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

Columns & Opinion

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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Commissioners meet before Christmas

December 25, 2024

During Monday’s meeting of the Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners, one blanket purchase order was approved for District 2 (Bruckner’s for repairs), along with a private property agreement for a Di...

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Dragon football team raising funds for championship rings

December 25, 2024

The Dewar Dragons, fresh off their State Football Championship victory, are rallying community and corporate support to fund commemorative rings for the team. With an estimated $20,000 needed to secur...

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Spreading Holiday Joy

December 25, 2024

Mrs. Glover’s 1st grade class enjoyed a Christmas book read by HPS Superintendent Jason Price while making Grinch crafts. Henryetta Public Schools is now on Christmas break and will return in January ...

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A Purr-Fect Gift

December 25, 2024

The first Okmulgee Times & Henryetta Free-Lance Pet Calendar Contest benefited the Okmulgee County Humane Society in a big way. The contest was received with great participation and excitement by folk...

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Wilson, Preston Schools call for bond elections

December 25, 2024

districts, Wilson and Preston, are set to hold special bond elections on February 11, 2025, to address significant infrastructure needs. Both districts have outlined detailed plans to enhance their fa...

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Henryetta Runner Named to All-Star Team

December 25, 2024

Henryetta Cross Country senior Kenleigh Kaler was recently selected to the Oklahoma Cross Country Track Coaches Association All-Star Team. This award recognizes Kenleigh as finishing in the top 10 sen...

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GCTC celebrates LPN graduation

December 25, 2024

Green Country Technology Center (GCTC) proudly celebrated the accomplishments of eight graduates at the Fall Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Graduation ceremony held on Dec. 10, 2024. Family, friends...

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Oklahoma Human Services updates child care rules

December 25, 2024

After gathering extensive input from industry members and experts, along with recommendations and technical assistance from state and national child care advisors, Oklahoma Human Services has posted u...

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Everybody Hurts Sometimes

December 25, 2024

Matthew 5:44-45 - But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you, that you may be sons of yo...

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What does Christmas mean to you?

December 25, 2024

“Christmas is a birthday party,” says Ashley, age 11. “It’s Jesus’ birthday. At my church, we get a big birthday cake for Jesus.”Ashley, you’ve got it right. Christmas is party time. It’s time to cele...

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Proposed rules would require students to prove citizenship or immigration status

December 25, 2024

Children would have to show proof of U.S. citizenship or legal immigration status to enroll in a public school under new rules proposed by the Oklahoma Department of Education, a practice that could r...