HYPE Labor Day Photo Contest winners named

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September 13, 2023

The first Henryetta Young Professionals & Entrepreneurs (HYPE) Labor Day Photo Contest drew lots of outstanding entries and the group is looking forward to many more next year. Congratulations to the following winners: 1st Place - Tiara Williams 2nd Place - Justin Gahm 3rd Place - Jessica Webster Thank you to the following prize sponsors:

• FFFCU - $250 1st Place

• Henryetta Labor Day Celebration - $100 2nd Place

• The Mystique Emporium $50 3rd Place.

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Stand for the Silent

August 8, 2025

Outside the Walmart on Wood Drive, two determined young women stood in the Oklahoma summer heat - not for recognition, but for a mission. Jamyah McClellan and Tylor Jackson were representing Stand for...

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Over $1.25M in unpaid wages recovered

August 8, 2025

The Oklahoma Department of Labor (ODOL) has announced a significant victory for Oklahoma workers, recovering more than $1.25 million in unpaid wages and liquidated damages during the 2024 fiscal year....

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The thunder of hooves

August 8, 2025

The thunder of hooves, the pride of heritage and the joy of a united community will soon come together in spectacular fashion as Okmulgee prepares to host the 70th Annual Roy LeBlanc Okmulgee Invitati...

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Historical Museum open Saturday

August 8, 2025

The Henryetta Historical Museum will be open Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. With school starting, the museum will be ending its summer hours very soon, but will be open on Labor Day following the big...

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HEF representative is guest of Lions

August 8, 2025

The Henryetta Lions Club held its most recent meeting at The Shack 2.0 with an active agenda, plenty of laughter and a renewed focus on community service as members prepare for a busy fall season of a...

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Back to school season begins

August 8, 2025

As the summer winds down and school bells prepare to ring, Okmulgee County schools are welcoming students and families back with a series of fun and meaningful events. From early-morning sunrises to e...

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YMCA Hosts School Supplies Giveaway

August 8, 2025

The Okmulgee Family YMCA showed its commitment to the community by hosting a Free School Supplies Giveaway last Saturday as a drive-thru event. This event makes sure every child in Okmulgee starts the...

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County employment rate rises

August 8, 2025

Most Oklahoma counties reported jobless rates decreased during June, according to the latest news from the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission.During the month, the county’s unemployment rate was ...

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Family’s summer road trip to Pikes Peak becomes a journey of discovery

August 8, 2025

Have you determined how your family will be vacationing, relaxing, or having fun this summer?Time is growing short to schedule your family’s summer vacation. Have you and your group made your plans ye...

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Tulsa, OKC resort to hostile architecture to deter homeless encampments

August 8, 2025

The boulders appeared on Fourth Street as if by magic. But their placement near Tulsa’s Metrolink station is no accident; the rocks are intentionally unwelcoming, placed to deter those without homes f...

Public Notices

100 Years Ago (1925)

August 8, 2025

The general merchandise store of Seth Hufstedler was burglarized Friday night. Entrance was gained by prying off a screen on a rear window and then forcing the top window sash down. The loss was expec...