During the challenges of the recent government shutdown, one thing continues to shine through - the strength and compassion of our community.American Exchange Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to hel...

The Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners met Monday morning, Nov. 10, at the courthouse to address a full agenda of county business, including road agreements, 2026 holidays and new service contract...

Jamie Brandt from Schulter School was selected as VFW Post 539 Teacher of the Year for 2025. Pictured from left are new VFW Post539 Commander Brian Bailey, Schulter teacher Jamie Brandt and VFW Post 5...

Wilson School students of all grade levels helped salute and honor veterans during their assembly held Nov. 6. Following the assembly which was assisted by members of VFW Post 539, the military and th...

Wilson School students of all grade levels helped salute and honor veterans during their assembly held Nov. 6. Following the assembly which was assisted by members of VFW Post 539, the military and th...

The College of the Muscogee Nation (CMN) Extension is inviting the public to take part in an engaging and educational Beekeeping 101 workshop on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Natural ...

For the first time, downtown will transform into a dazzling winter wonderland as the Okmulgee Area Chamber of Commerce and Okmulgee Main Street team up to host Christmas on the Square, coming Dec. 3-7...

• The Henryetta Free-Lance welcomed graphic designer Carrie Bailey to the staff of the newsroom. Carrie had been previously employed at sister paper the Okmulgee Times before joining the Ardmoreite. C...

Kimberly Mason has been busy working on her hand-crafted holiday home decor items for the Prairie Bell Christmas Bazaar & Craft Show. The Craft Show will be held Saturday, Nov. 22, from 9 a.m. to 4 p....

The Prairie Bell Home & Community Education members awarded a $400 scholarship to 2025 Morris graduate Jace Allen. Jace is the son of Anita Allen and is currently attending Green Country Vo-Tech, stud...

In October, the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) held our Fall Forum, a conference which annually assembles delegates for sharing ideas and brainstorming solutions for the many issues faci...

“You don’t have to swing hard to hit a home run. If you got the timing, it’ll go,” said Yogi Berra.In life, everyone wants to hit home runs. It’s the lack of timing that causes so many strikeouts.Mark...

The Mojo Grappling Academy (MGA) didn’t have far to travel this weekend, competing close to home at the Team Tulsa Veterans Day Classic, held Saturday at the Hatbox Event Center in Muskogee. The event...

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Insecurity may be sparking some hesitation, Aries. The key to coping is figuring out why you are feeling this way. Is it a trust issue or lack of recognition?TAURUS – Apr 21/May ...

March 15, 1982 - November 7, 2025Brandon Neil Chrysler, a resident of Henryetta, passed away Friday, November 7, 2025, in Tulsa at the age of 43. He was born March 15, 1982, in Henryetta to Randy Chry...

February 9, 1952 - November 6, 2025Longtime Okmulgee resident Sharon Kay Brannon passed away on November 6, 2025, at the age of 73. She was born on February 9, 1952, to Raymond and Ruth Ann (Coenen) S...

October 16, 1964 - November 7, 2025William Lee Reed, an Okmulgee resident, passed away Friday afternoon, November 7, 2025, at his home. He was 61 years of age. Bill was born October 16, 1964, in Calif...

January 3, 1950 - October 31, 2025Linday Joyce Segars passed away Friday, October 31, 2025, in Okmulgee at 75 years of age. Linda was born January 3, 1950, in McAlester to the late John and La Homa (C...

May 19, 1938 - November 4, 2025Mr. Jerry C. Reagan, Sr., after 87 years, passed from this life on Tuesday evening, November 4, 2025, from his home in Okmulgee. Jerry was born May 19, 1938, to Fred and...

April 11, 1939 - November 10, 2025Services are pending for William Lay, 86, of Henryetta, with Integrity Funeral Service. He passed away Monday, November 10, 2025, in Tulsa.