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The Henryetta Lady Knights lost control of an early lead in the first round of the Okmulgee County Tournament, falling to the Beggs Golden Demons in a 65-59 contest. Despite

“Shrek the Musical Jr.” coming to Henryetta

Henryetta Elementary School (HES) will present “Shrek the Musical Jr.” on Friday, March 6 at 6 p.m. in the Alice Ghostley Auditorium in the high school. The musical was announced

Henryetta teachers Prahl and Kelch to retire in May

Two Henryetta Public Schools (HPS) teachers Notifications of Retirement were approved by Henryetta Board of Education members during a special meeting on Jan. 16. After 17 years at HPS, Jan

Knights face consecutive losses

"I hear so many things about the different churches . . . And what about this 'church of Christ' group, who are they?" Such are just a sample of the

2020 County Tournament begins Monday

Eight county teams are set to fight for the 2020 MCN Okmulgee County Tournament championship crowns Monday, Jan. 20 to Saturday, Jan. 25 at the Mvskoke Dome in Okmulgee. Both

Lady Dragons extend winning streak Tuesday

The Lady Dragons added another win to their record Tuesday night, defeating the Butner Lady Eagles in a double digit victory, 43-29. The efforts of the two senior Lady Dragons,

News

How recreational is Oklahoma’s Medical Marijuana market?

Okahoma Watch

Welcome to the wild west of weed.

By Paul Monies, Oklahoma Watch Staff Writer

Schulter Students of the Month named

Macee Henderson, 6th grade student at Schulter Middle School, was selected as January Student of the Month by her teachers. Mrs. Howk is pictured above as she presents the award to Macee.

County commissioners hear from concerned citizens

Two workers from ARC Outdoorsmen LLC attemded Tuesday’s meeting of the Okmulgee County commissioners seeking advice on an issue they are facing.

By Jessie Brydges Okmulgee Times Staff Writer

Sports

Lady Knights fall to Beggs in round one

The Henryetta Lady Knights lost control of an early lead in the first round of the Okmulgee County Tournament, falling to the Beggs Golden Demons in a 65-59 contest.

By Kaitlyn Dillard

Schulter blanks to Morris, Beggs at County Tourney

Schulter’s varsity boys’ and girls’ team faced tough losses at the Okmulgee County Tournament Monday night.

Dragons revive two-game winning streak

After a one-point loss disrupted their winning streak, the Dewar Dragons overpowered the Watts Engineers and Hanna Dragons to improve their record to 7-4.

By Kaitlyn Dillard

Commentary

Aren’t daughters just the smartest people?

Often times here at the retirement village, we talk about things we sold at our moving sale or gave away and wish we had back. For instance, I sold my Bundt cake pan.

What is the lesson of Gideon and his 300-man army?

KIDS TALK ABOUT GOD

“Gideon used fire because the electricity ran out. God said blow the horns and crash real big, and he would give them electricity,” says Weston, 4.

Winnie the Pooh author Milne celebrated at library

English author, A.A. Milne, was born Jan. 18, 1882 in Kilburn, London. Milne grew up with two older brothers and was educated at a small public school run by his father.

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Hubbards welcome birth of daughter on Dec. 21

Erin and Jacob Hubbard proudly announce the birth of their daughter, Ember Alana Hubbard on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019 in Ardmore.

Henryetta Chamber Christmas Parade enjoyed Saturday

Obituaries

Katherine Patterson

Funeral services for Katherine Patterson, 100, a former resident of Henryetta, were Monday, Jan. 20, at 2 p.m. at the Rogers Funeral Home Chapel.

Linda Kay Thomas

Funeral services for Linda Kay Thomas, 75, resident of Okmulgee, were Tuesday, Jan. 21, at 10:30 a.m. at Integrity Chapel where Linda’s nephew, Bro. Kevin Jones officiated.

Zachariah J. Anderson, M.D.

Funeral services for Zachariah J. Anderson, M.D., 48, resident of Morris, will be Wednesday, Jan. 22, at 1 p.m. at the Sand Creek Baptist Church in Wetumka.