Car show is treat for veterans

The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to The Sunset Club for bringing their car show to the Sallisaw Veterans Home on Saturday evening. The residents truly enjoyed seeing the beautiful vehicles and visiting with everyone who participated. They said they appreciate the Club’s support and the joy they brought to the veterans.

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K9 Joi, founding force of drug program, dies at 12

By Amie Cato-Remer Editor

March 5, 2026

The Sequoyah County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of K9 Joi, the pioneering narcotics detection canine who helped build and define the agency’s K9 program. With what officials described as “he...

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Wright’s case set for Monday docket

By Amie Cato-Remer Editor

March 5, 2026

A Sallisaw woman charged with first-degree manslaughter after a fatal I-40 collision in August 2025 is now scheduled for a Monday felony disposition docket in Sequoyah County District Court, according...

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April Kennedy

By Amie Cato-Remer Editor

March 5, 2026

With a smile that seems to light up every room she enters, April Kennedy has become a familiar and welcoming presence both in her hometown and in the classroom. At 43, the Vian resident is a proud gra...

Tulsa gets conference road win over UTSA

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Tulsa gets conference road win over UTSA

By TULSA MEDIA RELATIONS

March 5, 2026

SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Tulsa (19-10, 11-6 American) secured a 53-41 victory over Texas-San Antonio (13-15, 8-9 American) at Convocation Center on Wednesday night, locking up the No. 4 seed and a double-...

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Students learn knife safety

March 5, 2026

Roland Middle School Home Economics students recently learned the importance of knife safety and proper handling, and explored different types of knives. The students also practiced several cutting te...