The race for the Oklahoma State Senate in District 8 is heating up, and local voters will have a unique opportunity to hear directly from the candidates at an upcoming live debate hosted by The Henryettan on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at 6:30 PM. The event will be held at the Green Country Technology Center in Okmulgee, with doors opening to the public at 6:00 PM.
This forum is designed to give voters the chance to evaluate the candidates on the issues that matter most to the region—from economic development and healthcare access to education, infrastructure, and transparency in government.
The following candidates are confirmed to participate in the debate:
Nathan Brewer (Democrat) – Henryetta
Steve Sanford (Independent) – Henryetta
Bryan Logan (Republican) – Winner of the April 1st GOP runoff
Moderators for the event will be announced soon.
Can’t make it in person? No problem. The debate will be broadcast live on:
YouTube
Whether you’re in Okmulgee, Henryetta, or tuning in from afar, you’ll have access to this important debate.
As part of its mission to promote civic involvement, The Henryettan is welcoming public questions for the candidates. Those interested in submitting a question must do so in advance by emailing:
📧 boots@thehenryettan.com
Please include your name, town, and the question you’d like to ask.
📍 Location: Green Country Technology Center, Okmulgee
🗓️ Date: Thursday, May 1, 2025
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM (Doors open at 6:00 PM)
🎥 Live Stream: TheHenryettan.com, Facebook & YouTube
This debate and its live broadcast are made possible thanks to the generous support of our local sponsors who value community engagement and informed decision-making.
HENRYETTA:
Kelch’s Total Comfort, Joy In Life, QuickMed Health, Rheba’s Buds and Blooms, AEB American Exchange Bank, Shoney’s & Cheezie’s Pizza, OK Insure, 3 Bears Sales & Rentals, Burnett Furniture, Don Miguel’s Mexican Restaurant, RE/MAX Double Diamond Properties, The Schack 2.0, and Outcast Tint & Detail
WELEETKA:
Embroidery Plus
OKMULGEE:
Elder Bros Distillery, Work Ready Okmulgee, Green Country Technology
✅ Mark your calendar.
✅ Invite a friend.
✅ Show up. Tune in. Ask a question.
But most of all—vote like your future depends on it.