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News
The Bread House in Henryetta is nearing their oneyear anniversary of opening.
The exchange of lush, green woodlands for the dry, unwanted land of Indian Territory came with plot twists.
By Jim North
Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Kay Rabbitt-Brower says a third tea is being added to the Chamber’s celebration of the 19th Amendment ratification centennial on August 22.
Sports
Henryetta High School’s fast-pitch squad is hard at work preparing for the 2020 season.
By Kaitlyn Dillard
For almost a decade, the city’s fields have only seen little league teams play during the summer months.
By Kaitlyn Dillard
Little league football season is just around the corner with teams set to start official practice on Monday, Aug. 3.
By Kaitlyn Dillard
Commentary
I can’t believe I am going to tell this!
However, I’ve heard confession is good for the soul. So, today I confess.
I have this weakness for dishes! There, I admitted it!
By Martha’s Musings My Life At The Retirement Village By Martha Jo Whitworth
Part 3 of 3
“We all get so involved in our silly little lives that we have made for ourselves to where we don’t have the time to do anything for God,” says Travis, age 12.
By Kids Talk About God By Carey Kinsolving
Thank you to everyone who was a part of the fourth annual Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) Heroes Ball last Friday night. It was a success beyond even our best hopes.
By Joe Dorman
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Lifestyle
Pam Harvey (above), an escrow officer, was the special guest speaker for the July 28 meeting of the Henryetta Lions Club. She introduced her new business, Oklahoma Secured Title, to members.
Trinity Lutheran Church
This Sunday is the Eight Sunday after Trinity. The readings are from Jeremiah 23:16-29, Acts 20:27-38 and Matthew 7:15-23
There is not enough positive news in the world these days.
With the constant barrage of politics and pandemic updates, it is hard to maintain an upbeat view.
By Joe Dorman
Obituaries
John “Buster” D. Kell, 86, resident of Morris, passed away Wednesday, July 29. John was born Feb. 11, 1934 in Twin Oaks to Perry and Pearl (Cockrell) Kell.
Funeral services for Betty J. Williamson, 87, resident of Henryetta, will be Wednesday, Aug. 5 at 10 a.m. at the Rogers Funeral Home Chapel with Jeff Williamson officiating.
Funeral services for Sidney Lee, 79, lifetime resident of Henryetta, are pending under the direction of the Rogers Funeral Home.
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