Wrestling fans and families, mark your calendars!Excitement is building in Okmulgee County as, for the first time, all five youth wrestling clubs will join forces in an unprecedented showcase of skill...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Think about resting and being a bit introspective, Aries. Focusing on your inner world can help you to recharge your energy levels.Solitude also may provide some clarity.TAURUS –...

Dear Editor,Take a deep breath.A note to remember this country and this state are more than a mere political letter. We are about community and serving those who live here. With the closing of the ele...

Dear Editor,In re-electing Donald Trump as our 47th President, a majority of Americans voted for a return to common sense. A U.S. President, like Donald Trump, that promotes commonsense policies in go...

When we feel a loss, we experience an array of emotions. Some of these emotions can be extremely debilitating and confusing. Let us face the honest truth: embarking on the grieving process is not easy...

Yuyi Morales, Mexican-American author and illustrator of children’s books, was born Nov. 7, 1968, in Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico. She is the oldest of four children, and as a child loved drawing and maki...

Like most of us, you may someday want to enjoy a comfortable retirement. Your ability to achieve this goal will depend on how much you save - but it also matters how much you spend.And saving and spen...

It was a completely dominant game last Saturday as the Oklahoma Sooners welcomed the Maine Black Bears to Norman.The Sooners cruised to a dominant victory, snapping a threegame losing streak with a 59...

Good luck to Okmulgee County cheerleading squads at the 2024 Regional Gameday at Stroud this Saturday. The following Class 2A schools will perform at the following times:• Preston - 1:15 p.m.• Okmulge...

Editor’s Note: Due to heavy rain forecast for the area, some of Friday’s matchups may have been changed to Thursday night. As of press time, the Henryetta and Dewar football games have been moved up t...

Three Henryetta Public Schools students got the thrill of a lifetime last week as they got to ride in the Henryetta Fire Department’s truck with Chief Ty Weiland.The Okmulgee Times and Henryetta Free-...

The Henryetta Free-Lance and Okmulgee Times are thrilled to announce a special fundraising event that pet lovers won’t want to miss - the 2025 Pet Calendar Photo Contest! This exciting contest opens f...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners met for their first regular meeting of November, approving a new suicidal persons policy for the Okmulgee County Sheriff ’s Office.The policy aims to streaml...

The Henryetta Senior Nutrition Center got into the holiday spirit with a Halloween Celebration last Friday. Director Donna Morrison was joined by senior members of the community, along with her family...

Dewar High School crowned its Homecoming royalty last week during their 55-8 victory over Keota. Pictured are Dewar Homecoming King and Queen Jeron Brison and Breona Harvell. See additional photos fro...

Luv Ford is offering free oil changes to all veterans Monday, Nov. 11, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.The offer is for veterans and active duty military only, who must call 918-268-2244 to make an appointment i...

JEFFREY MOOREOCEM DIRECTORAttendance at the Board of County Commissioners Meeting Our team attended the Board of County Commissioners meeting, where we presented updates on recent emergency management...

Luv Ford recently honored Beggs High School senior Billy Ramsey, quarterback of the Beggs Golden Demon football team, as Athlete of the Week. Making the presentation was Missy Nash of Luv Ford, alongs...

The 42nd annual Prairie Bell OHCE Christmas Bazaar and Craft Show will be held Saturday, Nov. 16, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Morris High School cafeteria and the Morris Grade School gym. Vendor Barb...

The Dewar School Foundation recently funded over $18,000 in classroom grants to benefit Dewar students this semester. Pictured are some of the teachers who were awarded grants.