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Arrest warrant issued in Peeping Tom offense
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
February 4, 2026
A Vian man has been accused of taking non-consensual photographs of a juvenile and is facing a Peeping Tom charge following an investigation by law enforcement. An arrest warrant has been issued for K...
Town of Gore opens winter warming stations
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Town of Gore opens winter warming stations
February 4, 2026
As winter weather settles into the area, the Town of Gore has opened warming shelters and is urging residents to use caution on area roadways while looking out for vulnerable neighbors. Town officials...
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Eagle tours at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
February 4, 2026
Eagle Tours at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Vian are scheduled for February 7, 14, 21 and 28, and March 7. For more info, call the Refuge at 918-773-5251.
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Webb faces charge after $97,000 seized in I-40 traffic stop
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
February 4, 2026
An Oklahoma City man is scheduled to appear Wednesday on a felony disposition docket in Sequoyah County District Court following a traffic stop that resulted in the seizure of nearly $98,000 in cash. ...
CN awarded nearly $773,000 for Illinois River Watershed conservation planning
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CN awarded nearly $773,000 for Illinois River Watershed conservation planning
February 4, 2026
The Cherokee Nation will receive $772,914 from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to develop a comprehensive conservation and restoration plan for the Illinois River Watershed. The funding awarded through the America’s Ecosystem Restoration Initiative will enable the tribe to lead a two-year planning project, bringing together partners across Oklahoma and Arkansas to address critical conser...
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Early voting begins February 5
February 4, 2026
Early voting begins Thursday, February 5, for voters in Sequoyah County. Voters who will not be able to make it to the polls on Election Day, have the option of voting early at their County Election B...
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2026 Sequoyah County 4-H events
February 4, 2026
Feb. 7 - Horse and Dog Communications Contest. Feb. 27 - March 1 - Innovate Leadership Summit. March 7 - Rising Leaders Conference. March 28-29 - Shooting Sports instructor training. April 22 - Oklaho...
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Bill seeks to reduce guardrails on alligator ownership, breeding
By BARBARA HOBEROCK OKLAHOMA VOICE 
February 4, 2026
OKLAHOMA CITY – Alligators could be raised as pets and for food under an Oklahoma bill pending before lawmakers. Senate Bill 2087, by Sen. Jonathan Wingard, R-Ada, would allow the raising of alligator...
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Sequoyah County Jr. Livestock Show schedule announced
February 4, 2026
The 61st annual Sequoyah County Junior Livestock Show will be held Feb. 4 and 5, with the Premium Sale taking place on Feb. 6 at the Sequoyah County Fairgrounds. The annual event is a standing traditi...
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Justice system working for great-grandmother
By LYNN ADAMS SPECIAL TO THE NEWS 
February 4, 2026
Anne Griffin’s hopelessness has been transformed to hope months after she was sure she’d never see the $17,500 she prepaid Timothy Burchett for home repairs in the wake of the September 23 storm that ...
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CASC announces fall honor rolls
February 4, 2026
Carl Albert State College (CASC) is excited to announce the students named to the President’s and Vice President’s Honor Rolls for the Fall 2025 semester. This prestigious recognition is awarded to st...
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Mother Nature snows out basketball, powerlifting
By David Seeley Sports Editor 
February 4, 2026
Mother Nature was the big winner last week as her winter storm played havoc on Webbers Falls basketball and Gore powerlifting. The Webbers Falls basketball teams had their Riverside Conference road ga...
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Harris comments on OK Horse Racing Commission audit
February 4, 2026
OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Horse Racing Commission (OHRC) recently released a long-awaited forensic audit of its OKBred account. The audit, which Rep. Erick Harris, R-Edmond, received and reviewed a...
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Survive
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Survive
By Pastor Tim Perkins First Southern Baptist Church, Gore 
February 4, 2026
Here it is. February has arrived. We survived the artic temperature of the last half of January. With those temperatures came the drifts of snow and a little ice. We survived that also. Now what about...
God’s Formula for Answered Prayer
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God’s Formula for Answered Prayer
By Shirley R. Watts 
February 4, 2026
“And whatever you ask in My name, that I will do, that the Father may be glorifiedintheSon. Ifyouaskanything in My name, I will do it” (John 14:12-15). Christian, how often do you pray to the God of H...
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Judgement Day
By Pastor Reggie Kelley, Blackgum Christian Union Church 
February 4, 2026
JUDGEMENT DAY IS COMING! FACE JESUS CHRIST AS YOUR REDEEMER AND SAVIOR—HE IS THE RIGHTEOUS JUDGE! ALL KNEES SHALL BOW BEFORE JESUS CHRIST! Matthew 12:35-37 35A good man out of the good treasure of the...
Channel of God’s Blessing
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Channel of God’s Blessing
By Shirley R. Watts 
January 28, 2026
From God’s Word “But his delight is in the law of the Lord, And in His law he meditates day and night” “He shall be like a tree Planted by the rivers of water, That brings forth its fruit in its seaso...
Preparation-Winterpocalypse ‘26
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Preparation-Winterpocalypse ‘26
By First Southern Baptist Church, Gore 
January 28, 2026
There is absolutely nothing (and I mean nothing) that will (not can, could or might) cause confusion, chaos or (but most likely AND) just plain pandemonium and panic like the mentioning of the two sim...
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Spiritual Strength
January 28, 2026
JESUS CHRIST IS THE WAY MAKER, HE MAKES A WAY WHEN WE MAY THINK IT CANNOT BE DONE! WHEN WE ARE WEAK, JESUS CHRIST IS STRONG! PAUL SAID IT VERY WELL IN THE BIBLE! 2 Corinthians 12:9-21 9And he said unt...
Lifestyle
Knowlton: Rooted in home, making a difference
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Knowlton: Rooted in home, making a difference
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
February 4, 2026
At just 27, Stormie Knowlton of Vian balances many roles—devoted mother, dedicated paraprofessional, and lifelong Sequoyah County resident— all with a quiet determination to make a difference where it...
Gore students hold local livestock show
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Gore students hold local livestock show
February 4, 2026
Gore students recently held a local livestock show, where they did an amazing job showing their livestock projects that they have been working on all year. The students placed as follows: Rhylee Davis...
STEAM activities
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STEAM activities
February 4, 2026
Five middle school students from Webbers Falls Public School recently traveled to Muskogee to help students do some STEAM activities. The students said it was big fun!
Anka makes a visit
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Anka makes a visit
January 28, 2026
Former Gore Band member Anka Leyva recently stopped by Gore Public School’s guitar class. He shared his pedal setup, talked about his passion for music and guitar, and gave students a great look at wh...
Fostering hope
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Fostering hope
January 28, 2026
A huge thank you to Webbers Falls Public School student Elizabeth (right) for organizing a drive in support of Fostering Hope, delivering an incredible collection of essential items. Because of effort...
GHS academic team is runner-up
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GHS academic team is runner-up
January 28, 2026
The Gore High School academic team recently won area runner-up. Next stop is the state tournament! Congrats to these awesome students and Coach Wooten.
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Arrest warrant issued in Peeping Tom offense
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
February 4, 2026
A Vian man has been accused of taking non-consensual photographs of a juvenile and is facing a Peeping Tom charge following an investigation by law enforcement. An arrest warrant has been issued for K...
Town of Gore opens winter warming stations
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Town of Gore opens winter warming stations
February 4, 2026
As winter weather settles into the area, the Town of Gore has opened warming shelters and is urging residents to use caution on area roadways while looking out for vulnerable neighbors. Town officials...
Main, news...
Eagle tours at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
February 4, 2026
Eagle Tours at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Vian are scheduled for February 7, 14, 21 and 28, and March 7. For more info, call the Refuge at 918-773-5251.
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Webb faces charge after $97,000 seized in I-40 traffic stop
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
February 4, 2026
An Oklahoma City man is scheduled to appear Wednesday on a felony disposition docket in Sequoyah County District Court following a traffic stop that resulted in the seizure of nearly $98,000 in cash. ...
Vian’s Drew earns All-State Choir honors, solo performance
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Vian’s Drew earns All-State Choir honors, solo performance
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
February 4, 2026
Vian High School freshman Isaiah Drew has achieved a major musical milestone, earning a coveted spot in the Oklahoma Choral Directors Association (OCDA) All State Choir and being selected as a feature...
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