An Outstanding Performance

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May 26, 2022

By News Staff

Dear Editor, I’ve lived in Okmulgee for a long time and knew nothing of the talented young students in Henryetta. Now I know, and would like to share that experience with you.

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A Purr-Fect Gift

December 25, 2024

The first Okmulgee Times & Henryetta Free-Lance Pet Calendar Contest benefited the Okmulgee County Humane Society in a big way. The contest was received with great participation and excitement by folk...

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OPS Donates to SA Food Pantry

December 25, 2024

Okmulgee Public School employees deliver food items donated by school employees and students. Pictured from left are Allen Gardenhire, Tonya Doyle, Resy Campbell and Carol Smith of the Salvation Army ...

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Dragons raising funds for championship rings

December 25, 2024

The Dewar Dragons, fresh off their State Football Championship victory, are rallying community and corporate support to fund commemorative rings for the team. With an estimated $20,000 needed to secur...

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Area schools call for bond elections

December 25, 2024

Two Okmulgee County school districts, Wilson and Preston, are set to hold special bond elections on February 11, 2025, to address significant infrastructure needs. Both districts have outlined detaile...

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Commissioners meet before Christmas

December 25, 2024

During Monday’s meeting of the Okmulgee County Board of Commissioners, one blanket purchase order was approved for District 2 (Bruckner’s for repairs), along with a private property agreement for a Di...

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CTE programs gather to celebrate

December 25, 2024

The sights and sounds of Okmulgee students gathering together to celebrate the end of the fall semester and to enjoy some holiday merriment were on display during the recent Okmulgee Career and Techni...

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School Groups Ring the Bell

December 25, 2024

Thanks to everyone who has volunteered this season for the Salvation Army Kettle Drive. Some of the most recent volunteers were from the Beggs National Honor Society, who took both morning and afterno...

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11/01/2024

December 25, 2024

5:50 a.m. - 600 Block E. 13th St. - Smoke Scare, Odor of Smoke4:10 p.m. - 1200 Block E. Kennedy St. - Authorized Controlled Burning4:20 p.m. - 1300 Block E. 13th St. - Public Service Assistance, Other...

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Oklahoma Human Services updates child care rules

December 25, 2024

After gathering extensive input from industry members and experts, along with recommendations and technical assistance from state and national child care advisors, Oklahoma Human Services has posted u...

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Ongoing Events Fostering Hope |

December 25, 2024

Training Day for area foster/adoption parents will now take place the second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at Cornerstone Foursquare, 617 N. Oklahoma Ave. in Okmulgee. The connection meeting offers...

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HOROSCOPES

December 25, 2024

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You are likely to question information you receive this week, Aries. Investigate things further, but remain receptive to what others are saying.TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, it ...