Postal and Print, a locally owned postal and print service, marked its opening with a ribbon cutting hosted by the Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce on Friday, Dec. 12. Located at 200 E. 6th Street in Okmu...

Alynn LeBlanc, a National Honor Society member, and her father Kenneth gather donated food items to be distributed to local families for the holidays. As part of her community project, Alynn invited 1...

Several residents took time out of their busy schedule last week to assist in ringing the bell for the Salvation Army Angel Tree. Pictured are Rev. Marcus Jeffery and Mark McGriff; Ken Ratcliff; and a...

As the holiday season swings into full gear, the Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce is inviting residents across Okmulgee and the surrounding communities to take part in Shop Small Saturday on Nov. 29, a ce...

One of the godliest ladies I have ever known was Vivian King who was a member of the church to which I was called to pastor for over 12 years in Dustin. Mrs. Vivian had been the church pianist for dec...

Congratulations to Henryetta senior Blaze Hill, who was recently recognized as Luv Ford’s Athlete of the Week. Pictured with Hill are HHS Football Coach Kevin Adler and Missy Nash of Luv Ford. Be sure...

In a rare and deeply meaningful step toward community unity, Eastside Baptist Church and Second Baptist Church will come together for a joint worship service on Sunday, Nov. 23, beginning with a 9:30 ...

The Okmulgee Times and the Henryetta Free-Lance are inviting pet lovers across the county to show off their favorite furry, feathered or scaly friends in the 2026 Pet Calendar Photo Contest. The highl...

The 43rd annual Prairie Bell OHCE Christmas Bazaar & Craft Show will be held Saturday Nov. 22, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Morris High School Gym. Vendor Barbara Whitaker will be selling homemade pea...

The popular fitness program, Dance for Life, is announcing a change in venue for its Okmulgee class, effective Nov. 18. The class, which aims to put the “fun in your life” through movement, will now b...

Self-confessed Bible history and language nerd Tim Mackie sees Jesus of Nazareth as “utterly amazing and worth following with everything that you have.”* Mackie is one of millions of believers who hav...

A group of young artists in Henryetta received an unforgettable surprise this week after being named winners of the Okmulgee Times & Henryetta Free-Lance Halloween Art Contest - a special ride to scho...

Inside her cozy apartment at Baptist Village, surrounded by family photos and precious memories, Mrs. Betty Story reflects on life, full of love and faith. A native of Eufaula, Mrs. Story moved to Okm...

New Day Church (formerly known as First Church of the Nazarene) will hold celebrate its 100th anniversary Sunday, Oct. 19, at 10:45 a.m. at the church, located at 711 N. Okmulgee Ave. in Okmulgee. Off...

A public informational meeting will be held Sept. 23 at 6 p.m. in the Don Shoemake Gymnasium to discuss the upcoming Oct. 14 bond election, giving community members an opportunity to learn more about ...

The Salvation Army has opened its Angel Tree application process as of 4 p.m. Sept. 9. All interested persons may visit www.salarmytulsa.org and click on Tulsa Area Command to get other dates and time...

The Okmulgee Lions Club gathered Tuesday, Aug. 26, for a special meeting that blended fellowship, delicious food, and an uplifting message of perseverance and health. The club welcomed Lion Brenda Tho...

Congressman Josh Brecheen hosted a town hall meeting in Okmulgee this week, continuing his series of public forums across Oklahoma. Brecheen, who has pledged to limit his service in the U.S. House of ...

Henryetta’s Main Street will roar to life this weekend as First Family Federal Credit Union presents the 13th Annual Smokin’ Hot Car & Bike Show. The popular event, set for Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2...

The Anchor of Hope (AOH) Women’s Conference will be held Friday and Saturday, Sept. 19-20, at Jubilee Christian Center. The theme of this year’s event is “Redeemed.” This annual conference brings wome...