Major Shakeup at Beggs City Hall

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May 2, 2025

By PATRICK FORD Editor,

A wave of sudden leadership changes has sent ripples through the City of Beggs after a special City Council meeting Monday evening, April 28, called by newly elected Mayor Roger Merrill, led to the termination of the city’s police chief and longtime attorney - and left citizens with more questions than answers.

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Dewar Holds Walk & Roll to School Day

May 14, 2025

Dewar Public Schools participated in the annual Walk & Roll to School Day last Wednesday, May 7. This annual event involves communities from across the country (and globe) walking and rolling to schoo...

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Times to hold Ugly Recliner Contest

May 14, 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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Certified Healthy Oklahoma awardees announced

May 14, 2025

The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) has announced awardees for Certified Healthy Oklahoma, a public health initiative recognizing organizations that implement best practices and policies th...

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OCEM Report

May 14, 2025

This report is a summary of key activities and does not include all activities completed by Emergency Management.--- Board of County Commissioners Meeting• Attended the regular meeting of the Board of...

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Hillcrest honored among Best Places to Work in Healthcare

May 14, 2025

Several Hillcrest facilities have been selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the 2025 Best Places to Work in Healthcare. Tulsa Spine & Specialty Hospital, Hillcrest Cushing, Hillcrest Henryetta, Hil...

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Lions Club Aids in Cleanup Efforts

May 14, 2025

Henryetta Lions Club members, including Lion Sherri Freeman and Lion Shirley, were busy last Friday and Saturday at the City of Henryetta Barn to kick off Cleanup Day. The Lions Club and other local o...

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Over two dozen inmates graduate from Prison Divinity Program

May 14, 2025

Commencement ceremonies are taking place across the state, but this one marks a historic first.Four years ago, Oklahoma Baptist University partnered with the Oklahoma Department of Corrections to laun...

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County approves key agreements

May 14, 2025

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners convened for their regular meeting Monday, addressing a packed agenda that included agreements, bids and discussions regarding ongoing emergency management e...

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The benefits of music education

May 14, 2025

A classroom can be a formative space for children. In a healthy classroom environment, children can discover passions for a wide range of interests, including music.Music education is a vital componen...

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May 14, 2025

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Correction:

May 14, 2025

In the Wednesday, May 7, edition of the Henryetta Free-Lance, Christa Johnson was incorrectly named as Dr. Leslie Johnson of CREOKS in the County Commissioners article. Christa Johnson is actually the...