A multi-district election will take place April 1, with 11 entities included.The State Senate District 8 Republican Primary Runoff will include the two candidates with the highest number of votes from...

The Oklahoma Department of Corrections proudly welcomes 54 new correctional officers - the largest graduating class since the agency revamped its training academy in May 2023. Since then, more than 38...

The Beggs Lady Demons kicked off their season with commanding victories over Barnsdall and Prue, showcasing explosive offensive performances and strong pitching. The Lady Demons put on an offensive cl...

Congratulations to the Henryetta High School and Junior High powerlifters who represented H-Town at State. Hailey and Nora placed 4th and 5th, respectively.

Morris Public Schools brought 20 powerlifters to the 2025 Junior High Southeast Regionals at Hartshorne, returning with five State qualifiers. Congratulations to Xander McFerron (3rd), Gabe Terriquez ...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You might feel like you have extra energy to chase goals and take bold actions this week, Aries. Your natural drive will be strong. Find opportunities to assert yourself in new a...

This summer, middle and high school students can experience life on a college campus while exploring exciting fields of study at the free 2025 Summer Academies in Science, Technology, Engineering and ...

The Board of Education on Thursday advanced new academic standards for social studies that would require public schools to teach the Bible.Academic standards outline what students are expected to lear...

Oklahoma CareerTech students gathered at the state Capitol on Feb. 25 to demonstrate to policymakers how their support for career and technology education helps students prepare for their futures, reg...

Henryetta’s own Dr. Susan Graham has been named Henryettan of the Year, a well-deserved honor recognizing her unwavering commitment to healthcare, youth mentorship and community service.The award has ...

An early morning storm on Tuesday brought high winds and damage to some areas in southern Okmulgee County. Reports were received of damage to homes and power lines near I-40 east of Henryetta, along w...

The Town of Grayson will hold a nonpartisan general election Wednesday, April 2, at a special town meeting.Registration will take place from 5:30-6 p.m., and voters present a legal form of identificat...

Wilson Public Schools has officially welcomed Brad Wion as its new superintendent. With over three decades of experience in education, Wion brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to the district,...

The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 539 in Henryetta is set to host its Feed the Vets program, a community event dedicated to serving military veterans and their dependents. The program, aimed at provid...

The Knights of Columbus Council 2394’s annual Lenten Fish Fry Fundraiser has a new home this year.The event will now take place at St. Michael Catholic Church, 1004 W. Gentry in Henryetta.The fish fry...

Members and friends of the Okmulgee County Community Garden will gather Saturday, March 8, for a workday to continue preparing the garden for spring.Members are encouraged to bring tools and equipment...

Okmulgee residents, business leaders, and educators came together on Feb. 27 at Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology (OSUIT) to celebrate a major step forward in the city’s digital transf...

Advocating for the welfare of animals while fostering community partnerships, the Vets for Pets Committee held its regular meeting on Saturday, Feb. 8, at VFW Post 1189. The event brought together com...

It has been an interesting first month of the legislative session at the Oklahoma State Capitol with the focus on committee work.This year, the House of Representatives requires every bill to pass bot...

Judges 10:10-16 - Then the Israelites cried out to the Lord, “We have sinned against you, forsaking our God and serving the Baals.” The Lord replied, “When the Egyptians, the Amorites, the Ammonites, ...