News
March 11, 2022
Fires keep county agencies busy
Rural and city fire departments were busy over the weekend battling fires.
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March 20, 2026
Frustration over neglected properties, late-night disturbances and declining neighborhood conditions took center stage Tuesday night as the Henryetta City Council confronted some of the city’s most pe...
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March 20, 2026
In rural Oklahoma, for small towns like Okmulgee, a housing program isn’t just about building homes.It’s about keeping families in place, keeping jobs local and keeping communities intact.When one of ...
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March 20, 2026
Maj. Gen. Tony L. Wright was recognized as the Veteran of the Week on Monday by the Oklahoma House of Representatives.Wright is a constituent of House Tribal and External Affairs Leader Rep. Scott Fet...
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March 20, 2026
The Henryetta Free-Lance is proud to announce its annual Focus Magazine is now available. This year’s magazine, released in last Friday’s edition, highlights several of the many bright people and orga...
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March 20, 2026
Statewide election activity officially begins at 8 a.m. Wednesday, April 1, when the candidate filing period opens.Candidates for state offices file with the Secretary of State Election Board, while c...
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March 20, 2026
The remodeling project that has completely revamped the Okmulgee County Courthouse is almost wrapped up. Visitors to the building can now access updated, ADA-compliant bathroom facilities for both men...
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March 20, 2026
Residents interested in learning more about their family history are invited to connect with the Okmulgee County Genealogy Society, a local organization dedicated to helping people uncover their past....
News
March 20, 2026
Under the late afternoon sun, the Okmul‑gee County Sharks gathered on the field for practice, their new black and blue uniforms catching the light as players stretched, laughed and prepared to take th...
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March 20, 2026
• Okmulgee Coun‑ty Republicans held a well‑attended conven‑tion at the Belmont Ho‑tel, electing a new county chairman and adopting resolutions supporting national and state par‑ty leaders. Committees ...
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March 20, 2026
A deep and competitive group of Okmulgee County seventh and eighth grade powerlifters took the platform at the state meet in El Reno, turning in solid performances across multiple weight classes and c...
News, Sports
March 20, 2026
Congratulations to Morris High School’s Jaret West and Isaiah Taylor, who each signed to continue their football careers on scholarship. Jaret signed with McPherson College and Isaiah signed with Nort...