A tense and at times emotional special meeting of the Henryetta Public Schools Board of Education Wednesday morning turned into a nearly hour-long discussion centered on district finances, transparenc...

The Oklahoma State University Extension Office in Okmulgee County has welcomed a familiar face in a new leadership role. Jake Kell, a lifelong resident of the county and graduate of Morris High School...

A lifetime of dedication and service was honored Friday at Henryetta City Hall as family members, city leaders, community members and fellow Lions gathered for a proclamation ceremony in memory of the...

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and one of the symbols of this movement is the pinwheel. Last Friday, agencies, supporters, court officials and the many volunteers help plant pinwheels on the la...

Henryetta VFW Post 539 honored Jennifer Munholland with a special plaque of appreciation for her years of outstanding support and service to local veterans. The presentation, made by VFW Commander Bil...

E Street and Industry Rd. were closed earlier this week as city crews were installing a new tinhorn improving drainage and widening around that corner. Further east, work was being done on power poles...

The Okmulgee County Commissioners met Monday morning for their regular meeting, marked by both a significant personnel milestone and a united stand against child abuse in the community.Before the meet...

The curtains have officially closed on H-Town Theatre’s high-octane, heart-filled production of Through the Decades, and what a finale it was.Held March 29 and 30 at the Alice Ghostley Auditorium, thi...

Voters across Okmulgee County went to the polls on April 1, to decide a slate of local, municipal, and school board races as well as a key state Senate seat. Unofficial results released early Wednesda...

A powerful storm system that swept across Okmulgee County late Saturday night into early Sunday morning produced at least two confirmed tornadoes, both rated EF-0 by the National Weather Service. Whil...

The Frontier Kids, a local youth group that meets at the Henryetta VFW throughout the year, recently returned from an unforgettable educational journey to Washington, D.C.Thanks to months of fundraisi...

The Henryetta Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2025 City Council Candidate Forum at Henryetta City Hall on Tuesday, March 25. Shawn Buzan and Tristan Demmitt are both running for the At Large seat while...

Federal and local authorities are asking for the public’s help in identifying the individual or individuals responsible for a deadly residential arson fire that occurred in Henryetta on Feb. 10, 2025....

McIntosh County escaped the horrific wind and fire damage that devastated several communities in other areas of the state Friday, March 14.Leslie Phillips, McIntosh County Emergency Management directo...

The Henryetta City Council convened for its regular meeting on Tuesday, March 18, discussing a range of municipal matters, including financial approvals, city management updates, and abatement proceed...

High winds and dry conditions fueled devastating wildfires across Oklahoma on Friday, burning nearly 170,000 acres and destroying hundreds of structures. Communities from Stillwater to Mannford were l...

When you sit down with Okmulgee County Sheriff Eddy Rice, one thing is immediately clear - this is a man who values integrity, service, and staying true to his principles. With nearly three decades in...

Rep. Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, passed a bill in the House Monday that would require child sex offenders to undergo chemical castration before they would be eligible for parole.House Bill 2422 is fa...

Jordyn Miller of Henryetta High School, a member of the HHS wrestling team, is the latest senior to be named Luv Ford’s Athlete of the Week. Joining him is Coach Kaleb Stone.

Henryetta’s own Dr. Susan Graham has been named Henryettan of the Year, a well-deserved honor recognizing her unwavering commitment to healthcare, youth mentorship and community service.The award has ...