James 1:3 “Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience.” There is an old saying, “You can’t tell the inside from the outside.” And that is very true. There was a man James Ryle who wa...

Matthew Reaves Age 10, Vian Of all the things you’re learning, what will be the most useful as an adult? Smart stuff, like math and English. What is the hardest thing about being a kid? Being good! I...

Cherokee Nation has announced the acquisition of Dwight Mission in Sequoyah County. The historic property has been utilized by Dwight Presbyterian Mission Inc. for camp and conference activities since...

Cason Wright, son of Tommy and Ronda Wright attended and graduated from the 47th Cadet Lawman Academy held at Connors State College Campus in Warner. Graduation ceremonies were held at the Warner Even...

A Gore man was denied bond after reportedly being charged in Sequoyah County District Court with a felony count of sexual battery. William E. McKinley, 56, was formally charged on June 15 and is await...

I think all the women in the wedding felt like models, strutting our stuff with the professional hair and make-up. I agreed to the fake eyelashes even though I’d had a bad experience before.They assur...

A GoFundMe account was set up on June 15 for former Vian business owner, Ed Landers, who has been diagnosed with cancer. His daughter, Stephanie Lander, is organizing the fundraiser for her father, wh...

When you believe and act on God’s anointed word, the anointing will break the yoke of bondage and set you free in every area of your life. Isaiah 10:27...the voice shall be destroyed because of the an...

Medical marijuana has become such a booming business locally and across the state that foreign investors are wanting to get in on the action, although it may be illegal for some of them to do so. Ther...

The City of Sallisaw has announced that it will temporarily close Brushy Lake Park beginning Monday, Sept. 13. The City will close the park to allow for much needed renovations to the electric and wat...

Thank God! The prince of this world is overcome! Give God the glory!Jesus Christ won the war! As Christians-we must win our battles-whatever comes! John 16:1-33 1 These things have I spoken unto you, ...

THE Conventions of a number of the States, having at the time of their adopting the Constitution, expressed a desire, in order to prevent mis construction or abuse of its powers, that further declarat...

The deadline for the July 7 issue of the Vian Tenkiller NEWS has been moved to 12 noon, Thursday, July 1. The NEWS will be closed Friday, July 2, through Monday, July 5, in celebration of the July 4th...

During June 4 through June 8, the Sequoyah County law enforcement tended to 140 traffic stops, 21 animal calls, and 5 medical emergencies. They also responded to domestic calls. Following is a list of...

Eastern Oklahoma State College has announced honor rolls for the spring 2021 semester. There were 92 students named to the President’s Honor Roll, which requires a 4.0 grade point average in 12 or mor...

Editor’s note: If the age does not appear next to a name, it was not listed in the court record. Felony Docket Delbert W. Armington, 32, Roland: DUI–alcohol. Marquez Carroll, 23, Houston, Tex.: Burgla...

Carl Albert State College has released the Vice President’s Honor Roll. Students listed earned a 3.0 up to 3.99 GPA during the 2020 Fall semester. Gans: Brylee Haggard and Sydney Richardson. Gore: Lat...

The descendants of Peter Joshua and Ola Warren are going to get together for a family reunion. It will be a potluck dinner. The reunion will take place on Saturday, July 17, at the Gore Senior Center....

Carl Albert State College (CASC) will return to pre-pandemic standard operations, effective immediately. All campus buildings, offices, and services will return to normal, pre-COVID, operating procedu...

The Greater Tenkiller Area Association (GTAA) will host their annual Lake Tenkiller Fireworks Show on Sunday, July 4, beginning at dusk. Fireworks can be seen from Tenkiller State Park or from the wat...