So, what have you come here today to do? That is the question on my mind today. Or maybe we could ask it this way: Have you come here today to do anything? I mean the pronoun very intentionally. I try...

A surprise 50th wedding anniversary party was held for Jerry and D’Ann Simons, former Henryetta residents, at The Lodge on Main Street in Henryetta on Oct. 16. The Simons’ anniversary was Oct. 15. Eve...

Eight family members of Phyllis Chaney, a Henryetta resident, hosted a family reunion at Disney World in October. Ranging in age from 21 to 78, they had a fabulous time. The trip had been postponed fo...

WARNING FOR COUNTERFEIT MONEY Henryetta Police Department has issued a warning to area residents to be on the alert for counterfeit twenty dollar bills. Greg Allen, Henryetta Police Detective, said so...

  “Heaven is probably so stunning that it makes your eyes all watery. I also think heaven has everything you can dream of,” says Alison, 9. Have you ever known tears of joy from hearing an operatic te...

The Epiphany of the Lord – Year A Dromedaries. Magi. Sheba. Median. Ephah. Camels. These are not exactly typically things, places and experiences in twenty-first century Oklahoma. Yet they show up in ...

(©Family Features) Regardless of your motivation, opting for meatless meals regularly provides plenty of benefits that extend from the health of you and your loved ones to your wallet and the environm...

Jan. 12 NARFE Meeting National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE) Chapter 730 announced their first monthly meeting for the new year will be held on Thursday, Jan. 12 at Shoney’s...

HENRYETTA PUBLIC SCHOOLS BREAKFAST Thursday, Jan. 12 – Sausage and biscuit, fruits galore and milk. Friday, Jan. 13 – Cereal, toast and jelly, fruits galore and milk. Monday, Jan. 16 – No school. Tues...

R/C Aviators Meeting Henryetta R/C Aviators will host their monthly meeting on Saturday, Jan. 7 at 10 a.m. Anyone who is interested in the remote-control hobby is encouraged and welcome to attend. The...

An infant was badly burned Thursday evening in an accident with a deep fat fryer. Isaiah Hart, seven month old son of Kristy Hart, was said to be in stable but critical condition in the Alexander Burn...

Folks, I’ve been told confession is good for the soul. So here goes! I have been talking to myself! It must be, as it sounds like my voice. And, no one lives in this apartment here at the retirement v...

“I think heaven is at least one million times better than the best cruise in the world!” says Zachary, 9. Deep in our hearts, we know there’s a perfect place. Everyone has a sense of beauty and a long...

New Year’s Adam Lock-In Henryetta Church of the Nazarene will host a New Year’s Adam Lock-In on Friday, Dec. 30 for area 6th through 12th grade students. The lock-in will be held from 9 p.m. to 7 p.m....

American Exchange Bank (AEB) in Henryetta hosted their annual Cookies with Santa event last Thursday afternoon. Donned in his festive attire, Santa, Marcus Whitworth, performed a variety of holiday tu...

Books transport people to different times, provide a sense of escapism and introduce readers to different schools of thought. Individuals may read for pleasure and/or to expand their intellectual hori...

Part 1 of 3 “I think I would have my own room and not with my brother,” says Danielle, 7. Danielle, if you did share a room with your brother, you’ll like the resurrection version of him. “Well, heave...

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God – Year A It might come as a surprise to you that in this short and tranquil gospel which we just heard, Mary shows us how to deal with tragedy in our lives. The releva...

Nativity of the Lord – Year A What are we celebrating? Why is everything still so messed up? What impact does what we’re celebrating have on your life and mine right now, tonight? And how should we re...