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B: Sports
April 23, 2025
Lady Pirates dominate slowpitch All-Conference honors
By PATRICK FORD Editor,

The 2025 Heartland Conference spring softball awards have been announced, with Preston High School leading the pack in both team standings and individual honors.

Preston claimed the top spot in the final conference standings, followed by Eufaula in second and Beggs in third. Rounding out the standings were Henryetta in fourth, Morris in fifth and Kellyville in sixth.

Coach Jimmy Hurst of Preston was named Coach of the Year, highlighting his leadership in guiding the Lady Pirates to a first-place finish. Preston standout Taylen Star was honored as the conference Most Valuable Player, capping off an impressive season on the field.

Also representing Preston in the top awards were Na’Braijhanae “Nae” Phillips, named Offensive Player of the Year, and Eufaula’s Kadie Joe Tidwell, who earned Defensive Player of the Year for her outstanding performance.

Selections for the All-Conference Team were awarded based on final team standings, with the first-place team receiving three selections and each subsequent team receiving fewer:

Preston (1st Place) • Kristin Holuby

• Josi Cope

• Olivia Beaver — Eufaula (2nd Place) • Kate Pippenger

• Rayleigh Peterson

• Leah Green — Beggs (3rd Place) • Abigail Harmon

• Angel Aylor — Henryetta (4th Place) • Allie Davis

• Ailanee Hicks — Morris (5th Place) • Alli Guynes — Kellyville (6th Place)

• Mae Butler – The strong representation from Preston reflects the competitive spirit and high level of play seen throughout the 2025 spring season. Congratulations to all the athletes and coaches recognized for their accomplishments.

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H-Town Community Theatre announces cast, show dates
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H-Town Community Theatre is inviting audiences to experience a timely, thought-provoking new production later this month as the company presents “When We Get Good Again,” a compelling drama by James M...
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Pet Calendar Photo Contest kicks off
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Pet Calendar Photo Contest kicks off
November 15, 2025
The Okmulgee Times and the Henryetta Free-Lance are inviting pet lovers across the county to show off their favorite furry, feathered or scaly friends in the 2026 Pet Calendar Photo Contest. The highl...
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HPS campus improvements reviewed
November 14, 2025
The Henryetta Board of Education met for its regular monthly meeting Monday, as they worked through a full agenda that highlighted campus upgrades, financial standing, academic initiatives, upcoming e...
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HHS honors local veterans with annual program
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HHS honors local veterans with annual program
November 14, 2025
With heartfelt tributes, patriotic music and the proud participation of students from across the district, Henryetta Public Schools hosted its annual Veterans Day program Tuesday morning at Henryetta ...
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Students get free ride in fire engine
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Students get free ride in fire engine
November 14, 2025
A group of young artists in Henryetta received an unforgettable surprise this week after being named winners of the Okmulgee Times & Henryetta Free-Lance Halloween Art Contest - a special ride to scho...
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Family seeks community support after devastating house fire
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A Henryetta family is asking the community for support after a catastrophic early-morning house fire on Nov. 8 destroyed their home, belongings and vehicles - and left one family member injured while ...
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November 14, 2025
The 43rd annual Prairie Bell OHCE Christmas Bazaar & Craft Show will be held Saturday Nov. 22, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Morris High School Gym. Vendor Barbara Whitaker will be selling homemade pea...
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VFW, Oklahoma Works-Okmulgee Hold Folding Ceremony
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VFW Post 1189 Commander Ken Mott and Vice Commander Sam Richardson were at Oklahoma Works-Okmulgee this week, as the agency recognized Veterans Day with a folding ceremony. Pictured are members of the...
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November 14, 2025
Local academic teams will take the spotlight this Saturday, November 15, as the OSSAA Regional Academic Bowl tournaments get underway across the state. Several Okmulgee County schools - including Pres...
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American author of children’s books and young adult fiction books Daniel Pinkwater celebrates his birthdate as Nov. 15, 1941, in Memphis, Tenn.He was born to Jewish immigrant parents from Poland who m...
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