June 16, 2025

logo
google_play
app_store
Login Subscribe
  • News
    • Obituaries
    • Lifestyle
    • Opinions
  • Sports
  • E-edition
    • Special Sections
  • Calendar
  • Archives
  • Contact
    • Contact Us
    • Advertisers
    • Form Submission
    • About Us
    • News
      • Obituaries
      • Lifestyle
      • Opinions
    • Sports
    • E-edition
      • Special Sections
    • Calendar
    • Archives
    • Contact
      • Contact Us
      • Advertisers
      • Form Submission
      • About Us
Justus
A: Main, Just Folks, Main, News
July 13, 2023
JUST FOLKS

Justus Christie

By Amie Cato-Remer Editor 

Justus Christie of Vian, better known by his nickname “Tuffy” is a busy man.

Justus Christie of Vian, better known by his nickname “Tuffy” is a busy man.

At age 34, he’s in the process of obtaining his Masters degree, running a mowing business, being a father, and closing on the sale of his first home so he can construct another.

When he’s not working, he said he enjoys hunting and fishing, spending time with his family and daughter, and coaching youth baseball.

Christie graduated from Vian High School in 2007, where he was a member of the Vian Wolverine baseball team. He said he always had a love for the game and that love spilled over to adulthood.

“I have been coaching youth baseball for the past 13 to 14 years now,” Christie said. “It has always been one of my favorite things to do. I think it’s a great activity for all ages and some- thing the family can enjoy as a whole.”

He went on to attend Northeastern State University and has worked for Carl Albert State College State Assessment Services for the past 13 years, where he says he utilizes assessments in order to match up clients with appropriate Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) programs.

Christie also has his own business, Christie’s Lawn Service, where he mows, sprays and takes care of yards and other outdoor needs, for both residential and commercial customers.

“When I first started my business, I was mowing all over Sequoyah County,” he said. “But since I’ve been trying to finish my Masters of Education in psychometry from Southwestern Oklahoma State University in Weatherford, I’ve had to reduce my client intake. I just mow in the Vian and Tenkiller areas now because it’s close to home.”

Christie said Psychometry is the assessment side of psychology.

“I’ll give those assessments to determine learning disabilities and behavioral problems,” he said.

Christie said he purchased his first home 10 years ago at an early age.

“My house is located on what they call “Old Mail Route Road,” just south of Moonshine Highway, north of Vian,” he said. “I just sold it and the closing date is fast approaching, but I’ll still be living there for the next few weeks.”

Christie said he owns land not far from where the house is located and hopes to construct a new residence for himself and his daughter, Parker, who is three.

“I plan to build a house on my property soon, but most likely it will be next summer,” he said.

Christie said he also enjoys fishing, and hunting both deer and turkey.

“I’m more addicted to hunting these days,” he said. “But my favorite thing to do is just spend time with my little girl and my family.”

Just Folks is Your TIMES way of honoring the regular people of Sequoyah County, recognizing their unique talents, personalities, jobs, abilities, etc. Your TIMES appreciates the cooperation of each Just Folks and the public’s nominations for this feature. If you know of someone you think might be a good story, contact Amie at 918-775-4433.

this is a test{"epopulate_editorials":"Epopulate"}{"sequoyah-county-times":"Sequoyah County Times"}
City adopts $91M budget for FY26
A: Main, Main, News
City adopts $91M budget for FY26
Ollie’s Bargain Center coming to Sallisaw
By Lynn Adams Staff Writer 
June 12, 2025
The City of Sallisaw will be working with a budget of almost $91 million for the fiscal year that ends June 30, 2026, after city commissioners at their monthly meeting Monday adopted a budget for the ...
this is a test
Roland Police apprehend armed robbery suspect
A: Main, Main, News
Roland Police apprehend armed robbery suspect
By Amie Cato-Remer Editor 
June 12, 2025
A man wanted in connection with an armed robbery and domestic battery in Fort Smith, Ark. is now in custody after being apprehended last week across the state line in Oklahoma. Kenneth M. Byrd, 28, of...
this is a test{"epopulate_editorials":"Epopulate"}{"sequoyah-county-times":"Sequoyah County Times"}
Sallisaw man dies weeks after collision
A: Main
Sallisaw man dies weeks after collision
By Amie Cato-Remer Editor 
June 12, 2025
A Sallisaw man has reportedly died nearly four weeks after a serious motorcycle crash on Highway 82 near South Indian Road in Keys. The collision, which occurred on the evening of May 2, has now been ...
this is a test{"epopulate_editorials":"Epopulate"}{"sequoyah-county-times":"Sequoyah County Times"}
Here’s your sign
News
Here’s your sign
June 12, 2025
A high-flying crew, hoisted by a crane, on Wednesday completed installation of signage drawing attention to 7Brew Drive Thru Coffee, Taco Bell and Whataburger, located on South Kerr Boulevard in Salli...
this is a test
Today’s the day when  superstition is highest
A: Main, Main, News
Today’s the day when superstition is highest
It's Friday the 13th
By Lynn Adams Staff Writer 
June 12, 2025
Are you superstitious? No? Are you sure? Do you knock on wood or never open an umbrella indoors or never walk under a ladder or avoid breaking a mirror or avoid stepping on a crack in the sidewalk or ...
this is a test
Savannah Cunningham
A: Main, Just Folks, Main, ...
JUST FOLKS
Savannah Cunningham
By JACIE EUBANKS TIMES INTERN 
June 12, 2025
Savannah Cunningham, at only 18-years-old, has already attained the crowning achievement of becoming the second runner-up for the Strawberry Queen Pageant during the 78th annual Strawberry Festival in...
this is a test{"epopulate_editorials":"Epopulate"}{"sequoyah-county-times":"Sequoyah County Times"}



SEQUOYAH COUNTY TIMES
111 N. Oak
Sallisaw OK
74955

918.775.4433

This site complies with ADA requirements

© 2023 Sequoyah County Times

  • Contact
  • Privacy
  • Accessibility Policy