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Vian man is found safe after missing for 43 days
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Vian man is found safe after missing for 43 days
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
July 17, 2024
Vian resident Christopher “Chris” Blackmer has been found safe and returned home after being reported missing by family members 43 days ago, according to Vian Police Chief Mark Harkins. Harkins said o...
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Vian School Board approves contracts, staffing
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
July 17, 2024
The Vian Board of Education convened for its regular meeting on June 10, where Superintendent John Brockman gave a report on the progress of the new high school construction. The meeting then proceede...
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Chaplain joins Vian Police Department
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Chaplain joins Vian Police Department
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
July 17, 2024
Vian’s Board of Trustees voted to appoint Buddy Hunt as a certified police chaplain for the Vian Police Department during their June 17 regular monthly meeting. Vian Police Chief Mark Harkins said Hun...
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Lease hopes ‘third time a charm’
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Lease hopes ‘third time a charm’
By LYNN ADAMS SPECIAL TO THE NEWS 
July 17, 2024
As Logan Lease undoubtedly sees it, the third time’s got to be the charm. After a first year of competing in the kids division in 2022, then finishing third nationally a year ago in the teen division,...
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Concert is Saturday at Vian Amphitheater
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Concert is Saturday at Vian Amphitheater
July 17, 2024
Doing their part to grow and boost entertainment venues at the Amphitheater at Armstrong Park, the town of Vian has scheduled a second encore live music performance with the Mule Kick Reckoning band. ...
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Gore’s trash service days are now split
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Gore’s trash service days are now split
July 10, 2024
Beginning July 1, the town of Gore’s trash service days will be split into two separate days, per the town’s waste management service provider. Residents and businesses north of the intersection of Hi...
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Bank depositories approved for investing county funds
By LYNN ADAMS SPECIAL TO THE NEWS 
July 10, 2024
When it comes to investing county funds in order to receive the highest possible rate of interest, there’s no shortage of options for the Sequoyah County Commissioners. The commissioners last Monday a...
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Judge: Ag Department ignored poultry farm impacts
By KELLY BOSTIAN OK ECO. PROJECT 
July 10, 2024
A Delaware County District Court Judge has ruled that the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry irresponsibly allowed large poultry farms to be built in a sensitive watershed without p...
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Authorities continue to search for Blackmer
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Authorities continue to search for Blackmer
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
July 10, 2024
A Vian man has been reported as an endangered/ missing adult after having no contact with family members or friends in several weeks. Vian Police Chief Mark Harkins said Christopher “Chris” Blackmer, ...
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Trustees approve contracts, accept resignations in meeting
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Trustees approve contracts, accept resignations in meeting
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
July 3, 2024
Gore’s Board of Trustees addressed several items crucial to community development and maintenance during its regular monthly meeting on June 18. The proceedings began with the unanimous approval of th...
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New director named for county emergency management
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New director named for county emergency management
By LYNN ADAMS SPECIAL TO THE NEWS 
July 3, 2024
Brad Taylor, who has “always been in public service my whole career,” has been named director for Sequoyah County Emergency Management (SCEM). He replaces Jonathan Teague, who left two weeks ago. Teag...
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McPhail assumes role for Greater Tenkiller Area Association
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McPhail assumes role for Greater Tenkiller Area Association
July 3, 2024
In a move set to bolster regional tourism and community engagement, Gena McPhail has assumed the role of executive director for the Greater Tenkiller Area Association (GTAA). McPhail brings a wealth o...
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Concerts will continue at Vian Amphitheater through October
July 3, 2024
Doing their part to grow and boost entertainment venues at the Amphitheater at Armstrong Park, the town of Vian has scheduled a live music performance for later this month. The Mule Kick Reckoning ban...
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Area fireworks displays
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Area fireworks displays
July 3, 2024
Thursday, July 4 • Fourth of July in Sallisaw, Sallisaw High School • Fourth of July in Muldrow, VFW Post 8384 and Auxiliary. Games and activities start at 3:30 p.m. Plate meal for $5 beginning at 6 p...
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We Asked Kids…
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We Asked Kids…
August 16, 2023
Andi Woods Age 5, Vian What’s your favorite school supply? Big glue sticks so I can glue things together! What school supply do you think your teacher uses most? Crayons. What’s the best part about go...
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Vian’s Favorite Daughter: Meda ‘Posie’ Holt
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Vian’s Favorite Daughter: Meda ‘Posie’ Holt
August 16, 2023
Meda “Posie” Holt was chosen as one of Vian’s Favorite Daughters for 2023. Although humble beginning afforded her, Holt always made the most of life. She was one of 12 children born to Frank and Minni...
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Hooper, uncle in custody following Facebook post
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Hooper, uncle in custody following Facebook post
By Amie Cato-Remer 
August 16, 2023
Vian Police use social media to find suspect Two men have been arrested following a post on social media by the Vian Police Department regarding felony warrants issued for the arrest of a Vian man. Br...
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Webbers Falls prepares for holiday season, contracts renewed
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
August 16, 2023
Trustees approves multiple measures for community development, policing July meeting The Town of Webbers Falls gathered for its regular meeting on July 11 to discuss and take action on various importa...
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Cookson collision claims life of one
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
August 16, 2023
A collision that reportedly occurred on Saturday afternoon, 10 miles north of Vian, has claimed the life of a Cookson man, according to an accident report issued by Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP). The ...
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Bridge replacement planned; speed limit reduced near lake
By LYNN ADAMS SPECIAL TO THE NEWS 
August 16, 2023
Sequoyah County District 1 Commissioner Ray Watts is taking steps to replace a problematic low-water bridge in the southeastern part of the county with a steel span bridge, a project that will also st...
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Garden of Memories cemetery board thanks VCF for grant
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Garden of Memories cemetery board thanks VCF for grant
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
April 22, 2026
The Vian Garden of Memories Cemetery Board is expressing its appreciation to the Vian Community Foundation (VCF) for a recent grant that has helped enhance the cemetery’s appearance, while also lookin...
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Tyson renews contracts with Illinois River farmers
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Tyson renews contracts with Illinois River farmers
By EMMA ROWLAND GAYLORD NEWS 
April 22, 2026
TULSA – Rep. David Hardin, R-Stilwell said a Tyson representative confirmed the company would renew contracts with Oklahoma farmers despite a federal judge rejection on Wednesday of a proposed settlem...
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Vian’s Kynlee Wren selected for State FFA Convention chorus
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Vian’s Kynlee Wren selected for State FFA Convention chorus
April 22, 2026
Kynlee Wren of the Vian FFA Chapter, has been selected to perform at the 100th annual State FFA Convention as part of the 2026 Chorus. She is one of 100 talented FFA members selected to perform at the...
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Veterans home begins full admission process
April 22, 2026
The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs (ODVA) has announced that the Sallisaw Veterans Home has passed its federal recognition survey, and has begun its full admissions process for eligible veter...
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Officers read to students
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Officers read to students
April 22, 2026
Webbers Falls students had a great surprise at a recent after school event, when Officers Elkins and Yerby from the Webbers Falls Police Department stopped by to read to them. COURTESY
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