OSU Institute of Technology’s 227th Commencement will be held Friday, April 19, at 5 p.m. in Covelle Hall. The spring ceremony celebrates the accomplishments of over 300 career-ready students. Oklahom...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners held a brief meeting Monday, starting with a prayer from Commissioner Erik Zoellner before the usual approval of minutes from the previous meeting.The board ...

The Wilson Tigers boys basketball team, under Coach Grant Proctor, had the very exciting privilege and honor of being recognized on the House floor at the State Capitol Wednesday for their historic se...

The Cases of Mayetta Mack and Ruby F. BiggsIn Okmulgee County, where the rhythms of rural life beat in harmony with the passing seasons, two chilling tales of unsolved murders have lingered in the col...

A ribbon cutting was held April 4 for the new playground at Preston Public Schools, thanks to fundraising efforts and grants from various donors.Preston Public School, Fitness 4 Kids Organizers, Kelli...

The Henryetta Knight Brigade has received an invitation to perform in May 2025 at the National Memorial Day Parade. However - help is needed to get the band to Washington, D.C. Here’s where you can he...

The Henryetta Knight and Lady Knight Golf teams had a superb finish April 4th at the Heartland Conference Tournament at Henryetta Golf Club.Junior Brady Norman earns top medalist honors firing a 1 ove...

This photo captures what was seen across many portions of the state as residents took to looking at the sky for the solar eclipse on April 8. The Okmulgee area saw a 96 percent totality. These student...

Elections have been set for two county positions following the candidate filing period which ended April 5.District 2 County Commissioner David Walker, who is seeking to retain his post, drew two chal...

The Henryetta Board of Education convened for its regular meeting on Monday, addressing several key matters crucial to the smooth functioning and development of the district.One of the primary discuss...

LYNN ADAMSSEQUOYAH COUNTY TIMESIt’s been widely observed that April showers bring May flowers. (And if you’re a dad, that axiom is followed with the question: And what do Mayflowers bring? Answer: Pil...

Okmulgee County’s Rural Water District #5 has rescheduled its annual meeting to Monday, May 6, at 7 p.m. The meeting will take place at the RWD District Office, 10410 Loblolly Rd. in Henryetta.The mee...

Incumbents seek to retain officeThe candidate filing period will end this afternoon, as citizens have submitted their forms for county, federal, state and legislative offices.In Okmulgee County, the f...

Dewar school district voters approved a $320,000 bond issue in an election Tuesday, with over 71.58 percent approval given.Okmulgee County votes for the proposition was 61, with 11 voting no. In McInt...

Coble sworn in; regular meeting is MondayThe Henryetta School board met in a special session Wednesday morning, covering a brief agenda.Catherine Noble was sworn in as a member of the board for Seat 2...

It was the perfect day Saturday for the annual Henryetta Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt at Nichols Parks. Hunters of all ages scoured for eggs around the area. Thanks to the community for their support, a...

Election results for the Dewar Public School Bond Proposal will be published in Friday’s edition of the Henryetta Free-Lance

Resolution passed for opioid abatement grantDuring Monday’s meeting, the Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners reached an agreement with the county’s fire departments, addressing department inventory...

Vote on amendment to take place June 18The Henryetta City Council approved several terms during a special meeting on March 29.Present at the meeting were Mayor Michael Dickey, Vice-Mayor Steve Sanford...

District 2 Commissioner, Sheriff up for electionThe statewide candidate filing period is scheduled for April 3-5. Candidate filing hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the three-day period. Candidates fi...