American author and illustrator of children’s books David Wiesner celebrates Feb

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February 7, 2025

American author and illustrator of children’s books David Wiesner celebrates Feb. 5, 1956, as his birth date in Bridgewater, N.J. He is best known for his picture books some of which tell stories without words.

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City to hold special meeting

February 7, 2025

The Henryetta City Council has scheduled a special meeting for Friday at 12 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 115 S. 4th Street. The meeting will address key municipal projects, including infrastructure...

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H-Town’s ‘Cinderella’ production underway

February 7, 2025

Henryetta High School’s H-Town Theatre program is in the midst of its exciting new production of the classic fairy tale, “Cinderella.”Under the direction of Liz Bealko and Justin Been, this stage adap...

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Candidates file for municipal offices

February 7, 2025

The filing period for several county municipalities ended with races ahead in Henryetta and Morris. All the races are non partisan. The contest period will end Friday.--- City of HenryettaCouncilmembe...

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Luv Ford Honors Athlete of the Week

February 7, 2025

Skylar Phillips of Dewar High School, a member of the Dewar Lady Dragons basketball team, is the latest students to be named Luv Ford’s Athlete of the Week. Making the presentation are Missy Nash of L...

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HPS board to meet Feb. 10

February 7, 2025

The Henryetta Board of Education will convene for its regular monthly meeting on Monday, Feb. 10, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Board of Education Office, located at 1600 W. Gentry i...

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MN files suit against DAs

February 7, 2025

The Muscogee Nation filed suit in federal courts Jan. 30 against Carol Iski, District Attorney for the 25th District covering Okmulgee and McIntosh Counties, and Matthew Ballard, District Attorney for...

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County Republicans to hold Official Precinct Meetings, County Convention

February 7, 2025

The Okmulgee County Republican Party will hold its Official Precinct Meetings and County Convention on Saturday, March 8, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Jubilee Christian Center Fellowship Hall, 1243...

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Calvary Baptist to hold College & Career Night

February 7, 2025

Henryetta Calvary Baptist Church will hold a College & Career Night Sunday, March 16. The event is designed to help young adults navigate the challenges of life while staying grounded in biblical trut...

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Oklahoma Local Food for Schools Program available

February 7, 2025

The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry (ODAFF) recently launched a state-wide incentive for public schools to purchase nutritious foods from local farmers and ranchers.The Oklahoma ...

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Building Our Community, Powering Our Economy

February 7, 2025

As superintendent of Green Country Technology Center, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing how education transforms lives and strengthens communities. Every day, I see students walk through our doors,...

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GCTC Hosts County Superintendent Meeting

February 7, 2025

Green Country Technology Center hosted the Okmulgee County Superintendent Meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 5, providing an opportunity for informative discussions on key education and workforce topics. Atte...