Ask the movers and shakers of Sequoyah County about political influence, and they’ll point to the person who held sway during her 32 years serving the county — Helen Edwards. “She’s been the face of t...

An Edmond man was pronounced deceased last Sunday afternoon after jumping off a bluff at the Burnt Cabin cliffs on Tenkiller Lake. Oklahoma Highway Patrol Trooper Stanley Roedenbeck #842 of Troop W re...

The Sequoyah County Fairground’s Avis Jackson Show Arena has a new look! Dirt work and concrete was completed in June for the $35,000 project, which was made financially possible by several contributo...

Kenneth Corn, Oklahoma director for USDA Rural Development, announced last Tuesday that the department is making available more than $12.1 million in infrastructure improvements delivered under the Bi...

The Oklahoma Board of Education denied three lawmakers access to an executive session portion of its meeting Wednesday, even after the state attorney general confirmed they have the right to attend. S...

Ombudsman volunteers are an important part of the Long-Term Care Ombudsmen Program, serving as advocates for residents in nursing homes, assisted living, and residential care facilities. The goal of t...

OKLAHOMA CITY – The State Department of Education will roll out guidelines that require school districts to provide the agency with information about how many undocumented immigrants they serve, Oklah...

The Cherokee Nation Public Health’s Wings Program will have its Lake Vian Trail Run, which will feature a 5k and a 1k fun run, on Aug. 17. The 1K fun run will begin at 7 a.m., followed by the 5k race ...

The Gore Fire Department reported a great turnout at their Gore CPR – AED and First Aid class, held on July 20. The department wishes to thank everyone who helped by sacrificing their time to make the...

August 2 is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the Aug. 27 Gore Special School Proposition, Sequoyah County Election Board Secretary Cindy Osborn said. Osb...

Scammers are once again targeting the Cookson Hills Electric service area. This time, they are not only attempting to swindle money over the phone, but are also making personal visits. According to Br...

The Vian Board of Education convened on July 8 to address issues impacting the district ahead of the upcoming school year, including the approval of budget increases and numerous contracts. Despite no...

A woman with addresses in both Muldrow and Sallisaw has been charged with detaining a female in house of prostitution after she allegedly had two individuals engage in sexual activity with another, in...

The Webbers Falls Board of Trustees addressed several important matters and made key decisions affecting the town’s operations and future during its July 9 meeting. Communications Trustee Jewell Hall ...

OKLAHOMA CITY – Despite a near-total ban on abortion, Oklahoma’s state Legislature saw dozens of bills attempting to impose more restrictions. But none crossed the finish line to become law this sessi...

In the past, the school has received enough donations to provide all students with supplies for the classroom. However, there are a few supplies that students will need to purchase for their personal ...

Webbers Falls’ Board of Trustees convened for a special meeting on June 14 . The less than 30-minute meeting began with a public hearing on the proposed budget for 2024-25, drawing community members a...

Drew family extends thanks Dear Editor, During our loss, the family of Naticia Marie Drew wants to acknowledge and say thanks to all of you, to everyone who reached out to our family during the durati...

The Sequoyah County Resource Network, a collaborative group made up of several organizations and agencies in Sequoyah County, is busy prepping for its 10th annual Back-to-School Rodeo Roundup backpack...

OKLAHOMA CITY — A group of prominent Oklahoma-based tribal officials are demanding an apology from the Atlanta Braves after the team celebrated “Georgia Tribe Night” at its stadium last month. Leaders...