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, ...

Lewis Copeland tells the story of a mother who boasted about the good manners of her little darling at a dinner party.“Charlie, my dear, won’t you have some beans?” she said.“No,” was the ill-mannered...

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...

The Shoney’s Night State Championship Rings Fundraiser for the Dewar Dragons football team was an incredible success this week. The Henryetta restaurant was packed all night long in support of these w...

It’s a Masquerade Party this Saturday as the Henryetta Chamber of Commerce celebrates at its 110th annual banquet at the Henryetta High School Cafeteria. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and dinner is served p...

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When most people think about law enforcement, they picture flashing lights, crime scenes, or highspeed chases. But for the deputies of the Okmulgee County Sheriff ’s Office (OCSO), the job is much mor...

A tragic single-vehicle accident claimed the lives of two Weleetka men early Thursday morning west of Henryetta.According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, the fatal collision occurred at approximately ...