Henryetta’s new state-of-the-art tornado sirens are being installed at McCutcheon Park, Nichols Park and across from Casey’s on the westside, thanks to a grant. Councilman Vernon VanMeter shared photo...

State Rep. Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, secured committee approval last week for legislation that would allow certain ivermectin products intended for human use to be sold over the counter in Oklahoma...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners navigated a full agenda Monday morning, approving routine business while also addressing equipment replacement plans, emergency management operations during ...

Gubernatorial candidate Jake Merrick and lieutenant governor candidate JJ Humphrey addressed supporters during a recent campaign stop, outlining their positions on government oversight, education, pro...

A lifetime of service to country, community and fellow veterans was recognized Saturday evening as Tricia Bear was announced as the 2025 Henryettan of the Year during the Henryetta Chamber of Commerce...

Henryetta Public Schools Superintendent Jason Price used halftime festivities during recent Henryetta High School basketball games to recognize the many individuals who played a role in the district’s...

The Henryetta Chamber of Commerce invites the community to gather, celebrate and look ahead, as the 2026 Henryetta Chamber Banquet will be held this Saturday at 6 p.m. High School, bringing together l...

The Henryetta City Council met in regular session Tuesday evening at the Civic Center, conducting a full agenda that included financial approvals, economic development incentives, tourism and recreati...

A Henryetta High School student is gaining recognition both inside and outside the show ring, as Andrea Smith continues to build an impressive resume of agricultural achievement and leadership.Andrea ...

Okmulgee County officials received statewide recognition this week during the Oklahoma Emergency Management Association (OEMA) Conference Awards Luncheon in Oklahoma City, where the Okmulgee County Bo...

Okmulgee County Emergency Management (OCEM) is pleased to announce that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has officially funded the Okmulgee County Outdoor Warning Siren Project.The award...

Leadership from the Henryetta Chamber of Commerce spent time this week connecting with fellow community members after being invited to speak at the weekly meeting of the Henryetta Lions Club.Director ...

Okmulgee County Election Board Secretary Ashley Carnes reminds voters that the deadline to change political party affiliation is March 31.Oklahomans wishing to change their party affiliation may do so...

A range of routine county business, financial approvals and property-related discussions highlighted a recent meeting of the Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners, as officials worked through an agen...

Voters across Okmulgee County went to the polls Tuesday, Feb. 10, deciding a municipal race in the City of Okmulgee and approving two school bond issues that will fund major improvements for local stu...

From campus safety improvements to postseason athletics and financial planning, the Henryetta Board of Education covered a wide range of district business during its regular meeting Monday evening, Fe...

There’s a sense of excitement in the air at Henryetta High School as the curtain prepares to rise on one of the most beloved musicals of all time.After months of rehearsals, choreography, set work and...

A video circulating on social media showing a Henryetta police officer arresting a suspect in a gas station parking lot over the weekend has drawn public attention, prompting a response from Henryetta...

Denise Frost and Tammy Shoemaker of the Okmulgee Times and Henryetta Free-Lance present a check for $1,559 to OKCO Humane Society Board President Aimee Robinson, Executive Board Members and Treasurer ...

An Okmulgee man is facing multiple felony charges after a standoff with law enforcement on Feb. 5 left two Okmulgee County deputies wounded and prompted a large multi-agency response in the 600 block ...