Robert Wayne Hinshaw

Obituaries

December 31, 2025

Robert Wayne Hinshaw, a resident of Okmulgee, passed away Sunday, December 28, 2025, in Okmulgee at the age of 71. He was born on January 21, 1954, in Okmulgee to William Robert Hinshaw and Mary Ruth Hinshaw. Viewing will be held from

January 21, 1954 – December 28, 2025

3-6 p.m. Thursday, January 1, 2026, at Integrity Funeral Service. Funeral services are scheduled for 11 a.m. Friday, January 2, 2026, at New Beginnings Church of God in Christ, located at 1019 S. Florida Ave. in Okmulgee, with Elder Jackie Jones officiating. Interment will follow at Okmulgee Cemetery with military honors provided by the United States Marine Corps. Services are under the care and direction of Integrity Funeral Service of Henryetta.

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County approves claims

January 28, 2026

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners convened for a regular meeting Monday morning, Jan. 26, at the Okmulgee County Courthouse, approving routine business items, employee matters and a right-of-...

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Thaw begins after historic winter storm

January 28, 2026

After days of relentless winter weather that blanketed Okmulgee County in snow, sleet, and dangerous cold, a gradual thaw is finally underway. Still, officials caution that winter is far from finished...

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FCC Food Pantry distribution is tomorrow

January 28, 2026

Henryetta’s First Christian Church will hold a food pantry distribution tomorrow, Jan. 29, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church, located at 412 N. 5th Street (5th & Cummings) in Henryetta.No personal ...

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Henryetta First Presbyterian added to NRHP

January 28, 2026

The Oklahoma Historical Society and State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) are pleased to announce the designation of Henryetta’s First Presbyterian Church to the National Register of Historic Plac...

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DHS students selected for NHS

January 28, 2026

Dewar High School has announced the names of students who have been accepted for induction into the National Honor Society, one of the nation’s most respected academic organizations recognizing excell...

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‘Annie’ to hit stage soon

January 28, 2026

H-Town Theatre prepares to raise the curtain on its 2026 musical production of Annie, promising four performances, a festive Valentine’s Weekend atmosphere and a full community effort behind the scene...

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It Isn’t Too Late Until It Is

January 28, 2026

Matthew 27:3-4 - When Judas, his betrayer, saw that he was condemned, he repented and brought back the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and the elders, saying, “I have sinned in betraying ...

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What did Jesus mean when he said the Holy Spirit will tell you things to come?

January 28, 2026

“The Holy Spirit tells you stuff before it happens,” says Sawyer, 8. “He told my mom that Grandma was coming over, and then she showed up with cookies.”Now that’s a spiritual gift I’d like to have: th...

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Native Americans getting swept up by ICE

January 28, 2026

As Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity surges nationwide under President Donald Trump’s mass deportation campaign, some Native Americans have been detained alongside immigrants.And while Repu...

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Patrons Bank Invitational tips off with dominant performances from Allen, Wewoka

January 28, 2026

The opening rounds of the Patrons Bank Tournament got underway Jan. 21 in Preston, with area teams delivering decisive performances and setting the tone early in the week-long event.Behind balanced sc...

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Lady Eagles drop pair of tourney losses

January 28, 2026

Morris falls to Red Oak in opener The Morris Lady Eagles opened play at the Patrons Bank Tournament with a tough matchup against a fast-paced Red Oak squad, falling 72-29 in their opening-round contes...