While watching our teen-aged son play four years of high school basketball games years ago, we both noticed an absolute truth; Our son could not seem to grasp that he wasn’t able to block every shot t...

Once you and your spouse retire, you’ll have some decisions to make - decisions that could affect your quality of life in your retirement years. What are these choices?Here a few of the most important...

The Wilson Tigers delivered a commanding performance in their 72-55 victory over the Hammon Warriors in the Oklahoma State Basketball Tournament on March 5. The Tigers, led by the dynamic duo of Zion ...

Dewar High School joined together to congratulate football player Naea Corbin on Tuesday as he signed a letter of intent to play for the Bethany Swedes. Bethany College is located in Lindborg, Kansas ...

Morris Public Schools would like to congratulate Aaricha Guynes on signing with Northern Oklahoma College in Enid. “We are proud of this accomplishment and look forward to watching her softball career...

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 ...

An early morning storm on Tuesday brought high winds and damage to some areas in southern Okmulgee County. Reports were received of damage to homes and power lines near I-40 east of Henryetta, along w...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners convened for their regular meeting on Monday and covered a short agenda.Agenda items approved were:• County Officers Reports - County Clerk and Health Depart...

The public is invited to the monthly Henryetta Chamber Legislative Forum this Friday beginning at 11 a.m. in the Shoney’s meeting room.Confirmed to speak during the event are Representative Scott Fetg...

With a Masquerade- themed event last Saturday, the Henryetta Chamber of Commerce celebrated the accomplishments of 2024, and named several award winners and businesses for their contributions.Board Pr...

The Town of Grayson will hold a nonpartisan general election Wednesday, April 2, at a special town meeting.Registration will take place from 5:30-6 p.m., and voters present a legal form of identificat...

Wilson Public Schools has officially welcomed Brad Wion as its new superintendent. With over three decades of experience in education, Wion brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to the district,...

The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 539 in Henryetta is set to host its Feed the Vets program, a community event dedicated to serving military veterans and their dependents. The program, aimed at provid...

The Knights of Columbus Council 2394’s annual Lenten Fish Fry Fundraiser has a new home this year.The event will now take place at St. Michael Catholic Church, 1004 W. Gentry in Henryetta.The fish fry...

Members and friends of the Okmulgee County Community Garden will gather Saturday, March 8, for a workday to continue preparing the garden for spring.Members are encouraged to bring tools and equipment...

Okmulgee residents, business leaders, and educators came together on Feb. 27 at Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology (OSUIT) to celebrate a major step forward in the city’s digital transf...

Advocating for the welfare of animals while fostering community partnerships, the Vets for Pets Committee held its regular meeting on Saturday, Feb. 8, at VFW Post 1189. The event brought together com...

It has been an interesting first month of the legislative session at the Oklahoma State Capitol with the focus on committee work.This year, the House of Representatives requires every bill to pass bot...

Judges 10:10-16 - Then the Israelites cried out to the Lord, “We have sinned against you, forsaking our God and serving the Baals.” The Lord replied, “When the Egyptians, the Amorites, the Ammonites, ...

Lewis Copeland tells the story of a mother who boasted about the good manners of her little darling at a dinner party.“Charlie, my dear, won’t you have some beans?” she said.“No,” was the ill-mannered...