February 6, 1936 - January 8, 2025Andy Joe Mahan, a resident of Henryetta, died January 8, 2025, at the age of 88. He was born February 6, 1936, in Weleetka to Ben and Maude (Moore) Mahan. Funeral ser...

November 6, 1947 - December 15, 2024James Edward England (Jim England) passed away Sunday morning December 15, 2024, peacefully in his sleep. Jim was born in Oklahoma City on Thursday, November 6, 194...

July 12, 1968 - January 12, 2025Keith Allen Jennings passed away January 12, 2025, after losing his battle to cancer at the age of 56. He was born July 12, 1968, in Claremore to James Jennings and Joy...

This report is a summary of the week’s activities and highlights key events and operations conducted by the Emergency Management Office. --- Meetings & Administrative Tasks Board of County Commissione...

AARP Oklahoma has officially opened applications for its 2025 Community Challenge grant program, offering nonprofit organizations and government entities a chance to enhance the livability of their co...

The holiday rush is over, and many people will experience a touch of the winter blues over the next couple of months.“It’s not uncommon in the general public for us to struggle with some level of sadn...

As the first session of the 60th Oklahoma Legislature approaches, there is much work occurring at the State Capitol.Congratulations to Sen. Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle. for being elected the next Presiden...

The Henryetta Knights made history this week, clinching their first-ever Henryetta Invitational Tournament title with a nail-biting 52-50 win over McLoud in the championship game. The weather may have...

Henryetta High School’s H-Town Theatre is preparing to dazzle the community with its upcoming production of ‘Cinderella.’  Directed and choreographed by Liz Bealko, Coach Justin Been, the cast and cre...

The Okmulgee County Sheriff ’s Office (OCSO), under the leadership of Sheriff Eddy Rice and Undersheriff Smokey Patchin, have released its comprehensive statistics for 2024. Sheriff Rice, now in his f...

Missy Nash of Luv Ford of Henryetta presents two Preston students their plaques recognizing them as Athletes of the Week. Pictured are Tanner Young and Kaden Dean, students at Preston High School. Tan...

Most counties in Oklahoma saw a decrease in jobless rates during November, according to the latest statistics from the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission.Okmulgee County’s rate increased slightly...

The Henryetta School Board is scheduled to hold its regular meeting on Monday, January 13, at the Board of Education Offices. The meeting begins at 5:30 p.m.--- Superintendent & Department Reports The...

John LeRoy Bryant, 75, of Schulter, passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2025, in Schulter. He was born on September 8, 1949, in Henryetta to John Lee and Mina Violetta (Hantz) Bryant.September 8, 1949 - J...

September 24, 1926 - December 28, 2024Nila Jean Barnard, a longtime Okmulgee resident, passed away Saturday, December 28, 2024. She was 98 years old.Funeral services for Nila are scheduled for 2 p.m. ...

July 5, 1941 - January 5, 2025Ivan “Gene” Creason, 83, passed away on January 5, 2025, at his home in Checotah. He was born on July 5, 1941, in Bixby. A public viewing and visitation will be held Wedn...

June 3, 1952 - December 24, 2024James Jackson Robertson, Jr., born June 3, 1952, in Henryetta, passed from this life on December 24, 2024. James was loved and known by most as “Jackie,” “Pops” or “Old...

June 18, 1939 - December 29, 2024Levertha Bird Walker, age 85, homemaker and longtime resident of Sapulpa, died December 29, 2024, in Ascension St. John Hospital in Sapulpa surrounded by family. Funer...

Vernon Leroy Long, a lifelong resident of Henryetta, passed away peacefully at his home on January 7, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on April 5, 1928, in Schulter, he was the son of William Crayton Long...

Andy Joe Mahan, a resident of Henryetta, passed away January 8, 2025, at the age of 88. He was born February 6, 1936, in Weleetka to Ben and Maude (Moore) Mahan.Funeral service will take place at 2 p....