Okmulgee County residents can look forward to saving a little more on groceries once a new bill takes effect later this year. Governor Kevin Stitt signed a bill on Tuesday that will remove the state’s...

Congratulations to Kelly Dobson and Valerie Mosco, Co-Henryettans of the Year, presented by the Henryetta Free-Lance. The duo was honored during the Henryetta Chamber of Commerce Banquet held Saturday...

Congressman Josh Brecheen held a town hall in the Mabrey Bank conference room downtown last Wednesday, focusing on the national debt, immigration and what he described as government overreach in curre...

County 4-H and FFA members joined together to participate in the 57th annual Okmulgee County Spring Livestock Show Feb. 15-17. Pictured are several sights from the event.

# Exhibitor Breed Place Club/Chapter 1 Cierra Boydston Market Steer Div. 2 Class 1 - 1st Place Morris 4-H 2 Hannah Pembrook Hereford Heifer Breed Champion Beggs FFA 3 Zane Clark Cross Mkt. Hog Reserve...

The day started early for the 4-H and FFA members who participated in the 57th annual Okmulgee County Spring Livestock Show, which began Feb. 15 and concluded on Feb. 17 in the late hours of the night...

Greater Jones Chapel will hold a fundraiser fish dinner Friday, March 1, beginning at 11 a.m. The meal will feature fried fish, scalloped potatoes, green beans, pound cake, rolls and a soft drink for ...

Okmulgee tennis season is about to begin, and donations are sought to help players. If you’re interested in supporting the small team, contact Michelle or James Quinn at Okmulgee Public Schools. Anyth...

The Okmulgee County Homeless Shelter is in desperate need of the following items: • Shampoo • Deodorant for Men & Women • White Pillowcases • White Twin Sheet Sets • White Pillows • Tylenol & Ibuprofe...

Input sought on additions, improvements to downtown Dear Downtown Okmulgee Residents, As part of our ongoing efforts to revitalize and strengthen our downtown community, Okmulgee Main Street’s Economi...

Oklahoma senior citizens, caregivers, and those interested in matters affecting aging Oklahomans are invited to the State Capitol for Senior Day on Monday, March 11. Attendees will have the opportunit...

• Monday: Off for President’s Day - previously reported on prior week’s report. • Tuesday: Attended BOCC meeting. Went through documents to be destroyed or kept at the office. Was notified of an accid...

Projects listed for Okmulgee Baptist Village Communities (BVC), Oklahoma’s largest not-for-profit provider of senior housing and services, announced the launch of the $25 million Shaping the Future ca...

Rep. Chris Banning, R-Bixby, released the following statement applauding individuals and the Oklahoma Water Resource Board on their effort to address ongoing water issues in House District 24. “I woul...

Green Country Technology Center (GCTC) proudly announced the Muscogee Nation as its 2024 OkACTE Partners in Progress. With a partnership spanning over three decades, the collaboration between the Musc...

Business makes history as world’s first black-owned Aquamation facility In a monumental leap forward for the funeral services industry, Green Farewells Crematory, located in Las Vegas, Nev., has proud...

Mrs. Shirlanna Harbin’s first grade class at Okmulgee Primary School has enjoyed learning about famous and important people during their Black History Research Projects. This week, they were able to p...

Members of VFW Post 1189 of Okmulgee and Post 539 in Henryetta visited local high schools last week to award the winners of the Voice of Democracy essay contests. Making the presentation were Carol Sm...

Entering Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month this February, GCTC stands firm in its resolve to assess our progress and the invaluable contribution we’ve made to our students, community, and loc...

The Beggs Golden Demons snagged a 51-50 victory over Luther 51 this past Saturday during the 3A Area ll District 2 Tournament held in Beggs. These young men played an incredible game and worked hard f...