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County honors its finest at annual banquet
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County honors its finest at annual banquet
May 16, 2025
The Elks Lodge #1822 in Okmulgee once again opened its doors with pride, gratitude and respect as they hosted the annual Law Enforcement and First Responders Banquet on May 10. The event, which has be...
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Supt. Price reflects on busy end of school year
May 16, 2025
As Henryetta Public Schools approaches the final days of the 2024-25 academic year, Superintendent Jason Price offered words of reflection and encouragement to students, staff and the community.In his...
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AEB to host fraud prevention training sessions
May 16, 2025
American Exchange Bank is organizing a community- focused scam and fraud prevention training on Thursday, May 22, offering local residents the opportunity to learn how to protect themselves and their ...
HPS advances key staffing, contracts and projects at May meeting
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HPS advances key staffing, contracts and projects at May meeting
May 17, 2025
The Henryetta Board of Education tackled a packed agenda Monday evening during its regular May 13 meeting, addressing personnel decisions, infrastructure partnerships and program renewals as the district wraps up the 2024-2025 school year.Superintendent Jason Price opened with detailed updates from various departments, highlighting maintenance projects, academic milestones, student achievements an...
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Dewar Holds Walk & Roll to School Day
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Dewar Holds Walk & Roll to School Day
May 14, 2025
Dewar Public Schools participated in the annual Walk & Roll to School Day last Wednesday, May 7. This annual event involves communities from across the country (and globe) walking and rolling to schoo...
Times to hold Ugly Recliner Contest
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Times to hold Ugly Recliner Contest
May 14, 2025
As Father’s Day approaches, families everywhere are preparing to celebrate the special men in their lives. This year, the Okmulgee Times and Henryetta Free-Lance are adding a unique twist to the festi...
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The Light on Lavender Street
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The Light on Lavender Street
May 16, 2025
Mary Ray Stephenson sat in the backyard of the house she and Wilbur bought in 1958, the same white clapboard home on lavender street in Schulter, Oklahoma where she had watched the world change from h...
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Morris Council tackles items at meeting
May 16, 2025
In a comprehensive city council meeting that addressed multiple critical municipal issues, local officials demonstrated their commitment to community development, infrastructure improvement and fiscal...
Funeral Preplanning Tips
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Funeral Preplanning Tips
May 16, 2025
Planning a funeral can be an overwhelming and emotional process. However, preplanning your own funeral or that of a loved one can help alleviate stress during a difficult time. Here are some helpful t...
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Beggs School: The Early Days of a Proud Tradition
May 16, 2025
Gabrielle Spencer-Ginn Special to the TimesLast year, we took a look back at the cherished traditions of the Beggs alumni banquets. Today, let’s travel even further into the past - to the very roots o...
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Color Our World
May 16, 2025
The Okmulgee Public Library is ready to add color, creativity and fun to your summer with the launch of its 2024 Summer Reading Program, “Color Our World.” This vibrant program is packed with engaging...
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C.A.R.D. Senior Menu
May 16, 2025
Monday: Chicken Tenders, Tater Tots, Mixed Fruit, Sliced Bread, Cookie Tuesday: Chili Mac, Tossed Salad, Buttered Corn, Jell-O Wednesday: Sesame Chicken, Oriental Veggies, Pineapple Chunks, Rice, Cake...

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Wilson athletes shine at Regionals
May 7, 2025
The 2025 OSSAA 1A4A Regional Track Meet, held Saturday, May 3, at McAlester High School, featured strong performances from athletes across the state, including a standout showing from Wilson High Scho...
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County teams compete at Regionals
May 7, 2025
It was a weekend filled with standout performances, high-scoring games and hard-fought battles for several Okmulgee County baseball and softball teams. The Henryetta Knights faced off against the Jone...
Henryetta, Dewar make impact at Regionals
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Henryetta, Dewar make impact at Regionals
May 7, 2025
Okmulgee County schools made a determined showing at the 2025 OSSAA Class 2A and 3A Regional Track Meet held in Atoka on May 3, with athletes from Henryetta and Dewar posting strong finishes, earning ...
Kilhoffer, Lewis power Dragons in 19-1 rout
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Kilhoffer, Lewis power Dragons in 19-1 rout
May 7, 2025
The Dewar Dragons delivered a statement victory Saturday afternoon, crushing the Laverne Tigers 19-1 behind an explosive offensive performance led by Peyton Kilhoffer and Braelin Lewis.Kilhoffer hit t...
Lady Knights Tennis State Bound
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Lady Knights Tennis State Bound
May 7, 2025
The Henryetta Lady Knights are headed to the State Tournament after they finished as a close runner up to Riverfield Monday in the Regional Tournament in Tulsa. 1s Abbi Dodge and 2s Connie Dong each p...
Stephens sparks Demons in back-to-back wins
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Stephens sparks Demons in back-to-back wins
May 7, 2025
The Beggs Varsity Golden Demons continued their impressive spring campaign with dominant back-toback wins over Tishomingo and Kiefer, showcasing a balanced combination of power at the plate, sharp pit...
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Martha Jo Whitworth celebrated for lifetime of creativity
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Martha Jo Whitworth celebrated for lifetime of creativity
May 16, 2025
The heart of Henryetta’s Main Street shined a little brighter this past weekend as Bear Bottom Antiques unveiled a stunning tribute to one of the community’s own treasures, Martha Jo Whitworth. At 89 ...
County sales tax income up from last year
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County sales tax income up from last year
May 16, 2025
The Oklahoma Tax Commission recently released city sales tax collection figures that primarily represents local tax receipts from March business. The monies they reported this period represent sales f...
GCTC Holds Graduation Ceremony
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GCTC Holds Graduation Ceremony
May 16, 2025
Parents, family and friends, along with instructors and mentors, were excited to share in the commencement exercise last Saturday at the Mvskoke Dome for Green Country Technology Center graduates. Sup...
Twin Hills announces top graduates
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Twin Hills announces top graduates
May 16, 2025
Gabe Bonebrake ValedictorianTwin Hills School is proud to announce Gabriel Lee Bonebrake as the valedictorian of the 8th grade graduating class of 2025.Gabe is the son of Bobbie and Jeff Bonebrake. He...
Soaring into the Future
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Soaring into the Future
May 16, 2025
The skies over Okmulgee Airport were buzzing with excitement last Friday as Okmulgee High School students got a firsthand taste of the aviation world during the school’s inaugural Aviation Day.For man...
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