The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) has announced awardees for Certified Healthy Oklahoma, a public health initiative recognizing organizations that implement best practices and policies th...

This report is a summary of key activities and does not include all activities completed by Emergency Management.--- Board of County Commissioners Meeting• Attended the regular meeting of the Board of...

Several Hillcrest facilities have been selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the 2025 Best Places to Work in Healthcare. Tulsa Spine & Specialty Hospital, Hillcrest Cushing, Hillcrest Henryetta, Hil...

Henryetta Lions Club members, including Lion Sherri Freeman and Lion Shirley, were busy last Friday and Saturday at the City of Henryetta Barn to kick off Cleanup Day. The Lions Club and other local o...

As Mother’s Day approaches, communities around the world are preparing to honor the women who have shaped our lives with their love, wisdom, and resilience. This special day, celebrated on the second ...

A display of patriotism, creativity and community support was on full display this spring as VFW Post 539 and its Auxiliary partnered with area schools to recognize young artists and support student o...

A special meeting of the Henryetta City Council will be held Friday at 12 noon in the Council Chambers, 115 S. 4th Street.The agenda includes a discussion and possible action on proposals by Alera Gro...

With summer around the corner, Henryetta’s Nichols Park is making waves - literally! A brand-new kayak rental option is now available for those looking to paddle into fun while staying cool on the 17-...

BENNETT BRINKMANNONDOCEditors Note: Early voting for the May 13 General Election is underway at the Okmulgee County Courthouse. Registered voters can cast their ballots until 6 p.m. today. On Tuesday,...

A city-wide cleanup is taking place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and 8-12 p.m. tomorrow. A City of Henryetta water bill will allow you to dump trash twice.The event will take place at the Public Works ...

A stirring ceremony in the small historic town of Grayson brought community members together last Saturday to honor veterans who have served their country, culminating in a special tribute to 99-year-...

This report is a summary of key activities and does not include all activities completed by Emergency Management.- Board of County Commissioners Meeting This week, Emergency Management attended the re...

After weeks of relentless rain, the Deep Fork River is swollen and muddy, inching ever higher and leaving a trail of damage and uncertainty across Okmulgee County. What began as a series of heavy spri...

In-person early voting starts Thursday for the upcoming Special General Election for Oklahoma State Senate District 8. There is also an election for a millage proposal for Green Country Technology Cen...

The Okmulgee County Board of County Commissioners met Monday morning in a regular session filled with public concerns, official proclamations and poststorm recovery updates. During the designated publ...

Each year, newly minted graduates proudly don their caps and gowns and walk across countless stages to receive their diplomas or degrees. Graduation is a proud moment for students, and that pride is s...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners met Monday to address a range of administrative, infrastructure and emergency management matters.Chairman Michael Wallace and Vice-Chairman Steve Ward were p...

A special meeting of the Henryetta Public School Board is set for Monday, May 5, at 8 a.m. at the Board of Education Office, 1600 W. Gentry.On the agenda are personnel matters, including:• Discussion ...

As proud families filled the gymnasium to celebrate the 8th-grade graduation ceremony at Schulter Public Schools, few could have anticipated the emotional moment that would come near the end of the ev...

Torrential rains have drenched Okmulgee County over the past two weeks, pushing rivers to flood stage and shutting down major roadways across the region. Emergency Management officials and school dist...