Lady Pirates Fall to Quinton, 56-21

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December 5, 2025

The Preston Lady Pirates (0-3) are still seeking their first win of the season after Tuesday night’s loss to Quinton. The Lady Pirates will travel to Henryetta Friday to take on the county rival Lady Knights. Above, Preston’s Roylisa Davis (25) pushes the ball up the floor while being pressured by a Quinton defender during first-half action. Below, Emma Savage (2) rises for a baseline jumper as Quinton’s defense closes in during Tuesday night’s matchup in Preston.

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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

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)

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

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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Red Cross blood supply drops 35%

January 23, 2026

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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HOROSCOPES

January 23, 2026

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Your attention is focused on finances and deeper connections, Aries. This is the week to speak honestly about budgets, debts or your investments with a partner.TAURUS – Apr 21/Ma...