Warriors mercy rules Welch in first playoff game, will now travel to Weleetka

By DAVID SEELEY SPORTS EDITOR

WELCH — The Webbers Falls Warriors made sure the 2023 postseason did not end the way it did in 2022 — losing their Class B opening-round playoff game.

There was no chance of that happening as the Warriors routed the host Welch Wildcats 64-14 in a game that reached mercy-rule status with 7:18 left in the game.

The Warriors (9-2) will travel to meet the Weleetka Outlaws at 7 p.m. next Friday in a Class B second-round game. The Outlaws (10-1) blanked Barnsdall 46-0 Friday night at home in their p...

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Cole’s bipartisan reputation gets put to the test in Trump’s partisan Washington

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If you ask lawmakers to describe Rep. Tom Cole and his more than 20 years of service in the House, Republicans and Democrats will both give him praise. Knowledgeable. A bipartisan negotiator. A friend...

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Gov. Kevin Stitt vetoed 14 bills last week, often citing concerns that the legislation would grow state government or expand bureaucracy. Among the rejected legislation is House Bill 1137, which autho...

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Drake trial set in Gans double murder

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Warner inducted into Hall of Fame, Teacher of the Year named

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May 8, 2025

Sallisaw Public Schools held its inaugural Stars & Legacies event on April 30, honoring dedicated employees with 15 or more years of service and recognizing outstanding staff across all experience lev...

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Emilee Edwards

By Amie Cato-Remer Editor

May 8, 2025

At just 25 years old, Emilee Edwards of Vian is already making her mark as a passionate artist, dedicated cultural advocate and proud member of a close-knit community. A graduate of Connors State Coll...