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June 30 unofficial Primary Election results announced

McKenzie McCoy named to SAC Commissioner’s Honor Roll

McKenzie McCoy, a former Lady Demon, was one of 205 athletes nominated for the 2019- 20 Sooner Athletic Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll from Oklahoma City University (OCU). McCoy is currently a junior at OCU where she plays golf for the Stars....

Congratulations HHS Class of 2020!

Henryetta High School (HHS) Clsss of 2020 Graduation ceremonies were held on July 11 at Cameron Field with social distancing guidelines in place. Seniors were seated on the field six-feet apart as the ceremonies commenced. Family members and friends...

Hwy. 62 Fireworks show enjoyed July 11

An area mother and daughter were among a large number of area residents gathering at Nichols Park in Henryetta on Saturday night for the Hwy. 62 Fireworks annual Fireworks Extravaganza show. The event, led by Shane Sanford, features over $5,000 in...

Golden Demons Gear up for 2020 Season

Beggs senior Kendal Daniels catches a pass during a summer workout drill Wednesday morning. The Demons have been prepping for the upcoming season in the weight room and on the field, while following guidelines implemented by Beggs Public Schools to...

HYBSA suspends use of Nichol’s Park

Henryetta Youth Baseball and Softball Association (HYBSA) announced Tuesday that it will suspend any use of the fields at Nichol’s Park until further notice due to the recent increase of COVID-19 cases in Henryetta and across Okmulgee County. Vince...

Henryetta Lions Club installs officers

New Henryetta Lions Club officers for 2020-2021 were installed during their regular meeting on Tuesday. Pictured, back row, left to right: Grant Jenson, Director; Ashley Morris, Membership Chair; Amber Smith, 1st Vice President; Bob Fowler, outgoing...

News

Congratulations HHS Class of 2020!

Henryetta High School (HHS) Clsss of 2020 Graduation ceremonies were held on July 11 at Cameron Field with social distancing guidelines in place.

HMS part-time counselor hired

Henryetta Board of Education hired Michelle Mitchell as a part-time counselor for Henryetta Middle School (HMS) for the 2020-2021 school year during their regular monthly meeting on July 14.

By Tracy Goza

County jobless rates remain high

Okmulgee County’s jobless rate dropped slightly in May according to figures released Wednesday by the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission (OESC).

Sports

Beggs Athletics comes into contact with COVID-19

Physicals are an important aspect for any athletic team before the start of a new semester. However, for Beggs High School the normal before-school tradition turned into a cause for concern.

By Kaitlyn Dillard

McKenzie McCoy named to SAC Commissioner’s Honor Roll

McKenzie McCoy, a former Lady Demon, was one of 205 athletes nominated for the 2019- 20 Sooner Athletic Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll from Oklahoma City University (OCU).

By Kaitlyn Dillard

Henryetta little league heads into playoffs

The 2020 OK Kids Baseball Association closed out its five-week regular season last Friday.

By Kaitlyn Dillard

Commentary

Yogurt Everywhere

Over the span of the last month or so, various organizations in the area have partnered with GoFresh to bring fruit/vegetable and dairy boxes to the area. Morris has had a couple.

By A Few Of My Favorite Things With Katina Holland