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Wilson celebrates Homecoming with victory, royal coronation
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October 29, 2025
Wilson celebrates Homecoming with victory, royal coronation

The stands were full and spirits were high on Friday, Oct. 17, as the Wilson Tigers hosted their annual Homecoming celebration – capped off by a dominating shutout victory over the Arkoma Mustangs.

Before the opening kickoff, fans gathered to honor the 2025 Wilson Tigers Homecoming Court in a festive pregame ceremony filled with school pride and tradition. After the court was introduced, Kayla McCracken was crowned Homecoming Queen and Aiden Barnard received the title of Homecoming King, drawing cheers from classmates, family and community supporters.

The full 2025 Wilson Tigers Homecoming Court proudly represented a wide range of student organizations and activities: • Student Council: Aiden Barnard & Abby Neep

• Basketball: Bo Williams & Jaslene Proctor

• Cross Country: Chase Hicks & Allie Thompson

• Track: Alec Ganote & Reese Herring

• Robotics: Andrew Wilson & Kaylee Earhart

• Football/Cheer: Colton Morrow & Ashley Palloc

• Wrestling: Ethan Carney & Macy Dobson

• Softball/Baseball: Zechariah Tecumseh & Riley McCall

• Academic Team: C.J. Huffman & Ellie Woods

• E-Sports: Caleb Edwards & Jaslene Pineda

• FFA: CJ McElhannon & Kayla McCracken

• National Honor Society (NHS): Talan Dobson & Rachael Dunn

• Weightlifting: Adrian Webb & Lairen Neely Adding extra charm to the presentation were the youngest honorees of the evening – Flower Girl Ne’hemiah Walters and Ring Bearer Cooper West.

With royalty crowned and excitement in the air, the Tigers stormed onto the field and delivered one of their strongest performances of the season, defeating Arkoma in a 46-0 shutout to make Homecoming night even sweeter.

The school community now looks ahead with pride and momentum as the Tigers continue their season.

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Federal changes ripple down to county programs
March 20, 2026
In rural Oklahoma, for small towns like Okmulgee, a housing program isn’t just about building homes.It’s about keeping families in place, keeping jobs local and keeping communities intact.When one of ...
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Wright honored as Veteran of the Week
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Wright honored as Veteran of the Week
March 20, 2026
Maj. Gen. Tony L. Wright was recognized as the Veteran of the Week on Monday by the Oklahoma House of Representatives.Wright is a constituent of House Tribal and External Affairs Leader Rep. Scott Fet...
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Focus Magazine Available
March 20, 2026
The Henryetta Free-Lance is proud to announce its annual Focus Magazine is now available. This year’s magazine, released in last Friday’s edition, highlights several of the many bright people and orga...
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Filing period begins April 1
March 20, 2026
Statewide election activity officially begins at 8 a.m. Wednesday, April 1, when the candidate filing period opens.Candidates for state offices file with the Secretary of State Election Board, while c...
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Courthouse Offices, Restrooms Remodeled
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Courthouse Offices, Restrooms Remodeled
March 20, 2026
The remodeling project that has completely revamped the Okmulgee County Courthouse is almost wrapped up. Visitors to the building can now access updated, ADA-compliant bathroom facilities for both men...
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Genealogical Society invites community
March 20, 2026
Residents interested in learning more about their family history are invited to connect with the Okmulgee County Genealogy Society, a local organization dedicated to helping people uncover their past....
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Okmulgee County Sharks debut new look as season begins
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Okmulgee County Sharks debut new look as season begins
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Under the late afternoon sun, the Okmul‑gee County Sharks gathered on the field for practice, their new black and blue uniforms catching the light as players stretched, laughed and prepared to take th...
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100 Years Ago (1926)
March 20, 2026
• Okmulgee Coun‑ty Republicans held a well‑attended conven‑tion at the Belmont Ho‑tel, electing a new county chairman and adopting resolutions supporting national and state par‑ty leaders. Committees ...
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JH powerlifters shine at State
March 20, 2026
A deep and competitive group of Okmulgee County seventh and eighth grade powerlifters took the platform at the state meet in El Reno, turning in solid performances across multiple weight classes and c...
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Morris Athletes Sign College Letters
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Morris Athletes Sign College Letters
March 20, 2026
Congratulations to Morris High School’s Jaret West and Isaiah Taylor, who each signed to continue their football careers on scholarship. Jaret signed with McPherson College and Isaiah signed with Nort...
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