Henryetta resident Lydia Harrison, a 2018 Home School graduate, recently received the Dr. Kennamer Academic Scholarship from the 3 Rivers Limbhanger’s Regional Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Fede...

When the new school year begins this fall, there is bound to be lots of excitement, but also some nerves for both students and their parents. Whether children and young people are returning to the sam...

Second Baptist Church We, at Second Baptist Church, are excited about God’s work in people’s lives. After a week of Vacation Bible School, we have eight church members getting ready to go to St. Louis...

This Sunday, July 15, 2018, is the SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY The readings for this Sunday are: Genesis 2:7–17, Romans 6:19–23 and Mark 8:1–9 Jesus Restores Paradise and Feeds Us Freely In the Garde...

DEAR ABBY: My brother-in-law "Charles" has earned the privilege of being buried in a military cemetery. He lost his wife, "Claire," to cancer 10 years ago; she is buried in their plot in the military ...

Paul Rudd takes up the mantle of Ant-Man, and Scott Lang, once again in Marvel’s latest film. Ant-Man and the Wasp. The story picks up right after Captain America: Civil War and before Avengers: Age o...

It’s National French Fry Day! A good fry can be hard to find unless you are at home making it yourself. Too many times I have gotten fries that are soggy or even the opposite and so crunchy they are h...

Outgoing Henryetta Lions Club President Tara Matthews presented the Cub of the Year Award to member Ashley Morris at the club’s regular meeting on Tuesday.

Nurse Deborah discovered me there in the polio ward. How, I’m not sure. She wasn’t assigned to my care. I’m glad she came. One night, finishing her shift, Nurse Deborah checked in on me. The visit lau...

Hundreds of spectators from around the area enjoyed a magnificent array of fireworks Saturday, July 7, at Nichols Park. The event is hosted by Hwy. 62 Fireworks and Main Street Bowl. Both businesses a...

Seventh-day Adventist Churches Okmulgee SDA Church, on Hwy. 62 between Morris and Okmulgee Maranatha SDA Church, 1213 East Chicago, Okmulgee For the next two weeks, July 13-21, There will be no servic...

July 11 Woody Guthrie Folk Festival The 21st Annual Woody Guthrie Folk Festival will be held from July 11-15 in Okemah. For more information visit www.WoodyFest.com. July 12 NARFE to Meet The National...

FAMILY FEATURES Flavorful foods and cold drinks are the focal points of just about any summer gathering. Create a party atmosphere that can stand out by adding a bit of island infusion to both bites a...

Remedial pain. My polio therapists dished it out with patience and skill. Wisdom sayings from across the globe snag our attention when we pause to listen. Some sayings coach us on avoiding pain, other...

Ocean’s 8 proves that a witty, vibrant all-female cast can surpass that of a well built franchise if the characters are handled properly and the plot doesn’t become too overbearing. Debbie Ocean (Sand...

DEAR ABBY: I have never been married. I've been perceived as a "playboy" for many years now. I don't mean to be, but when I sense the potential for a passionate romantic encounter with flowers, candy,...

This Sunday, July 8, 2018, is the SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY The readings for this Sunday are Exodus 20:1–17, Romans 6:(1–2) 3–11, andMatthew 5:(17–19) 20–26 Our Only Hope Is in Christ’s Righteousness...

Okmulgee SDA Church, on Hwy. 62 between Morris and Okmulgee Maranatha SDA Church, 1213 East Chicago Okmulgee, Oklahoma 74447 We invite you to join us at any of our services. Bible study, July 7, 9:30 ...

Ok it was requested so I am taking it on-the GRILL! Who doesn’t love a good grilled hamburger or steak? A piece of meat grilled correctly is a work of art. The flavor, the texture, the smell, and the ...

July 4 Fireworks and Festivities The City of Okmulgee will be holding their Independence Day festivities at 7:00 p.m., with fireworks taking off at 9:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 4, at the YMCA Municipal ...