Taryn Dixon of Okemah was named to the dean’s list for the spring 2024 semester at Washington University in St. Louis. Dixon is enrolled in the College of Arts & Sciences.To qualify for the Dean’s Lis...

A huge shout out to our guest speakers at the July 2024 monthly Okmulgee County Democratic Party. As you know, we are all about education, information and involvement in our community. Hearing from co...

The board and staff of Okmulgee- Okfuskee County Youth Services would like to thank their sponsors for the OOYCS holding Line-Dancing Competition and Showcase held July 20 at the Okmulgee High School ...

It’s almost “bonus monarch” time in Oklahoma.Scientists say it’s time for monarch taggers to order their sticky stocks and ready their catch nets and for avid observers to fire up their apps to burn u...

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma announced that Wanda Kay Friday, age 53, of Peggs, was sentenced to 36 months in prison for Voluntary Manslaughter in Indian Co...

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma announces that Andrea Dawn Winsett, age 34, of Park Hill, was sentenced to 24 months imprisonment for Possession with Intent to...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Your feelings this week may not be entirely trustworthy, Aries. You could end up worrying for nothing, and being pulled into difficult situationsfor the wrong reasons. TAURUS – A...

Monday morning’s meeting of the Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners was marked by the recognition of Beggs Councilwoman Cindy Hubbell for her community service, specifically her efforts in resolvin...

Patrons Bank is excited to announce a community backpack drive to support local public schools. The public is invited to donate a new backpack at any Patrons Bank location, and for every backpack dona...

Two individuals from Florida were arrested early morning on July 13, near Henryetta following a routine traffic stop that uncovered a significant quantity of illegal substances. A Henryetta police off...

The community recently celebrated the most class of graduates during the GED Graduation Ceremony held July 11 on the campus of OSUIT.The program, sponsored by Oklahoma State University Institute of Te...

This summary highlights the key activities and updates from the past week, demonstrating ongoing efforts to manage and mitigate emergencies, coordinate recovery efforts, and ensure the safety and well...

The Henryetta Historical Society is excited to announce gifts from the local chapters of the Lions Club and Rotary Club. Both groups held a recent “Show Down Throw Down” kickball game at Nichols Park,...

Okmulgee County District 2 Commissioner David Walker is shown with employees of District 2, as they were recognized for their service to the county and received a stipend for longevity service. Employ...

There comes a time in our lives when parents or grandparents become more than we can handle. Sad but one of life’s situations that we pray never happens to us.Oklahoma Department of Veteran Affairs ha...

The Anne Roberts People’s Choice Award celebrates an individual and an organization serving youth in our state. It is named for the longest serving executive director for the Oklahoma Institute for Ch...

“By trying we can easily learn to endure adversity - another man’s, I mean,” wrote Mark Twain.If you’re reduced to human resources, there’s wisdom as well as wit in Twain’s quip. Severe personal adver...

Matthew 24:44 - “So then, you also must always be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you are not expecting him.” What happens when unexpected guests arrive at your home? Does ever...

Members of Okmulgee County 4-H groups were excited to participate in hands-on activities at the 4-H Is for the Birds camp last week, hosted by the Oklahoma State University STEM Team on Tuesday. The s...

Grace Pollard, a student at Henryetta High School, was a crowd favorite Saturday at the Woody Guthrie Festival in Okemah. Grace, who took the kids stage second in the line up, sang two songs while pla...