Auditions for “The Wizard of Oz,” directed by Kirsten Jackson, will be held in June at the Orpheum Theatre, located at 210 W. 7th Street in Okmulgee.Dates for auditions will be Saturday, June 3, begin...

2-3Roy Madden SpringRoundup Rodeo |The Roy Madden Spring Roundup Rodeo returns June 2-3 at the Jim Shoulders Living Legends Arena at Henryetta’s Nichols Park. Attendees can purchase tickets in advance...

DACODA MCDOWELL-WAHPEKECHE, CAROLYNN FELLING & BEN DACKIWThe Supreme Court ruled Thursday that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) does not have authority over certain bodies of water.In a 5-4 r...

Drawing inspiration from women of the 1940s and ’50s, volunteers for the Battlin’ Betties, a nationwide nonprofit, are dedicated to doing their part to help and support veterans, military, first respo...

Personnel hired for 2023-24 school yearThe Henryetta School board met in special session May 25 to consider matters related to the upcoming school years, including personnel.During the session, the bo...

Chamber to spotlight members, businessAs a way to highlight local businesses that are members, the Henryetta Chamber presents Friday Focus.According to Executive Director Genny Mooney, the vision is t...

Tickets are available for the annual Henryetta Chamber of Commerce Roy Madden Spring Round Up Rodeo, this weekend at the Jim Shoulders Living Legends Arena sponsored by First Family Federal Credit Uni...

Misdemeanor charges have been filed in Okmulgee County district court against two people involved in a brawl in February during a game at Morris High School.On Feb. 24, the Morris police were called t...

Henryetta VFW Post 539 Commander Bill Goodner welcomed the community and veterans Monday at the annual Memorial Day ceremony at Westlawn Cemetery. Joining him on the platform was Mayor Michael Dickey ...

Preston’s 2003 state baseball runner-up season revisitedThe 2023 spring baseball season concluded last weekend with Classes 6A-2A crowning state champions.Twenty years ago, the Preston Pirate varsity ...

Monday is Memorial Day. This is an American holiday initiated to stop and honor our fallen soldiers. There are cities in every state that hold Memorial Day parades and events and include different vet...

Warehouse Outlet was having a grand opening with door prizes, deeply discounted items, grand prizes, and a free lunch.The Henryetta Chamber of Commerce and One Fire Casino presented the 7th Annual Jim...

Like everyone, you may have a lot of financial goals. But are they all of equal importance? Probably not. And do they share a similar timeline? Again, it’s unlikely. So, your first step may be to prio...

The batter is warming up on deck - meaning he is the next one to come to the plate to face the pitcher. The man on the pitching mound is known for sinking the dreams of wannabees - the home run hitter...

Barbara Bottner, American author of children’s books, feature scripts, short stories for magazines and primetime comedy, celebrates her birth May 25, 1943, in New York, New York.Bottner grew up wantin...

I took a big step with my mini farm this past week. I filled out paperwork and have been approved for a ‘farm number’. I’m totally excited about this new step in my move towards self sufficiency.A far...

3:18 p.m. - 500 Block S 10th - Stolen Vehicle - RP advised his gray 2008 Chevrolet Silverado was stolen. It had a trailer with a lawn mower on it.6:53 p.m. - QuikTrip - Indecent Exposure - RP advised ...

The Oklahoma State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) is moving ahead with plans to complete an architectural survey of Oklahoma’s All-Black Towns. The SHPO is seeking a qualified consultant or firm ...

10:00 a.m. - Good Intent Call12:10 p.m. - EMS Call12:48 p.m. - Dispatched & Canceled2:20 p.m. - EMS Call4:50 p.m. - EMS Call5:15 p.m. - EMS Call7:50 p.m. - False Alarm ---05/17/20233:01 a.m. - Lockout...

12:35 a.m. - Southbound Hwy 75 - Suspicious Person - RP advised of a white male wearing a red shirt walking in the roadway waving at motorists that almost hit him.6:32 a.m. - 24000 Block D St. - Anima...