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Obituaries
July 25, 2025
Debbie Lynn Bliss

March 18, 1960 – July 21, 2025

Debbie Lynn Bliss was born March 18, 1960, in Henryetta to James and Alida (Woods) Baker. She passed away Monday, July 21, 2025, at her home in Dustin at the age of 65.

Debbie was a resident of the Dustin area most all of her life. She and Howard Bernard Bliss, Jr. were married November 14, 2010, in Okmulgee. Debbie worked in the healthcare field and enjoyed fishing, camping, working with crafts and taking care of her flower beds.

She is survived by her husband, Howard of the home; four sons, Jamie Baker of Okmulgee, Allen Baker of Okmulgee, Josh Dale Upton of Lawton and Damon Upton of Okmulgee; one brother, Jimbo Baker of Preston; one sister, Barbara Smith of Dustin and numerous grandchildren.

All arrangements were handled by Parks Brothers Funeral Home of Wetumka.

Dangerous cold expected across county, state
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Dangerous cold expected across county, state
January 23, 2026
A powerful winter storm is expected to impact Okmulgee County and much of Oklahoma beginning Friday, bringing a combination of snow, sleet, ice and dangerously cold temperatures that officials say cou...
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‘Seeds of Success’ to take root at Chamber Banquet
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‘Seeds of Success’ to take root at Chamber Banquet
January 23, 2026
The Henryetta Chamber of Commerce invites the community to gather, celebrate and look ahead, as the 2026 Henryetta Chamber Banquet blossoms later this winter.Set for Saturday, Feb. 21, at 6 p.m., the ...
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City Council advances projects
January 23, 2026
The Henryetta City Council met in regular session on Tuesday at the Henryetta Civic Center, approving a series of financial items, property actions, park usage requests and zoning changes, while also ...
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MN Council Rep. charged with four felony counts
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MN Council Rep. charged with four felony counts
January 23, 2026
A Muscogee Nation National Council representative has been charged with four felony counts stemming from allegations that she interfered with the official duties of fellow council members.Robyn Whitec...
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100 Years Ago (1926)
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100 Years Ago (1926)
January 23, 2026
• The body of an unidentified man was found wrapped in a brown paper bundle near the Henderson hotel road, with only a few cryptic clues - initials, dates and scraps of newspaper - offering any hint o...
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Absentee ballot request deadline nears for February elections
January 23, 2026
Voters planning to cast a ballot by mail in February elections are reminded that the deadline to request an absentee ballot is 5 p.m. Monday, Jan. 26, according to the Okmulgee County Election Board.S...
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UINO issues advisory to Tribal citizens amid immigration enforcement
January 23, 2026
United Indian Nations of Oklahoma (UINO) has issued an advisory urging Tribal citizens across the state to remain vigilant and to carry Tribal identification, along with any state- or federally issued...
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Democrats host U.S. Senate candidate
January 23, 2026
The Okmulgee County Democratic Party held its first monthly meeting of the year last Thursday, welcoming members and community guests and hosting U.S. Senate candidate Troy Green as the evening’s feat...
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Legislative leaders keep power brokers in place as they run for statewide office
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Legislative leaders keep power brokers in place as they run for statewide office
January 23, 2026
Call it the power of incumbency, but for a whole different office.With seven Republican members of the Oklahoma Legislature campaigning for statewide office, GOP leaders have kept those lawmakers in t...
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Henryetta Schools
January 23, 2026
Monday: Breakfast: Muffin Lunch: Hamburger, French Fries Tuesday: Breakfast: Sausage & Biscuit Lunch: Chicken Strips, French Fries Wednesday: Breakfast: Waffle Lunch: Turkey & Noodles, Rolls, Broccoli...
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The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage as requests from hospitals exceed the available supply of blood, leading to about a 35% drawdown of blood products in the past month. Individua...
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