November 1, 1945 - June 12, 2025Shirley Jean Brown, 79, a resident of Weleetka, passed away Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Henryetta. Shirley was born Thursday, November 1, 1945, in Chickasaw to Beedie a...

March 26, 1947 - June 16, 2025Andrew “Andy” Bealko III, a resident of Henryetta, passed away on June 16, 2025, at the age of 78. He was born March 26, 1947, in Uniontown, Penn. to the late Andrew Beal...

August 9, 1934 - June 9, 2025Dorothy Whitfield, of Broken Arrow, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Monday, June 9, 2025, at the age of 90.Born on August 9, 1934, in Henryett...

November 6, 1932 - June 17, 2025Services are pending for Eugene F. Harjo, 92, of Henryetta, with Integrity Funeral Service. He passed away Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Henryetta.

August 18, 1948 - June 18, 2025Services are pending for Jean Ann Jones, 76, of Schulter, with Integrity Funeral Service. She passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2025, in Tulsa.

June 17, 2025Thomas Wilson, a resident of the Hoffman Community, died June 17, 2025, in Hoffman, at the age of 83. Thomas retired as an electrician and was a veteran serving in the U.S. Navy. A memori...

The Okmulgee County Sheriff ’s Office (OCSO) is actively investigating an attempted cattle theft that occurred recently in the Twin Hills area. According to Sheriff Eddy Rice, unknown suspects cut thr...

David White of Okmulgee has been named the recipient of this year’s Oklahoma Pecan Grower Award, an honor recognizing individuals who show continued interest, effort and unselfish cooperation in suppo...

Perhaps you’ve heard the expression: “Life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans.” It’s certainly true about an unexpected job loss. And it may cause stress over your financial situation...

Novelist and screenwriter Robert Crais celebrates his birth date on June 20, 1953, in Baton Rouge, La.Robert was adopted and raised as an only child. He grew up in a family of oil refinery workers and...

The streets of Henryetta rumbled with horsepower earlier this month as competitors in the 2025 Rocky Mountain Race Week made a crucial stop in town during their 8-day cross-country racing adventure. T...

Okmulgee County Emergency Management is closely monitoring rising water levels along the Deep Fork River, as the river is forecast to crest at 23 feet near Webster Road by Saturday, signaling the pote...

As food insecurity grows and grocery prices climb, Oklahoma State University Extension encourages the public to reduce food waste.Household food waste represents between 30% to 40% of all food waste g...

With at least five declared candidates jumping into Oklahoma’s Republican gubernatorial primary, and more likely to announce, public support for anyone in the flooded field from the state’s congressio...

12:56 a.m. - Hwy 75 - RP advised someone was shooting out the window of their truck.1:39 p.m. - 1500 Block W. Seneca St. - RP advised of a possible overdose.3:59 p.m. - Hwy 16 & N. 240 Rd. - RP advise...

9:34 a.m. - Main St. - Traffic Stop11:45 a.m. - Trudgeon St. & Hwy 75 - RP advised of a minor accident.12:06 p.m. - Hwy 75 & Main St. - RP advised his vehicle died in the middle of the road and he was...

CF-2025-00094b 06/12/2025 State of Oklahoma vs. Schoggins, Anthony Aggravated Trafficking in Illegal Drugs CF-2025-00095 06/12/2025 State of Oklahoma vs. Childers, Justin Endangering Others While Elud...

• The Henryetta Free-Lance held a “Peanut Butter and Jelly Drive” for 30 days to help the Henryetta Church of Christ’s Food Pantry.• Chas Lowe, local resident and Weleetka High School alumni of 1970, ...

Oklahoma’s premier high school athletes will take center stage during the Oklahoma Coaches Association (OCA) 2025 All-State Games, scheduled for July 26-31. The week-long celebration of talent and spo...

The stage is set for one of Oklahoma’s premier high school football showcases as the Oklahoma Eight-Man Football Coaches Association (OEMFCA) All-Star Game kicks off this Saturday, June 21, at 6 p.m. ...