Vian receives funds for new pickleball court

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September 11, 2024

The town of Vian recently received a $39,000 donation from the Cherokee Nation to construct a new pickleball court. Pictured (from left) is Vian Mayor Dennis Fletcher, town administrator Keith Boshers, and Vian Trustee and Cherokee Councilor, E.O. “Jr.” Smith, presenting the check.

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Sample ballots are now available for November 5 election

October 9, 2024

Sample ballots are now available for the November 5 election. Voters can download a sample ballot using the State Election Board OK Voter Portal at oklahoma.gov/elections/ ovp or pick up a copy at the...

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SCWA announces water rate increase

October 9, 2024

The Sequoyah County Water Association (SCWA) at its regular monthly meeting on Aug. 27, voted to increase water rates to its customers. The board of directors reviewed several proposals before making ...

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Burnin’ Down Main Street

October 9, 2024

Vian’s 7th annual Burnin’ Down Main Street was held Saturday in downtown Vian featuring a car show, burnout competition, cornhole tournament, live music and good food. Winners of the car show and burn...

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Vian man charged after being refused alcohol

By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor

October 9, 2024

A Vian man is charged with battery/assault and battery on a police officer and driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol after he was reportedly refused alcohol at a Vian convenienc...

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Eyeglass donations being accepted

October 9, 2024

Anyone wishing to donate old or no longer used eyeglasses can do so by dropping them off at the Vian Lions Club donation box, located in front of the old Vian Town Hall on Thornton Street. The Lions w...

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Evening Shade Turkey Shoot is Saturday

October 9, 2024

There will be a Turkey Shoot at 11 a.m. on Oct. 12, at the Evening Shade Community Building, 453929 E. 995 Rd., Vian. The bullets that will be supplied are .22 long rifle, and 12 gauge 2 ¾ (only). No ...

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Annual Douglas School Reunion set for Oct. 11, 12, 13

October 9, 2024

The sixth annual Douglas School Reunion has been scheduled for October 11, 12 and 13, at Murphy’s Mountain, 449010 E. 979 Road, Vian. “It is that time again for our annual Douglas School Reunion,” Den...

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A Philbrook field trip for Gifted & Talented

October 9, 2024

Vian Middle School’s Gifted & Talented students enjoyed a field trip recently to the Philbrook Museum of Art and The Gathering Place park in Tulsa.

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Settlemyre recognized

October 9, 2024

The town of Gore recently acknowledged clerk Lisa Settlemyre’s (center) recognition by the Oklahoma Municipal League as a subject matter expert, inviting her to join the Open Records Insight Panel at ...

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Ombudsman Program celebrating residents in long-term care

By October is Resident Rights month

October 9, 2024

The Ombudsman Program would like to recognize Residents’ Rights Month which is celebrated each October and is designated by the National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care. Each year highlights...

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Area blood drives to be held

October 9, 2024

Our Blood Institute (OBI) will be hosting blood drives this month. Donors will receive a free glow in the dark “Peoplejuice” T-shirt while supplies last. Sallisaw Walmart will hold theirs on Oct. 11 f...