Henryetta Calvary Baptist Church will hold its Vacation Bible School July 26-28 from 6:30-8 p.m. featuring activities, games, singing, food and lessons from God’s Word for ages 4 and up. Do you need a...

On Monday, family, friends, and colleagues of Undersheriff Fred McGuire gathered at the courthouse for his retirement reception. A slideshow flickered through McGuire’s more than 30 years of law enfor...

The Henryetta Public Library Summer Reading Program met for the third time today. Kathy Crosby talked to the kids about how to make friends. She also told them about several books to read to help them...

Henryetta area residents have an opportunity to enjoy a fireworks display this weekend at the Fireworks Show Saturday, July 8, at Nichols Park. The event is sponsored by Hwy 62 Fireworks.

Historic Okmulgee rodeo set for Aug. 11-12It is just over a month away from the start of the Okmulgee Roy LeBlanc Invitational Rodeo. Now in its 68th year, the rodeo will be held Aug. 11-12, at the Bo...

Henryetta residents are reminded about the upcoming clean up days, next weekend.The event, sponsored by the Henryetta Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the City of Henryetta, will be held July 1...

On Monday, family, friends, and colleagues of Undersheriff Fred McGuire gathered at the courthouse for his retirement reception. A slideshow flickered through McGuire’s more than 30 years of law enfor...

Miss Mace and Henryetta School Counselor Jennifer Huckabay had an exciting day last week visiting friends in the community! Thanks to American Exchange Bank for sponsoring Henryetta’s Therapy Dog prog...

Retired Okmulgee County Treasurer ready for family timeJune 30 marked the end of service for longtime Okmulgee County Treasurer Vonna Lampkins. She was honored with a reception last week, and on Monda...

The Okmulgee Junior Football Association will hold three different camps during the month of July.Each camp will be free to kids, grades 3rd-6th, and will take place at historic Harmon Field in Okmulg...

Lady Pirates open 2023 campaign Aug. 8 at WilburtonIn a little over one month, the Preston Lady Pirate fastpitch softball team will begin their 2023 season on the road.In 2023, the Lady Pirates will l...

Henryetta Express pitchers Braxton Wiebe (above) and Brayden Murphy deliver pitches during the OK Kids 12U state baseball tournament at the Sallisaw Sports Complex. Wiebe struck out 15, including the ...

Over forty contestants braved the heat for a skate competition at Henryetta’s skateboarding park. The event was judged by Kevin Bailey.Henryetta Heat 10-and-under OK kidsup.Henryetta Superintendent Jo...

There is a misconception that state lawmakers only work four months out of the year.As a former state representative, I can assure you that these men and women are always “on the clock” to address con...

Oklahoma State University Extension horticulture and gardening experts will partner with local gardening enthusiasts to present the Oklahoma School and Community Garden Conference.It is slated for 8:3...

Conservation group asks citizens to report sightingsA conservation group focused on rivers is asking Oklahomans to keep an eye out for small black caterpillars and the yellowish-brown adult beetles th...

Okmulgee County Treasurer Vonna Lampkins was honored last week on her retirement with a special reception, marking her final day. Lampkins has been employed by Okmulgee County for 36 years, with the m...

“God puts people into our lives who lead us to Jesus,” says Maggie, 11. “They may show his love by hugging, helping them out, telling them that God loves them, and being kind to them.”It’s humbling to...

Henryetta First Christian Church, 412 N. 5th St., hosts a Food Pantry at 10 a.m. the last Saturday of each month.OKFB Youth AgricultureConference Applications |Applications for the OKFB Young Farmers ...

Current Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as “food stamps”) recipients in 32 counties whose households lost food because of the June 17 severe storms may request a replac...