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Dunbar Alumni Association to hold fundraiser Saturday
May 12, 2023
The Dunbar Alumni Association, Inc. invites the public to attend several upcoming fundraisers and events. • Lasagna Lunch, May 6, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meal includes lasagna, salad, garlic bread and desse...
County Democrats elect officers at convention
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County Democrats elect officers at convention
May 12, 2023
Rose Lynch named as chair The Okmulgee County Democratic Convention was held Saturday, April 15 in Okmulgee. Rose Lynch will serve as the new-elected Chair of the Okmulgee County Democratic Party for ...
OHS Seniors Enjoy Breakfast
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OHS Seniors Enjoy Breakfast
May 12, 2023
The Okmulgee Lions Club once again hosted the breakfast for the Okmulgee High School Class of 2023 Wednesday morning at the First Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall. The seniors, sporting their class...
OYP Cinco de Mayo Was Fun For All
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OYP Cinco de Mayo Was Fun For All
May 12, 2023
It was an evening of fun, salsa, food and music as the Okmulgee Young Professionals held their second Cinco de Mayo event in downtown. The highlight of the event will be the salsa contest, with the ju...
Preston Graduates Class of 2023
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Preston Graduates Class of 2023
May 12, 2023
It’s time to move on to bigger things as area seniors are celebrating the end of their high school careers. Preston Schools held their ceremony on Tuesday evening. Pictured are the top honor students....
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Shooting at Okmulgee Lake leaves man in critical condition
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
May 12, 2023
Authorities seeking information A man is in critical condition after being shot near Lake Okmulgee Park Wednesday afternoon. Okmulgee police responded to a report of the shooting around 3:35 p.m. Acco...
Okmulgee principals provide info on recent report card
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Okmulgee principals provide info on recent report card
By JOSHUA JACKSON REPORTER 
May 12, 2023
Charter school discussion tabled until next meeting The Okmulgee Public School Board met for their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday evening. Following the approval of the minutes from the previous m...
Times welcomes new staff
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Times welcomes new staff
May 12, 2023
The Okmulgee Times and Henryetta Free-Lance are pleased to introduce some new employees to help continue as your most-trusted news source in the county. “We welcome Luwana Cowell, Elizabeth Ponthieux,...
Unsung Heroes
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Unsung Heroes
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
May 12, 2023
Ken Anderson - On a Life-Saving Mission Okmulgee Emergency Management seeks to protect its citizens, reduce the loss of life and property, and promote a comprehensive plan of emergency that focuses on...
OSBI leading investigation into Henryetta homicides
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OSBI leading investigation into Henryetta homicides
By PATRICK FORD NEWS EDITOR 
May 10, 2023
The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) took control of a crime scene near Henryetta where seven people were found shot dead last week at a property in Okmulgee County. “The OSBI is now the ...
Lady Pirates’ title bid derailed
Sports
Lady Pirates’ title bid derailed
By LARRY OWEN SPORTS EDITOR 
May 10, 2023
The Preston Lady Pirate varsity slowpitch softball team saw a bid for their first state championship in 15 years come up short last Wednesday at ASA Hall of Fame Stadium in Oklahoma City. The Lady Pir...
Lady Knights finish 6th at state golf tourney
Sports
Lady Knights finish 6th at state golf tourney
By LARRY OWEN SPORTS EDITOR 
May 10, 2023
Morris’ Ansley ties for 12th to pace individual scores The Henryetta Lady Knight varsity girls golf team came away with a sixth-place finish at last week’s Class 3A state golf championships at Lake Mu...
Knights finished 7th at state meet
Sports
Knights finished 7th at state meet
By LARRY OWEN SPORTS EDITOR 
May 10, 2023
Blake Wynne’s 3 medals pace county runners at 2-day event Four Okmulgee County track and field programs competed at two different state meets this past weekend. Athletes from Beggs, Henryetta, Morris,...
New Year, Same Results
Sports
New Year, Same Results
By LARRY OWEN SPORTS EDITOR 
May 10, 2023
Dragons fall to top-ranked Rattan for third-straight semifinal loss For the third-straight season, the Dewar Dragons punched their ticket to the Class A state baseball championships. For the third-str...
Lady Knights snare second-straight state tennis runner-up title
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Lady Knights snare second-straight state tennis runner-up title
By LARRY OWEN SPORTS EDITOR 
May 10, 2023
Henryetta misses first championship in 46 years by one point The Henryetta Lady Knight varsity tennis team came away with their second-straight state runner-up trophy this past Saturday evening. The L...
Pirates hold off Vian to earn first State berth since 2016
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Pirates hold off Vian to earn first State berth since 2016
By LARRY OWEN SPORTS EDITOR 
May 10, 2023
For the first time since 2016, the Preston Pirate varsity spring baseball team will be making an appearance at the Class 2A state baseball championships. The Pirates punched their ticket to State with...
Religion
Live the Word
By MARY MORRIS MEMBER OF HENRYETTA FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 
May 10, 2023
“This day the Lord your God commands you to do these statutes and ordinances. You shall therefore be careful to do them with all your heart and with all your soul. You have today declared the Lord to ...
National Day of Prayer Event Held Outside County Courthouse
Religion
National Day of Prayer Event Held Outside County Courthouse
May 10, 2023
Community members joined together in recognition of the National Day of Prayer last week. Though the weather was rainy and overcast, the attendees gathered at the Okmulgee County Courthouse gazebo to ...
Why did God create moms?
Religion
Why did God create moms?
May 10, 2023
“God created moms to cook most of the time and to water the chickens,” says Jed, 8. Well, Jed, either you have some strange chickens, or your mom needs more farm experience. As for the cooking, let’s ...
Tax Credit Proposals for Private and Home Schooled Students Slow Legislative Session
Columns & Opinion
Tax Credit Proposals for Private and Home Schooled Students Slow Legislative Session
May 10, 2023
The business with most policy work at the Oklahoma State Capitol slowed over negotiations about education tax credits for families with children in private schools, along with discussions over teacher...
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Wreathing ceremony honors fallen OHP Trooper
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Wreathing ceremony honors fallen OHP Trooper
By DAWN CARTER REPORTER 
December 19, 2025
Each holiday season, remembrance takes on a quieter, more personal form for the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. This year, that remembrance led several troopers and family members to a graveside in Okmulgee ...
City zoning, property items approved
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City zoning, property items approved
By Patrick Ford Editor 
December 19, 2025
The Okmulgee City Council conducted an extensive and multifaceted regular meeting Tuesday evening, addressing a wide range of city business that included zoning changes, infrastructure funding challen...
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Commissioners review District 3 road project bids
By Patrick Ford Editor 
December 19, 2025
A significant cost difference between competing bids for a major District 3 road project dominated discussion during Monday morning’s regular meeting of the Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners, as ...
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Property tax deadline extended
December 19, 2025
Okmulgee County Treasurer Lindsay Bunch is reminding property owners that the deadline to make property tax payments has been extended, while also sharing details on upcoming courthouse closures and t...
Man faces felony animal cruelty charges
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Man faces felony animal cruelty charges
By Patrick Ford Editor 
December 19, 2025
A man is facing a felony charge of Cruelty to Animals following a disturbing incident reported Monday near the Okmulgee County Courthouse that drew immediate public attention and outrage. According to...
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