James 1:19-20, 26 and 2:8 - “Remember this, my dear friends! Everyone must be quick to listen, but slow to speak and slow to become angry. Human anger does not achieve God’s righteous purpose ... Do a...

Correction: In Friday’s edition of the Henryetta Free-Lance, Dewar’s recent Athletes of the Week were incorrectly identified. We apologize for the error. Above left, Dewar senior softball player Kinse...

Congratulations to the members of the Morris High School softball team who received All-District honors. Fire Clark was named to the 1st team as an All-District pitcher, while Bayle Qualls and Aaricha...

Congratulations to Morris High School cheerleaders Tyler Dean, Aaricha Guynes, Brooklyn Hogan, Rylee Whitaker and Kaitlyn Woods, who recently received All-Region honors.

Heavener scored big in a win over Okmulgee Friday night in high school football action at Harvey Stadium.With 3:10 left in the first quarter Friday, the winless Bulldogs actually held a 12-10 lead ove...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, this week you may find yourself with some extra energy and enthusiasm for new projects. Figure out what you want to get done and think through a plan.TAURUS – Apr 21/May 2...

November 13, 1955 - October 24, 2024David Floyd Hopper, of Okmulgee, died Thursday, October 24, 2024, in Tulsa at 68 years of age. He was born Thursday, November 13, 1955, in Okmulgee to the late Davi...

May 10, 1939 - October 27, 2024Ronald Edward Stokley, longtime Morris resident, passed away Sunday morning, October 27, 2024, at his home. Ron was 85 years of age. He was born May 10, 1939, in Cromwel...

November 9, 1980 - October 25, 2024Joshua Allen Remer, of Tulsa, made an unceremonious exit from this life Friday, Oct. 25, 2024, much to the chagrin of all who knew him. He was born Nov. 9, 1980, to ...

July 28, 1957 - October 27, 2024Steven Michael O’Connell, 67, of Okemah, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2024, in Okemah. He was born on July 28, 1957, in Henryetta to Melford and Mary (Tiger) Hobia.V...

January 16, 1948 - October 24, 2024Anita June Selvidge, a resident of rural Weleetka, died October 24, 2024, in Tulsa at the age of 76. She was born January 16, 1948, in Okemah to Basil and Earnestine...

March 18, 1942 - October 25, 2024Joyce Gann Conaway passed away on October25, 2024, in Weleetka. She was born on March 18,1942, in the small town of Dustin. Joyce was the daughter of Delbert and Opal ...

January 30, 1938 - October 29, 2024Ida Thompson, 86, died Tuesday, October 29,2024, at St. Anthony Hospital in Midwest City surrounded by family. Arrangements are pending with House of Winn - Okmulgee...

March 7, 1952 - October 23, 2024Michael L. Pierce, a resident of Henryetta, died Wednesday, October 23, 2024, in Henryetta at the age of 72. He was born March 7, 1952, in Henryetta to Carl Pierce and ...

December 24, 1985 - October 24, 2024Jimmie Dale Hall III died October 24, 2024, at the age of 38. He was born December 24, 1985, in Okmulgee to Jimmie Hall Jr. and Sheril Lynn Crawford. Graveside serv...

We at the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy want to help parents avoid those who would want to pull Halloween “tricks” on you and your children. Here are some safety tips to help keep your childre...

The Okmulgee County Humane Society (OCHS) has six dogs in foster homes that have been waiting for their forever homes for way too long. When you adopt a dog who has been fostered, you reap so many per...

Henryetta was the host site for the OSSAA Cross Country Regionals for Classes A, 3A and 4A last weekend.Participating county schools included Okmulgee, Beggs, Henryetta, Wilson, Schulter and Dewar. Cr...

The Dewar Dragons secured a commanding 53-6 win over the Quinton Savages on Friday night in a league matchup that showcased their impressive offensive and defensive prowess. With this victory, the Dra...

In a commanding performance last Friday night, the Henryetta Knights delivered an unforgettable 34-0 shutout against the Antlers Bearcats, as Coach Weston McGill’s squad traveled south to face off in ...