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August 21, 2019
Dewar named KOB participant

Town of Dewar is among 43 other groups chosen to compete for the “Best Visual Impact Award” through the Communities Primed for Change “Fresh Paint Days” contest. A Keep Oklahoma

Town of Dewar is among 43 other groups chosen to compete for the “Best Visual Impact Award” through the Communities Primed for Change “Fresh Paint Days” contest.

A Keep Oklahoma Beautiful (KOB) and HIS Paint Program, Fresh Paint Days is designed to encourage volunteers to seek out community structures and renovate them with the creative use of resources.

Keep Oklahoma Beautiful, with the help of sponsors, provides the paint and a stipend for supplies; selected communities supply volunteers and elbow grease.

Started in 2005, this program has helped revitalize communities across Oklahoma with a fresh coat of paint.

“HIS Paint is thrilled with the transpformations that are being made within each of the communities participating in the Fresh Paint Days in Oklahoma initiative. It’s amazing how a fresh coat of paint can help to transform an entire community,” Joe Cox, founder and CEO of HIS Paint, said.

Miranda Patton, Keep Oklahoma Beautiful Projects Coordinator, works with potential participants throughout the application process.

“It has been an extreme honor to assist communities involved in this program,” Patton said. “The participants of Fresh Paint Days truly exemplify the Oklahoma spirit and pride for this state.”

When the Public Service Company of Oklahoma (PSO) began to support the program, Keep Oklahoma Beautiful was able to offer participating groups a cash stipend to purchase supplies and make the program entirely cost-effective for participating groups.

“Public Service Company of Oklahoma is pleased to continue its support of Fresh Paint Days and of the invididuals and organizations who work hard to make their communities great places to live and work,” James A. Evers, State Governmental & Environmental Affairs Representative for PSO, said.

C.L. Boyd, an Oklahoma equipment company, is providing three pressure washers to the recipients of their equipment grant.

The group will have 30 days to complete their projects using donated paint from HIS Paint of Oklahoma City and a stipend from PSO and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality.

Finalists will be chosen based upon before and after photos of their projects.

Winners will be announced at the Keep Oklahoma Beautiful 29th Annual Environmental Excellence Awards Celebration on Nov. 22.

Keep Oklahoma Beautiful is a statewide nonprofit organization with a mission to empower Oklahoma citizens to preserve and enhance the state’s natural beauty and ensure a healthy, sustainable environment.

For more information about Keep Oklahoma Beautiful, Fresh Paint Days and the sponsors of the program, visit: www.keepoklahomabeautiful.com.

New HPS Board Member Welcomed
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New HPS Board Member Welcomed
July 26, 2025
Willem Vandenborn is welcomed by Henryetta Public Schools Superintendent Jason Price after he was sworn in to fill the Ward 2 seat on the HPS board. The action came during a special meeting Thursday, ...
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Patrons Bank warns community of rising phone scams
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Patrons Bank warns community of rising phone scams
July 25, 2025
Patrons Bank is urging the community to be on high alert as phone scams targeting bank customers continue to rise across the country - and right here at home.Scammers are spoofing legitimate bank phon...
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Christmas in July is today
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Christmas in July is today
July 25, 2025
Downtown Henryetta is set to come alive with holiday spirit and summer sunshine today, as the Henryetta Chamber of Commerce presents its annual “Christmas in July” celebration. The event, scheduled fr...
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Back-to-School excitement builds
July 25, 2025
As summer winds down and the school year quickly approaches, Henryetta Public Schools and Dewar Public Schools are rolling out the red carpet for students and families with a series of exciting back-t...
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Main Street Crossing Temporarily Closed
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Main Street Crossing Temporarily Closed
July 25, 2025
The City of Henryetta has announced that the Main Street railroad crossing is currently closed to all traffic. Residents needing to cross the tracks are encouraged to use the Trudgeon Street crossing ...
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Sales Tax Holiday returns Aug. 1-3
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Sales Tax Holiday returns Aug. 1-3
July 25, 2025
Shoppers across Okmulgee County and throughout the state will soon get a much-needed break on back-to-school expenses, as Oklahoma’s annual Sales Tax Holiday kicks off Friday, Aug. 1, and runs through...
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Historical Museum open Saturday
July 25, 2025
The Henryetta Historical Museum continues to welcome guests through its doors this summer with its special every-other-weekend schedule - and this Saturday is no exception. The museum will be open Jul...
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OCEM Report
July 25, 2025
This report is a summary of activities Okmulgee County Emergency Management participated in and does not reflect all activities performed by or participated in by Okmulgee County Emergency Management....
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Plans underway for Okmulgee County Fair
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Plans underway for Okmulgee County Fair
July 25, 2025
Planning is in full swing for the much-anticipated 2025 Okmulgee County Fair, with the event officially set to take place Sept. 4-6 at the Okmulgee County Fairgrounds.Members of the Fair Volunteer Com...
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Lions Club celebrates new members, history and upcoming events
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Lions Club celebrates new members, history and upcoming events
July 25, 2025
The Henryetta Lions Club held a lively and productive meeting on Thursday, July 17, at The Shack 2.0, welcoming new members, celebrating local heritage and preparing for several key community events o...
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Preston Schools announces Child Nutrition Program
July 25, 2025
Preston Public Schools announced they are participating in free lunch and/or breakfast program for the 2026 school year. All students enrolled in the district or the listed sites may participate in th...
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