Celebrating a renewal of Tribal Nation partnerships in Oklahoma with USDA

By KENNETH CORN USDA RURAL DEV. STATE DIR. FOR OK

Since my start at USDA Rural Development, I have made it a priority to support critical investments with our 39 Tribal partners across Oklahoma. I’m a firm believer that when fully embrace the rich heritage and Tribal sovereignty of our partners in Indian Country, we can see incredible benefits for all Oklahomans!

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‘Great possibilities’ for county if voters approve lodging tax

Great expectations

By Lynn Adams Staff Writer

December 3, 2024

If Sequoyah County voters view the county’s proposed 4% lodging tax — which is paid only by those who rent overnight accommodations within the county — the same way District 3 Commissioner Jim Rogers ...

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Sallisaw man found in possession of child pornography

By Amie Cato-Remer Editor

December 3, 2024

A Sallisaw man was reportedly found to be in possession of juvenile pornography following an investigation by Sallisaw Police. John E. Starks, 33, was charged on Nov. 12 in Sequoyah County District Co...

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Governor fires Cabinet secretary for attending court hearing in poultry pollution lawsuit

By NURIA MARTINEZ-KEEL OKLAHOMA VOICE

December 3, 2024

OKLAHOMA CITY — Gov. Kevin Stitt has fired his energy and environment secretary for appearing in court for a lawsuit against poultry companies accused of polluting Oklahoma waters. Stitt announced on ...

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Moffett School celebrates Thanksgiving

December 3, 2024

Moffett Public School held its annual Thanksgiving dinner last week, and students said it was delicious, as always. The school appreciates all the staff who cooked, served and worked so hard to make i...

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Eastside Elementary has Thanksgiving feast

December 3, 2024

Eastside Elementary had a wonderful time at its Thanksgiving dinner last week. The school’s staff and students appreciate Tommie Bowles and her staff, as well as Eastside faculty, who helped make the ...

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Read, write, win in ‘My Favorite Book’ competition

December 3, 2024

The Oklahoma Department of Libraries invites Oklahoma students in fourth grade through 12th to participate in the “My Favorite Book” writing competition. Students attending public, private, charter or...