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Man who shot police officer captured
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March 19, 2025
Man who shot police officer captured
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor

A man wanted for shooting a Webbers Falls Police officer on Sunday reportedly shot himself in a Walmart parking lot in New Mexico on Monday morning as authorities there tried to take him into custody.

Billy W. Williams, 46, described as armed and extremely dangerous, shot a female Webbers Falls Police officer Sunday evening after she stopped him for speeding. According to reports, the officer was shot in the face and treated at a nearby hospital. Her injuries were not life-threatening and she’s been released from the hospital.

Following the shooting, it was alleged that Williams may have been staying at a residence in Porum, but that lead later proved to be false.

Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP) issued a blue alert for Williams on Sunday night on behalf of the Webbers Falls Police Department in Muskogee County, giving a description of the suspect and what he was driving.

He was first said to have been driving a 2001 GMC Yukon that was later found abandoned by OHP. Williams then changed vehicles and was reported to be driving a white Nissan Altima.

Williams traveled all the way to Grants, N.M. where authorities there found him parked in the Walmart parking lot. As officers tried to talk to him, they reportedly heard a gunshot and found that Williams had allegedly shot himself in the stomach.

He was transported to an Albuquerque hospital where he was listed in stable condition.

As of press time, the Federal Bureau of Investigation is continuing to investigate the case.

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 awar...
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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...
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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. ...
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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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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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Foundation announces $20,000 STEM scholarship for college students
February 4, 2026
The Ragland Family Education Foundation is excited to announce that the application process for its $20,000 scholarship program is now open. The scholarship is aimed at supporting students pursuing hi...
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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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