“If you read the Bible a lot, people might think you’re weird,” says Liam, 9. “But that’s okay. God likes weird.”That might be the funniest compliment the Bible has ever received, and Liam’s not wrong...

Luke 24:21a - But we had hoped that he was the one to redeem Israel.What is it that you hoped for when you joined with Christ? Did you think all darkness would recede from your path? That you would ne...

injuries were reported, though the fallen sign tangled with street‑light wiring and forced traffic diversion during the busy lunch hour.• The Henryetta City Council approved up to $10,000 for a new po...

As communities across the nation observe Black History Month, the story of American Legion Haygood- Shephard Post 103 stands as a powerful local reminder of sacrifice, service, and perseverance. The h...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You have the cosmic green light to start that major project you’ve been planning or to take a leap in your career, Aries. Trust your intuition — it’s sharper than ever.TAURUS – A...

October 11, 1955 - February 14, 2026Services are pending for Tommy Ice, 70, of Weleetka, with Integrity Funeral Service. He passed away Saturday, February 14, 2026, in Weleetka.

January 15, 1931 - February 10, 2026Vera C. Crawford, 95, homemaker, slipped the bonds of this earthly realm onto eternity on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at the Muscogee Creek Nation Medical Center in...

January 23, 2026Carol Jean (Horn) Pratchard, 77, passed away on January 23, 2026. A memorial service will be held Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 2 p.m. at Okmulgee First United Methodist Church.Arran...

Bradford Allen Fisher, a longtime resident of the Nuyaka area, passed away in Tulsa on Monday, February 16, 2026, at the age of 47. He was born on Wednesday, December 27, 1978, to Jerry FisherDecember...

December 31, 1930 - February 12, 2026Betty Louise Rhodes passed away Thursday, February 12, 2026, in Okmulgee at 95 years of age. She was born on December 31, 1930, in Kusa to Agnes Irene Suiter and R...

November 16, 1938 - February 13, 2026Norma Lee Black, a resident of Henryetta, passed away on February 13, 2026, at the age of 87. She was born November 16, 1938, in Henryetta to Silas and Francis Bla...

July 28, 1943 - February 13, 2026Thomas Robertson, 82, retired firefighter of Okmulgee, passed away Friday, February 13,2026. Thomas was born to Codie Robertson and Julia (Smith) Robertson in Okmulgee...

Most legislative committees are finishing their work on bills in the houses of origin this week at the State Capitol. This is the time when thousands of bills die without ever being considered.What ce...

• A household mishap sent the fire department rushing to the home of Arch Thompson. A pair of overalls, washed in gasoline and then boiled, ignited when fumes caught fire. Mrs. Thompson tried to carry...

The Beggs Golden Demons used a dominant second half to turn a competitive start into a convincing 60-30 victory over Henryetta in a varsity regular season matchup.Both teams came out with energy in th...

The Mojo Grappling Academy (MGA) turned in an impressive performance at the Oklahoma Kids Wrestling Association (OKWA) Southeast Regional tournament, qualifying 15 athletes for the State Championships...

The Dewar Dragons and Lady Dragons hosted Quinton on Feb. 14, with the two schools splitting a pair of district basketball games. The Dewar boys used a strong second half to pull away for a 42-29 vict...

The Wilson Tigers are carrying momentum into regional play after a dominant district championship performance last week, while the Lady Tigers will look to bounce back in the consolation bracket follo...

Voters across Okmulgee County went to the polls Tuesday, Feb. 10, deciding a municipal race in the City of Okmulgee and approving two school bond issues that will fund major improvements for local stu...

From campus safety improvements to postseason athletics and financial planning, the Henryetta Board of Education covered a wide range of district business during its regular meeting Monday evening, Fe...