Above and Beyond

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August 2, 2024

Above and Beyond

Some travelers passing through the county last week had an experience that truly epitomizes the caring spirit of the community - go above and beyond the call of duty. The husband contacted the Free-Lance and wanted to spotlight the business and owner for their kindness. Here is what he sent:

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H-Town Theatre to enchant audiences

January 10, 2025

Henryetta High School’s H-Town Theatre is preparing to dazzle the community with its upcoming production of ‘Cinderella.’ Under the direction of Josh Been and co-director Liz Bealko, the cast and crew...

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OCSO shares county stats

January 10, 2025

The Okmulgee County Sheriff ’s Office (OCSO), under the leadership of Sheriff Eddy Rice and Undersheriff Smokey Patchin, have released its comprehensive statistics for 2024. Sheriff Rice, now in his f...

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Luv Ford Athletes of the Week

January 10, 2025

Missy Nash of Luv Ford of Henryetta presents two Preston students their plaques recognizing them as Athletes of the Week. Pictured are Tanner Young and Kaden Dean, students at Preston High School. Tan...

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Jobless rates down for most in November

January 10, 2025

Most counties in Oklahoma saw a decrease in jobless rates during November, according to the latest statistics from the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission.Okmulgee County’s rate increased slightly...

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Upcoming HPS meeting to address key matters

January 10, 2025

The Henryetta School Board is scheduled to hold its regular meeting on Monday, January 13, at the Board of Education Offices. The meeting begins at 5:30 p.m.--- Superintendent & Department Reports The...

Obituaries

John LeRoy Bryant

January 10, 2025

John LeRoy Bryant, 75, of Schulter, passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2025, in Schulter. He was born on September 8, 1949, in Henryetta to John Lee and Mina Violetta (Hantz) Bryant.September 8, 1949 - J...

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Henryetta Schools

January 10, 2025

Monday: Breakfast: Blueberry Muffin Lunch: Chicken Sandwich, Fries Tuesday: Breakfast: Biscuit, White Gravy Lunch: Spaghetti & Meat Sauce, Breadstick Wednesday: Breakfast: Sausage on a Stick Lunch: Tu...

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Okmulgee County Fairboard meeting moved to Jan. 13

January 10, 2025

Due to the weather, the regular scheduled meeting of the Okmulgee County Fairboard has been moved to Monday, Jan. 13, at 7 p.m. at the OSU Extension Center, 1901 N. Oklahoma in Okmulgee.Agenda items i...

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Community Garden schedules bi-annual meeting Jan. 23

January 10, 2025

The bi-annual membership meeting of the Okmulgee Community Garden Corporation is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 23, at the Okmulgee Fairgrounds meeting room at 6:30 p.m.According to Dr. Ann Alexander, c...

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OKJobMatch ceases operations

January 10, 2025

The Oklahoma Employment Security Commission (OESC) announced the OKJob-Match.com system officially shut down Dec. 31, 2024, at 5 p.m. A new, more advanced job-matching platform will take its place and...

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Courtroom remodeling ongoing

January 10, 2025

An extensive remodeling project is nearing completion at the Okmulgee County Courthouse.Following the overhaul and addition of new amenities in the main courtroom, Courtroom 1, on the third floor of t...