regular meeting

November 13, 2024

The Henryetta Board of Education covered a full agenda addressing topics related to district improvements, accreditation updates, policy revisions, and upcoming events. With Superintendent Jason Price...

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Playoff Week!

November 13, 2024

As Henryetta High School heads into the playoffs, fans are gearing up for a special event to pump up the excitement. On Friday night, Henryetta will host a spirited KnightVision Open Tailgate Night of...

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Schulter Students Honor Veterans

November 13, 2024

Schulter Schools honored veterans on Monday with a special program. Pictured are a few of the students involved. Veterans were also able toadmire the artwork made by students on display at the school

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Morris Assembly of God to hold Grocery Giveaway

November 13, 2024

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...

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10 Years Ago (2014)

November 13, 2024

Almost two dozen wreaths were made by the women of the First Nazarene church of Henryetta to honor the 19 military men of Okmulgee County who lost their lives in the Vietnam War. The wreaths were used...

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Jobless rates trend downward

November 13, 2024

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...

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I-40 collision claims life of Edmond woman

November 13, 2024

A tragic vehicle collision on Nov. 8 led to the death of a 37-year-old Edmond woman on Interstate 40, approximately two miles east of Henryetta. The accident occurred around 4:45 p.m. amid rainy weath...

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Glenpool resident sentenced in child exploitation case

November 13, 2024

Vince Harjo, 36, of Glenpool, was sentenced last week to 48 months in prison followed by a lifetime of supervised release for possession of child sexual exploitation material. The sentence was handed ...

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Prairie Bell OHCE awards scholarship

November 13, 2024

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 ...