Above right, Dewar High School senior softball player Kinsey Maldonado was recently honored as Luv Ford’s Athlete of the Week. Making the presentation is Missy Nash of Luv Ford. Coach Stephen Castlebu...

The Dewar Dragons delivered a commanding performance last Thursday, defeating the visiting Canadian Cougars 70-8. Coach Josh Been’s squad was on the road last night as they traveled to Quinton. See re...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Your energy levels are soaring this week, Aries. Channel this vitality into a new project or personal goal. Be cautious of being too impulsive, and think things through before ac...

The Henryetta Lions Club welcomed Chamber of Commerce Director Genny Mooney to their recent weekly meeting, where she shared updates on exciting community events set to take place in the coming months...

An Okmulgee couple has been arrested in connection with severe injuries to their 7-weekold daughter, according to police. Cheyenne Crites and Russell Mc-Carty face charges after they voluntarily went ...

Early voting begins Wednesday, Oct. 30, for voters in Okmulgee County and Statewide. Voters who will not be able to make it to the polls on Election Day have the option of voting early at their County...

Registered voters who become physically incapacitated after 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21, and are unable make it to the polls, still have an opportunity to cast their ballot.According to Okmulgee County Ele...

Those hurting from the loss of loved ones describe it as feeling empty. Some people describe a physical sensation of being hollow. Others describe it as a constant state of ache and longing. The physi...

“My favorite thing that God created is blueberries. God is good for making them,” says Olivia, 6.I’ve never linked blueberries with the goodness of God, but why not? If you had mentioned blueberry pie...

Ephesians 4:29-32 - “Do not use harmful words, but only helpful words, the kind that build up and provide what is needed, so that what you say will do good to those who hear you. And do not make God’s...

In a tough matchup last Thursday, the Morris Eagles suffered a bruising 47-0 defeat at the hands of the Spiro Bulldogs. The shutout was a difficult pill to swallow for the Eagles, whose struggles on b...

The holiday season is fast approaching, and Henryetta is ready to celebrate in true festive fashion with its annual Hallmark Christmas event on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 4-9 p.m. at City Gazebo Park, loc...

The Henryetta Knight Brigade, under the direction of Alan Montgomery, scored 2’s (Excellent) across the board on Wednesday at the OSSAA Band Regionals. The Knight Brigade is still raising funds for th...

Meetings & Administrative Tasks• Weekly Board of County Commissioners Meeting: Attended the regularly scheduled Board of County Commissioners meeting. Provided updates on current emergency management ...

The Okmulgee County Consortium, in partnership with the OSU Department of Wellness, OSUIT and OSUIT Police, successfully hosted a medication take-back event at the north end of Covelle Hall Tuesday. T...

As Medicare Open Enrollment approaches, the Oklahoma Hospital Association (OHA) has unveiled a new website to help seniors navigate the often confusing process of selecting the right Medicare plan. Th...

Alliance for a Healthier Generation has named Morris Elementary School (MES) one of America’s Healthiest Schools for 2024. This annual recognition honors schools for implementing best practices to sup...

The Wilson Tigers celebrated Homecoming in style with a 46-0 shutout win over Webbers Falls last Thursday, marking their first win in district play. The team traveled to Arkoma to take on the Mustangs...

The Mojo Grappling Academy, a premier wrestling academy serving Wilson and Henryetta, is currently accepting sign-ups for its folkstyle wrestling season. Families can register their young wrestlers at...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You’ll feel a strong urge to take initiative, especially in areas related to your career or personal projects, Aries. However, be careful to avoid overextending yourself.TAURUS –...