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April 23, 2025
Patricia Lynn Justiss

August 12, 1950 – April 15, 2025

Patricia Lynn Justiss, affectionately known as Trisha, passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at her home in Little Elm, Texas. She was born on August 12, 1950, in Henryetta to Alvin and Margie Coleman. Trisha lived a life rooted in family, faith, and the joy of learning. A memorial service celebrating Trisha’s life will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Rogers Funeral Home Chapel, 1302 W. Main St. in Henryetta.

Luv Ford Athlete of the Week
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Luv Ford Athlete of the Week
By Patrick Ford 
May 21, 2025
Jayden Herring of  Preston High School,  and one of  their outstanding baseball players, is the Luv Ford Athlete of the Week. He is pictured with Coach Ryan Hudson, and Missy Nash of Luv Ford, present...
Storms slam county
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Storms slam county
May 21, 2025
Okmulgee County residents endured a terrifying Monday afternoon as a fast-moving system of severe thunderstorms carved a destructive path across eastern Oklahoma. The storm front brought high winds, l...
Gubernatorial Candidate Visits Newspaper
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Gubernatorial Candidate Visits Newspaper
May 21, 2025
Mike Mazzei, right, who has announced his candidacy for Oklahoma governor, stopped by the newspaper office on his way to Henryetta Tuesday morning to visit with city and business leaders. Escorting Ma...
Honoring the Fallen
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Honoring the Fallen
May 21, 2025
As Memorial Day approaches, the Henryetta community is coming together to ensure that the sacrifices of fallen military heroes are honored with dignity, respect and solemn remembrance. The Veterans of...
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County approves grant project management change
May 21, 2025
The Okmulgee County Board of County Commissioners held its regular meeting on Monday, moving swiftly through a range of county business.--- CREOKS to oversee opioid abatement grant project management ...
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Free-Lance’s Ugly Recliner Contest underway
May 21, 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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Henryetta banker graduates from OBA academy
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Henryetta banker graduates from OBA academy
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Kenny Wilson, with Patrons Bank in Henryetta, graduated from the Oklahoma Bankers Association’s 202425 Emerging Leaders Academy at the OBA’s 128th Convention on Tuesday, May 13, at the Skirvin Hilton ...
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An Okmulgee man has pleaded guilty in federal court to stalking charges stemming from a case that spanned nearly two years, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma announced.Ga...
Many moving parts still remain with state budget
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Many moving parts still remain with state budget
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Gov. Kevin Stitt and legislative leaders have announced an agreement for the key elements to the Fiscal Year 2026 state budget.The plan for the estimated $12.6 billion budget includes an income tax cu...
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