Cherokee Nation TERO turns 40; creates prosperity across Cherokee Nation reservation

By Chuck Hoskin Jr. Cherokee Nation Principal Chief

Like many tribes across the United States, Cherokee Nation operates a Tribal Employment Rights Office (TERO) program to prioritize contracting with businesses that are owned by and employ Native Americans. I am proud to celebrate the 40th year of our TERO program, which stands tall as one of the most respected throughout Indian Country. It is a stellar example of tribal self-determination and economic empowerment.

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Public forum for mayoral hopefuls moved to Feb. 2

By Lynn Adams Staff Writer

January 22, 2026

The public forum that will provide a venue for Sallisaw mayoral candidates to present their case to voters will begin at 6 p.m. Monday, February 2, at the People Inc. Conference Center, 204 S. J.T. St...

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A year later, search continues for Baker

‘It’s still like it’s the first day’ for eternally hopeful mother

By Lynn Adams Staff Writer

January 22, 2026

Saturday marks the one-year anniversary of Justin Dewayne Baker’s disappearance when the vehicle in which he was riding plunged into the Arkansas River in Sequoyah County’s Paw Paw Bottoms area. The s...

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Muldrow man arrested on rape charge

By Barnes

January 22, 2026

A Muldrow man was arrested and booked into the Sebastian County Adult Detention Center at 6:55 a.m. on Saturday morning for the alleged rape of a minor under the age of 14, according to court document...

Business, News

Millison Casting is Member of the Month

January 22, 2026

Millison Casting Technology has been named the Sallisaw Chamber of Commerce’s Member of the Month for January. Millison is a high-pressure die casting manufacturer established in Sallisaw on June 9, 2...

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JUST FOLKS

Kelsei Kennedy

By Amie Cato-Remer Editor

January 22, 2026

Life is rarely quiet at Kelsei Kennedy’s home, and that’s just the way she likes it. Kennedy, 34, of Lake Tenkiller, balances a full-time career with Progressive Auto Insurance and the nonstop rhythm ...

Sports

Fishing Report for January 21, 2026

January 22, 2026

GRAND: Jan. 17. Elevation is normal and stable. The water temperature is 47 degrees and murky. Largemouth bass fair on crankbaits and plastic baits around brush structure, points and shorelines. Blue ...