Genesis 6:18-22: “‘But I will establish My covenant with you, and you will enter the ark - you and your sons and your wife and your sons’ wives with you. And you are to bring two of every living creat...

Henryetta Church of God, 202 W. Gentry in Henryetta, will hold a special service Sunday, Dec. 15, at 10 a.m. The service will feature guest speaker Bill Bell of Inola, who will minister in song and wo...

“The love of God reminds me of the fruits of the Spirit (love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control),” says Josh, age 10. “God gives us our fruits so tha...

The Henryetta Chamber of Commerce held the annual Christmas Parade last Saturday on Main Street, as spectators watched on both sides and enjoyed the various displays and music of the season. During th...

The Weleetka Outlaws continued their dominant run through the playoffs with a commanding 4626 victory over the Wilson Tigers in the Class B-II football semifinals on Friday. The win extends the Outlaw...

Congratulations to the Morris High School football team, who was presented the 2024 Class 2A-II Academic State Championship trophy at UCO during halftime at the state championship game.

5-7County basketball teams had a busy week, as the season gets underway. Okmulgee participated in the Hartshorne Tournament, while Beggs played in the Oilton Tournament. The Wilson Tiger Classic is al...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, a special person in your life deserves all of your attention. Romance might be on your mind, and you’ll look forward to all of the time you can spend together.TAURUS – Apr...

The winners of VFW Post 539 Voice of Democracy and Patriot Pen essay contest were recently announced. Above left, pictured from left are VFW Post 539 Auxillary President Teresa Stevenson, Hayden Ander...

The organizers of the Henryetta Hallmark Christmas and the many volunteers are ready for the crowds expected Saturday afternoon and evening in downtown Henryetta. The Hallmark Christmas event begins a...

The state’s new behavioral health center for central Oklahoma faces a massive cost overrun because the project’s initial estimate didn’t include furniture and equipment and bathrooms must be redesigne...

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) will host an open house on Thursday, Dec. 19, to discuss proposed improvements to the US-75A and BNSF railroad underpass in Beggs. The meeting will tak...

High school actors, photographers, dancers, singers, writers, visual artists, filmmakers, and musicians are invited to apply for the Oklahoma Summer Arts Institute at Quartz Mountain (OSAI), Oklahoma’...

Missy Nash of Luv Ford recently visited Henryetta High School to recognize HHS junior William Perez, a member of the football team. Pictured with Nash and Perez is Coach Weston McGill.

Lions Bob and Colleen Fowler kicked off the Henryetta Lions Club bell-ringing season on a chilly Friday morning last week. The couple were joined by other Lions as they raised money to help families d...

This Thanksgiving, the Okmulgee County Criminal Justice Authority (OCCJA) made the holiday season a little brighter for those within the justice system by hosting a heartfelt Thanksgiving meal. Throug...

The 9th annual Harlan Ford Toy Drive is currently underway, as the community has stepped up once again to donate new, unwrapped toys and bicycles for local foster children. Pictured making donations r...

The Okmulgee County Republican Party invites all county Republicans to a Christmas party meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 10, at the American Legion, 730 W. 6th Street in Okmulgee.Special guests include: • Br...

The Preston Pirates were on the road earlier this week, with the boys and girls team facing Quinton. The Pirates won by a wide margin, 66-27. The Pirates are now 2-2 on the season as they welcome the ...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Your pioneering spirit is in full swing this week, Aries. Embrace new challenges and don’t hesitate to get out front and take the lead. You just might inspire others with your co...