Fire Sales Tax discussedIn a brief session, the Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners approved previous meeting minutes, the payment of claims, as well as a 324A claim Bristlecone Road project.They a...

Wilson FFA member Shyanne Sellers not only was able to represent her chapter, but she represented her school, community, town, county and legislative district. Shyanne teamed up with Representative Sc...

Cable to take the helmFirst National Bank & Trust (FNB) announced that Kyle Powell will retire at the end of March after six years as the bank’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and 23 years with the org...

Oklahoma Human Services is now accepting online applications for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Energy Crisis Assistance Program (ECAP) at OKDHSLive.org. ECAP crisis criteria i...

PATRICK FORDNEWS EDITORIn the wake of devastating wildfires ravaging through Oklahoma’s ranch lands, a group of compassionate individuals has banded together to provide much-needed relief to affected ...

Editor’s Note: Within the historic tales of Okmulgee County lies a series of stories that have remained untold, unsolved and unfinished. The Henryetta Free-Lance is proud to present a series: “Unveili...

Rural Water District #5 will hold its annual meeting Monday, April 1, at 7 p.m. at the RWD District Office, 10410 Loblolly Rd. in Henryetta.The purpose of this meeting is the election of directors and...

Fox continues to share expertise on courtA well-known face around Henryetta Public Schools is Harold Fox, who is maintenance director.Fox has announced his retirement at the end of the school year, an...

Sen. Roger Thompson, R-Okemah, on Tuesday secured unanimous support in the Senate for his bill that would ensure a quick and coordinated law enforcement response when a child is abducted.Senate Bill 1...

HPS board cover lengthy agendaThe Knight Brigade is headed to Washington, D.C., in 2025.The Henryetta Public School board approved the trip during Monday’s regular scheduled meeting.Director Alan Mont...

Dewar seniors Kade Henderson (left), Kyleigh Beel (center), and Colton Thomason signed National Letters of Intent last week to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level. Henderson will p...

Missy Nash of Luv Ford recently traveled to Henryetta High School to recognize HHS wrestlers Lily Haywood (middle left) and Kiley Haywood (middle right) as Okmulgee County Athletes of the Week. Also p...

Purchase of portable toilets seen as cost-saving measureThe Henryetta Economic Development Authority convened for its regular meeting Monday, with discussions ranging from financial reports to infrast...

Sunshine Week occurs each year in mid-March, coinciding with James Madison’s birthday and the National Freedom of Information Day on March 16, with the purpose of educating the public about the import...

Stacey Blanchett was recently named to the Board of Directors for American Exchange Bank.Blanchett is the Senior Vice President and Cashier for American Exchange Bank, having been employed with AEB fo...

Knights Law House Bill to strengthen sentences for sex offendersRep. Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, secured passage Monday of a bill to establish stricter laws for convicted sex offenders following a tr...

James Smith honored by American Legion Post 85In a heartfelt ceremony during American Legion Post 85’s monthly meeting in Henryetta, James Smith was honored for his remarkable 50 years of service to t...

VFW Post 539 members, veterans and students from Tulsa Will Rogers ROTC assisted with the Feed the Vets food distribution Thursday in at New Life Assembly of God Church in Henryetta. If you have any q...

Congratulations to the Henryetta Knight Brigade, which received two Superior Ratings at the OSSAA District competition. Congratulations to Director Alan Montgomery and the concert band, who will be he...

First Family Federal Credit Union (FFFCU) showed their pride for the Wilson Tigers basketball team as they presented them with a $1,000 check to go towards purchasing their State Rings and any other n...