Columns & Opinion
July 26, 2024
Jan Berenstain
Jan Berenstain celebrated her birth date as July 26, 1923, in Philadelphia.
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February 21, 2025
A powerful winter storm has gripped Okmulgee County and much of the state, bringing hazardous road conditions, frigid temperatures and widespread disruptions. Temperatures in Okmulgee have plummeted a...
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February 21, 2025
Early voting begins Thursday, Feb. 27, for voters in Okmulgee County. Voters who cannot make it to the polls on March 4 election day have the option of voting early at the Okmulgee County Election Boa...
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February 21, 2025
The highly anticipated annual Henryetta Chamber of Commerce banquet has been postponed.“After much discussion and weighing all of our options, talking to caterers and the school, out of an abundance o...
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February 21, 2025
The Henryetta City Council meeting originally scheduled for Feb. 18 has been postponed due to inclement weather and will now take place on Tuesday, Feb. 25, at 6:30 p.m. at the Civic Center, located a...
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February 21, 2025
It was all about the smiles and awards at the recent Okmulgee County Spring Livestock Show and Premium Sale. Thanks to all of the Okmulgee County Ag Teachers, 4-H Leaders, Fair Board, Spring Livestock...
Obituaries
February 21, 2025
Colonel Carl Leroy Davidson, age 86, died in St Mary’s, Ga. on Friday, January 31, 2025. Col. Davidson was born in Kankakee, Ill. on June 7, 1938, to Joseph and Genevieve Davidson. In 1963, he married...
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February 21, 2025
Pheonix Finch of Preston High School, a member of the Preston Pirates basketball team, is the latest senior to be named Luv Ford’s Athlete of the Week. Making the presentation are Missy Nash of Luv Fo...
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February 21, 2025
Congratulations to Green Country Technology Center HVAC student Chris Crow, who placed 2nd in the SkillsUSA HVAC Troubleshooting competition last week. Crow will be headed to State at the end of the m...
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February 21, 2025
After 47 dedicated years serving Okmulgee County, Emma Jean Gouthier is retiring. We want to wish her all the best in her well deserved retirement. Join in celebrating her legacy on Feb. 28 at 12 noon...
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February 21, 2025
Green Country Technology Center (GCTC) has once again achieved full accreditation, reaffirming its commitment to providing high-quality career training for students and the community. Every five years...
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February 21, 2025
The Dewar Dragons delivered a commanding performance in district play on Feb. 15, securing a 60-28 victory over the Depew Hornets at Drumright on Thursday night. With a strong offensive push and disci...