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Corporal punishment to be studied by House of Representatives
Columns & Opinion
Corporal punishment to be studied by House of Representatives
October 16, 2024
The season for legislative interim studies is quickly coming to an end. I would like to thank those lawmakers who have dedicated time and effort to ensuring that the studies which the Oklahoma Institu...
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Columns & Opinion
Forgive and Forget
October 16, 2024
1 Timothy 1:12-16 - “I give thanks to Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given me strength for my work. I thank him for considering me worthy and appointing me to serve him, even though in the past I spok...
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10 Years Ago (2014)
Columns & Opinion
10 Years Ago (2014)
October 16, 2024
During the four days the Traveling Vietnam Veterans Wall was in Henryetta, Mrs. Ernestine Dillard, renowned Oklahoma singer, made a special appearance. Giving those present the opportunity to hear the...
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Luther’s Neighborhood Oktoberfest Oct. 19 • 4-7 p.m.
Columns & Opinion
Luther’s Neighborhood Oktoberfest Oct. 19 • 4-7 p.m.
October 16, 2024
Trinity Lutheran Church of Okmulgee will hold its annual Luther’s Neighborhood Oktoberfest Saturday, Oct. 19, from 4-7 p.m. at the church, located at 1314 E. 6th Street. The event will feature kid’s g...
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American author of more than 225 romance novels written under her name
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American author of more than 225 romance novels written under her name
October 11, 2024
American author of more than 225 romance novels written under her name, Nora Roberts and three pen names J. D. Robb, Jill March and (in the U.K.) Sarah Hardesty was born on Oct. 10, 1950, in Silver Sp...
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Scared Spitless? Join the Crowd
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Scared Spitless? Join the Crowd
October 11, 2024
If there has ever been a time in my life when I feel like crawling under the bed with a blankie and lying there whimpering - it just might be now. Now, I really don’t see myself as a wimp, like a girl...
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National Newspaper Week
Columns & Opinion
National Newspaper Week
October 11, 2024
“We are the first line of defense for people to find out what’s going on.”This belief has guided me throughout my career, and it’s one that continues to drive everything we do here at the Okmulgee Tim...
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Donor-Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Give
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Donor-Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Give
October 11, 2024
You can find several ways to make charitable gifts - but if you’re looking for a method that can provide multiple tax benefits, along with an efficient platform for giving year after year, you might w...
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Bless the press on OK Newspaper Week
Columns & Opinion
Bless the press on OK Newspaper Week
October 11, 2024
It is impossible to count the number of times we stop each year to celebrate and commemorate special occasions.It happens every holiday, anniversary, birthday and graduation. We salute veterans, toast...
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For the Love of Cherries
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For the Love of Cherries
October 11, 2024
The marasca cherry is a small fruit that is said to grow with the best flavor only on the lands of coastal Croatia. While Croatia produces the most marasca cherries, Italy, Slovenia, southern Hungary ...
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Most homeschooled children thrive, but some use the law to hide abuse
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Most homeschooled children thrive, but some use the law to hide abuse
October 9, 2024
As a longtime advocate for children’s success, I have grown accustomed to conversations from multiple perspectives which shed light on aspects of policy.I have also been the target of frustration from...
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Humane Society to be present at Chili Festival
Columns & Opinion
Humane Society to be present at Chili Festival
October 9, 2024
The Okmulgee County Humane Society invites the public to join them at the Okmulgee 2024 Harvest Spoon Chili Festival this Saturday, Oct. 12, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please make plans to attend this fun...
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OICA partners with 4-H for Kid Governor
Columns & Opinion
OICA partners with 4-H for Kid Governor
October 2, 2024
Inspiring youth to engage in policy is an important facet of the mission undertaken by the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA).Through our more than four decades of work in creating awareness...
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Do you need to fear retirement?
Columns & Opinion
Do you need to fear retirement?
September 27, 2024
If you’re planning to retire in a few years, are you looking forward to it? Or are you somewhat apprehensive? Are you asking yourself: “What sort of retirement can I afford?”It’s a good question becau...
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Columns & Opinion
Indigenous Peoples Day is Oct. 14
September 27, 2024
A celebration of Native culture is planned once again on Monday, Oct. 14, on the square in downtown Okmulgee.The annual Indigenous Peoples Day will be held on the south lawn of Muscogee Council House ...
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Babies Behave Better Than Us
Columns & Opinion
Babies Behave Better Than Us
September 27, 2024
Two-month-old Lydia suddenly feels uncomfortable, so she begins twisting her little head back and forth, whimpering, and when that doesn’t bring her mom, she begins shifting her body around. According...
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Luther’s Oktoberfest returns Oct. 19
Columns & Opinion
Luther’s Oktoberfest returns Oct. 19
September 27, 2024
Discover Lutheran tradition at this year’s Oktoberfest. Everyone is invited to come to Luther’s Neighborhood Oktoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 4-7 p.m.Trinity Lutheran Church’s Oktoberfest is a c...
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A Matter of Pennies
Columns & Opinion
A Matter of Pennies
September 27, 2024
I pick up pennies. I don’t apologize for it, I delight in it. Pennies can amount to riches if used wisely.I remember reading an article once in which a not rich person was sharing an incident he once ...
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Let our senators know you support the Protecting America’s Children by Strengthening Families Act
Columns & Opinion
Let our senators know you support the Protecting America’s Children by Strengthening Families Act
September 25, 2024
While the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) primarily works with state policies, there are often federal issues which we try to engage our advocates in calling for better opportunities.One ...
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10 Years Ago (2014)
Columns & Opinion
10 Years Ago (2014)
September 25, 2024
The Henryetta Police Department and the DEA hosted a Take Back Day event at Henryetta Drug to safely dispose of unwanted prescription medications. This initiative aimed to prevent drug abuse and theft...
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Candidate filing period concludes
December 5, 2025
The three-day candidate filing period for local school boards and municipal offices in Okmulgee County officially closed Wednesday, setting the stage for a series of nonpartisan elections that will ta...
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Hallmark Christmas arrives
December 5, 2025
Henryetta is set to shine brighter than ever this Saturday, Dec. 6, as the community gathers for one of the most festive nights of the season - Henryetta Hallmark Christmas. From 4-9 p.m. at Gazebo Pa...
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HEF surprises teachers with nearly $20,000 in grants
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HEF surprises teachers with nearly $20,000 in grants
December 5, 2025
Henryetta Public Schools is celebrating an early Christmas this week, thanks to the extraordinary generosity and behind- the-scenes dedication of the Henryetta Education Foundation (HEF). In an announ...
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Nominations open for Henryettan of the Year
December 5, 2025
The Henryetta Free-Lance is calling for nominations for the coveted Henryettan of the Year award, honoring those who have dedicated their time, talent and efforts to make Henryetta a stronger, more vi...
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American Legion Post 103 added to National Register of Historic Places
December 5, 2025
A landmark of service, sacrifice and resilience in Okmulgee’s Black community has earned one of the nation’s highest historic honors.The Oklahoma Historical Society and the State Historic Preservation...
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