Henryetta Free-Lance

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Address: 208 E. Main Street, Henryetta, OK, 74437, US
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Henryetta, OK 74437
1-918-652-3311
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08/12/2026

📰 Today's Henryetta Free-Lance is here! 🗞️

Catch up on the latest news and stories from Henryetta and across Okmulgee County!

🔥 Drought & Fire Danger on the Rise – Okmulgee County Emergency Management is monitoring increasingly dry conditions and heightened fire danger as hot, dry weather continues.

⭐ Green Country Technology Center Earns Gold Star Again! – GCTC has been named an OATC Gold Star School for the fourth consecutive year, recognizing continued excellence across the technology center.

🏡 Baptist Village Addresses Data Center Concerns – Residents and family members gathered for an informational meeting as Baptist Village leaders answered questions about the proposed data center development near the retirement community.

🎓 OSUIT Summer Graduation is Friday! – OSUIT will celebrate its newest graduates during commencement ceremonies at Covelle Hall. Congratulations to all the graduates and their families! 🎉

📰 Don't miss the local stories that matter! Subscribe to the Henryetta Free-Lance and keep up with hometown news, community events, schools and the people who make our area special.

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08/07/2026

📰 Today's Henryetta Free-Lance is here! 🗞️

Stay connected with the latest hometown news, community updates and events from Henryetta and across Okmulgee County!

📚 Summer Readers Rewarded! Congratulations to the top young readers recognized by the Henryetta Public Library's Summer Reading Program, with special thanks to Shoney's for supporting literacy with grand prize gift cards!

🏗️ Data Center Discussion Continues – A local presentation explores the potential long-term financial impact the proposed data center could have for schools, local governments and county services if completed as planned.

🗳️ Election Board Announces Extended Hours – Find out when you can vote early for the Aug. 25 Runoff Primary Election and plan ahead to make your voice heard.

👮 Beggs Appoints Interim Police Chief – The Beggs City Council names an interim chief following recent department resignations while continuing to address community questions.

🎒 Back-to-School Season Begins! Area schools are welcoming students and families with open houses, meet-the-teacher events and schedule pickups as the new school year approaches.

❤️ Community Gives Back – Hundreds of local students are starting the school year with new shoes, backpacks and school supplies thanks to the generosity of area churches, businesses, organizations and volunteers.

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08/05/2026

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Stay up to date with the latest news, community events and hometown stories from Henryetta and across Okmulgee County!

👮 Thank you, Lt. Matt Duke! The Henryetta Police Department honored Lt. Duke upon his retirement, celebrating 28½ years of dedicated service, leadership and commitment to the City of Henryetta.

🏛️ County Commissioners Meeting – Residents continued raising questions about the proposed Fluidstack data center, with transparency, environmental oversight and floodplain permitting among the topics discussed.

🙏 Prayer Walk Unites the Community – The 10th Annual Okmulgee County Prayer Walk brought churches and community members together to pray for students, teachers and schools before the new school year begins.

🎡 County Fair season is almost here! Read why the Okmulgee County Fair remains one of the community's favorite traditions and what makes it special year after year.

🗳️ Early voting begins Aug. 20! Learn what you need to know before the Aug. 25 election and take advantage of Oklahoma's early voting option.

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08/02/2026

📬 Need to vote by mail? Be sure to plan ahead! 🗳️

Okmulgee County voters who want to cast their ballots by mail for the Aug. 25 federal, state and county runoff primary elections and State Questions should submit their absentee ballot request as soon as possible.

⏰ The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 10.

✔️ Absentee voting is available to all registered voters who are eligible for the election.
✔️ You do not need a reason to request an absentee ballot.

Don't wait until the last minute—allow plenty of time for your ballot to arrive, be completed and returned.

📰 Read the full story in Friday's Henryetta Free-Lance for more election information, and subscribe to stay informed on the local news and important dates that matter to our community.

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08/01/2026

🗳️ What is State Question 844, and why does it matter?

When Oklahoma voters head to the polls on Aug. 25, they'll decide the fate of State Question 844, a proposed constitutional amendment that could have a long-term impact on how counties and other local governments are reimbursed for property tax revenue lost through certain manufacturing tax exemptions.

Here's what voters need to know:
📋 Current law: The Oklahoma Constitution guarantees reimbursements to counties, school districts and other local entities when qualifying manufacturers receive a five-year property tax exemption.

⚖️ If SQ 844 passes: That constitutional guarantee would be removed, giving the Oklahoma Legislature the authority to decide whether those reimbursements continue and how much funding local governments receive in the future.

💡 While the proposal would not immediately change local tax rates or eliminate existing business tax incentives, county officials are closely watching the measure because of its potential long-term impact on local budgets.

📰 Read the full story in Friday's Henryetta Free-Lance to learn more about State Question 844 and what it could mean for communities across Oklahoma.

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07/31/2026

🤠🌵 Help Turn Henryetta Into Rodeo Town! 🐎⭐

The Henryetta Chamber of Commerce is inviting local businesses to show their western spirit by participating in a Western Window Decorating Contest leading up to the Jim Shoulders Living Legends PRCA Rodeo!

🎨 Decorate your storefront with a western or rodeo theme and help create a festive atmosphere for the thousands of visitors who will be coming to Henryetta for one of the community's biggest annual events.

🎟️ Participating businesses will:
⭐ Be entered into a drawing for 4 FREE rodeo tickets
📲 Be featured on the Henryetta Chamber of Commerce's Rodeo Events webpage, giving visitors another reason to shop, dine and support local businesses.

📅 Deadline to enter: Sept. 1
📸 To participate, text a photo of your decorated storefront to 918-652-3331 or tag the Henryetta Chamber of Commerce on Facebook.

Let's work together to showcase Henryetta's hometown hospitality, community pride and western spirit! 🤠❤️

📰 Read the full story in today's Henryetta Free-Lance.

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07/31/2026

📰 Today's Henryetta Free-Lance is here! 🗞️

Catch up on the latest local news and community events happening in Henryetta and across Okmulgee County!

🗳️ Absentee ballot deadline approaching! Learn how and when to request your absentee ballot for the Aug. 25 runoff primary election and State Questions.

🏛️ Residents continue voicing concerns about the proposed Fluidstack data center, calling for greater transparency, answers and a temporary moratorium during the latest County Commissioners meeting.

📋 State Question 844 explained – Find out how the proposed constitutional amendment could affect future county funding and local government budgets.

🤠 Show your rodeo spirit! The Henryetta Chamber of Commerce is inviting businesses to decorate their storefronts for the upcoming Jim Shoulders Living Legends PRCA Rodeo and help welcome thousands of visitors to town.

🎒 Dewar JOM Back-to-School Night is set for Aug. 3, helping students and families prepare for a successful new school year.

🙏 Community Prayer Walk returns this Saturday, bringing churches, schools and community members together to pray for the upcoming school year.

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07/30/2026

🤝💼 Building a Stronger Workforce for Henryetta! 💙

The Henryetta Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed Tabytha Siegfried, the new One-Stop Operator for Oklahoma Works, during a visit to the Chamber office.

Oklahoma Works connects local employers with qualified job seekers while offering a wide range of FREE workforce services, including:
✅ Hiring assistance
✅ Job training opportunities
✅ Resume help
✅ Interview preparation
✅ Career services
✅ Workforce development resources

The Chamber looks forward to partnering with Oklahoma Works to support local businesses, strengthen Henryetta's workforce and create new opportunities for economic growth throughout the community.

Together, these partnerships help build a stronger future for Henryetta by connecting people with opportunities and helping businesses find the employees they need to succeed.

📰 Read the full story in Wednesday's Henryetta Free-Lance!

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07/29/2026

🦁💙 Service. Leadership. Community. 💛🦁

The Henryetta Lions Club is inviting Lions from across eastern Oklahoma to Henryetta for a series of Oklahoma Lions District MD3E Cabinet Meetings, giving members the opportunity to collaborate, plan future service projects and strengthen communities across the district.

📅 Upcoming meeting dates:
🗓️ Aug. 15, 2026
🗓️ Nov. 14, 2026
🗓️ June 12, 2027

The club continues to make a difference locally as well. During its recent meeting, members:
👏 Welcomed Hannah McCarroll of CASA, who shared the need for more volunteers to advocate for children in Okmulgee County.
🏆 Honored John Tedlock with the prestigious Golden Bell Award for his dedicated volunteer service supporting the club's annual Christmas Basket Program.
🤝 Continued planning projects and discussing ways to serve the Henryetta community.

The Henryetta Lions Club continues to demonstrate that when neighbors come together to serve, great things happen.

📰 Read the full story in today's Henryetta Free-Lance and stay connected with the people and organizations making a difference in our community.

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07/29/2026

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Stay connected with the stories that matter most to Henryetta and the surrounding communities!

📋 County Commissioners handled routine business while public comments once again focused on the proposed Fluidstack data center and community concerns.

🌊 Floodplain permitting requirements remain a key topic as officials remind developers of the rules for projects in flood-prone areas.

🏫 Henryetta Board of Education will hold a special meeting to consider staffing recommendations and other preparations for the upcoming 2026-27 school year.

🤝 Henryetta Chamber of Commerce welcomes Oklahoma Works representative Tabytha Siegfried, strengthening partnerships to support local businesses and workforce opportunities.

🦁 Henryetta Lions Club invites area Lions to upcoming District Cabinet Meetings while continuing its tradition of community service and recognizing outstanding volunteers.

🏴‍☠️ The Okmulgee Times Treasure Hunt begins today! Start collecting keys for your chance to unlock cash and prizes from participating local businesses!

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