Why we celebrate Juneteenth

By Chuck Hoskin Jr. Cherokee Nation Principal Chief

Juneteenth marks a joyous moment in American history — the final emancipation of enslaved African Americans. This day, recognized every year on June 19, is a celebration of freedom and mark on our national journey toward equality and reconciliation with our difficult past. For the Cherokee Nation, Juneteenth is especially profound as we celebrate an important moment for the United States and also reflect on our own history.

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Sallisaw NOW will ‘continue as if nothing ever happened’ after termination rescinded

After termination rescinded

By Lynn Adams Staff Writer

January 15, 2026

That huge sigh of relief you may have heard midmorning Thursday was reaction by Sallisaw officials and Sallisaw NOW Coalition staff when notice was received from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health ...

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George’s reaches settlement in chicken litter pollution case

In chicken litter pollution case

January 15, 2026

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond on Wednesday announced the State of Oklahoma has reached a settlement agreement with George’s, Inc., re- solving claims related to poultry litter poll...

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Smith brings innovative digital taxidermy business home

To preserve outdoor memories

By Amie Cato-Remer Editor

January 15, 2026

After years spent on the road and across the midwest, a local outdoorsman has returned home with a one-of-a-kind business designed to preserve hunting, fishing and family memories in a way few have ev...

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Sidewalk approved for J.T. Stites to Kerr Blvd.

By Lynn Adams Staff Writer

January 15, 2026

We’re told there’s no such thing as a free ride, but how about a free walk? A free sidewalk, that is. Sallisaw City Commissioners approved this week what amounts to a free sidewalk for the city that w...

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MLK Jr. Day added to city’s holiday list; lifeguards sought

By Lynn Adams Staff Writer

January 15, 2026

Sallisaw City Hall will be closed Monday, January 19, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the first time the city has observed the federal holiday. “That is one of the additional holidays that we've been ...

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Aaron Johnson

By Amie Cato-Remer Editor

January 15, 2026

Aaron Johnson, 66, of Blackgum, said he loves living the simple, country life that Sequoyah County offers. Growing up on Blackgum Mountain north of Vian, Johnson was raised cutting wood, hanging out w...