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A group of individuals representing Tulsa’s most talented and successful professional workforce community began a journey in March 2021 to visit the Thirteen Original Historically All-Black Towns of Oklahoma.

On June 16, The Oklahoma Historical Society will host the “Juneteenth Celebration” with “Music Through the Ages” on Thursday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Oklahoma History Center. Oklahoma Senator George E. Young Sr. of Oklahoma City will serve as keynote speaker and Dr. Donnie L. Nero Sr.

On June 19, 1865, Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger and Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas. With them, they brought news that the American Civil War had ended, and enslaved people were now free.‘A celebration and a history lesson: Here is why people are celebrating Juneteenth.

Hello, my name is Zac Greenlee, and I am running for Hughes County District #1 Commissioner.I am a lifetime resident of Hughes County, born in Holdenville, attended Holdenville Public Schools and graduated from Moss High School.

On May 14, 10 members of the Red Hat Ladies met at Boom-a-Rang for their monthly meeting. The Wetumka ladies, Linda Tyler, Wanda Shaw, Wanda Price and Barbara Tiger were the hostesses. Picture taking were the first thing on the agenda. (You know, before we eat our lipstick off!

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — About 16 million Americans served our nation during World War II, inspiring generations after them to do their part to defend our country and our freedom.

Holdenville, OK – Local businessman and volunteer, Barry Wood, has announced his candidacy for Hughes County Commissioner, District One. Barry brings a great desire to serve his community and a results driven approach to issues or tasks that need to be addressed.

More than two years after he was arrested by a joint operation of federal and local law enforcement agencies, former Wetumka Mayor James Jackson has been convicted of sex crimes in Hughes County District Court and is expected to be extradited to Illinois for additional charges.

FELONIESTericka Shawnta Jackson—bringing contraband (weapons/explosives/ drugs/intoxicating beverage)Diago Torres—waiver of extraditionMISDEMEANORS Billy Joe Barnhill-public intoxication Loasta Johnson— public intoxication Francisco Medina Suarez—calling 911 with false alarmMARRIAGEMichael D.

THE HONORARY CHAPTER DEGREE WAS AWARDED TO: (left to right) Front Row: Joanna Matthews and Debbie Pullen. (Back Row) Presenting the award were, Jadyn Young, Jackson Reid, Logan Melton, Jase Story, Coral Matthews and Brandon Johnson.