Governor J. Kevin Stitt called a special election to fill a vacancy in the office of Okmulgee County Commissioner District Three, Okmulgee County Election Board Secretary Ashley Carnes said today. The...

Henryetta Chamber of Commerce approved $1,775 for two concrete slabs to be installed at the Jim Shoulders Living Legenda Arena for portable toilet locations. “This will provide more convenience for vi...

Henryetta residents Jim Kidwell Sr., left, and son Jimmy Kidwell Jr. recently caught a 60-pound catfish from Jim Hall Lake. The pair were thrilled to make such a gigantic catch from the waters of Henr...

Joy In Life Ministries of Henryetta continues to seek donations for their Community and Warehouse Fundraiser. On June 11, Henryetta Free-Lance partnered with Joy In Life to host a taco fundraiser in w...

Henryetta Labor Day Committee will host a meeting today-Wednesday, June 23 in order to discuss games and activities for this year’s Labor Day celebration. Volunteers or anyone interested in helping or...

Wednesday, June 23 – Chicken and Rice Casserole, glazed Carrots, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Fresh Sliced Bread, Cherry Delight and milk Thursday, June 24 – Roast Beef, mashed Potatoes with gravy, green...

OKMULGEE – In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Cherokee Nation Career Services began developing programs for dislocated workers by offering training in different trades. After the success of the...

The Oklahoma Tax Commission recently released city sales tax collection figures that primarily represents local tax receipts from April business. The monies they reported this period represent sales f...

Tayler Lee of Henryetta earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Rogers State University (RSU) during the 109th commencement ceremonies held in May. Lee was among 600 other graduates who earned degree...

June 7 4:08 a.m. – Suspicious Person/Vehicle – 13000 block of Heather St. – RP advised someone was shining a light into the house. Her stepdad saw two people outside and he went outside to check. He d...

June 7 8:53 a.m. – 911 other Emergency – Fountain View Manor – Female caller advised EMS is enroute and Okmulgee County advised. Need FD to come also for a sick male patient. Advised FD. Engine 2 enro...

Henryetta Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 539 partnered with Red Cross to host a Blood Drive at City Hall on Wednesday. Post 539 Vice Commander Hugh “Rooster” Jackson organized the event. Donors w...

Henryetta Municipal Authority (HMA) approved Consent Agenda items consisting of financial reports, minutes of a meeting and claims for the month of May during their regular meeting on Tuesday evening....

Dewar Public Works Authority (PWA) received approval for a $1,637,000 loan Tuesday from the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) to improve their wastewater infrastructure. Construction of upgrades a...

Henryetta City Council approved proceeding with new water line replacement on the east end of Trudgeon and Main streets with a Henryetta Economic Development Authority (HEDA) approved $398,253.30 reim...

Ava Kerby, above, daughter of Mark and Natalie Kerby of Henryetta, enjoyed Henryetta’s Summer Cruise Knight on June 12. A bounce house was provided for children. It was reported by city officials and ...

Henryetta Economic Development Authority (HEDA) approved funding water distribution improvements for the City of Henryetta totaling $398,253.30 on the east end of Trudgeon and Main streets near the Qu...

New Henryetta Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Ron Richmond, standing, center, was the guest speaker during a recent meeting of the Henryetta Lions Club. Richmond discussed goals and plans for t...

Henryetta Board of Education approved two resignations during their regular meeting on Monday evening. Resignations were received from Ashley Corn, second grade teacher and Monica Brown, middle school...

James’ Place, formerly Marvin’s Place, west of Henryetta, will host a Grand Opening on Friday, June 18 starting at 6 p.m. Business owners, James and Jennifer Watson, announced Riders Ford will be the ...