In the peaceful countryside near Gore, Pete Henderson has become something of a local legend—not for any grand accolades, but for the quiet, steady way he passes down his wisdom to his grandkids. Sinc...

Just outside of Roland, on a stretch of land bordered by rolling hills and winding streams, you’ll find Mike Sanders in his element: among his cattle, tending to the land, and passing on knowledge fro...

Gore resident Scott Thompson has spent his summer paddling through the waters of Sequoyah and Cherokee counties, sharing his love for kayaking and raising awareness about protecting Oklahoma’s waterwa...

Roland resident Hank Williamson is keeping an ancient tradition alive. As a Cherokee basket weaver, Williamson’s hands have become skilled instruments, preserving a craft passed down through generatio...

Just outside of Muldrow, the sound of wrenches turning, engines revving and the unmistakable scent of motor oil signal the start of a cherished family tradition for Brian Matthews. A lifelong car enth...

After 32 years of working under the vast Wyoming skies, tending to cattle and braving the rugged terrain, Tom Patterson has traded in his cowboy boots for a quieter life in Gore. The transition from t...

Just outside of Sallisaw, a young housewife named Laura Jennings is cultivating more than just a garden— she's nurturing a dream of self-sufficiency and sustainable living for her family. Laura, along...

Jeff Cotner, of Vian, is a man of many trades. Even with a Harvard Law School degree, completed Ironman competitions on every continent, and extraordinary photography under his belt, Cotner has chosen...

In Sequoyah County, the start of the school year brings a flurry of excitement and nerves, but for one Muldrow family, it also brings family stories from a different time and place. Mary Stevens, or “...

This summer, Emily Johnson of Roland had the adventure of a lifetime. The 19-year-old sophomore at the University of Oklahoma, who graduated from Roland High School and is studying to become a teacher...

This August, Sallisaw resident Chris Richardson will celebrate his 40th birthday. For Richardson, this milestone holds special significance given the challenges he has faced and overcome. His life is ...

At 90 years old, Mary Wilson is a cherished resident of Vian, known for her extraordinary contributions to healthcare. Working as a nurse in Fort Smith for 45 years, Wilson’s dedication and compassion...

For Vian resident Ryan Morris, service to his country is not just an abstract idea but a practical reality. “My father taught me the importance of hard work and dedication,' Morris recalls, reflecting...

In Sequoyah County, a local artist named Sarah Thompson has quietly been making a vibrant mark on her community. Though she might not be a professional artist, her passion for painting and her generou...

For Gore resident Jacob Martin, a recent trip to Cherokee, N.C., was more than just a family vacation—it was a profound journey into his roots. Martin and his wife, Allison, deeply proud of their Cher...

David Anderson’s two-year project of rebuilding a 1967 Chevy Nova was more than just a mechanical endeavor—it was a deeply personal journey filled with humorous mishaps and touching memories of his la...

For Jean-Luc Dupont, a professor of art history from Toulouse, France, his three-month stay in Sallisaw is more than just a stop on his cross-country tour of the United States — it feels like a second...

For Mary Thompson, turning 99 “ain't nothing but a thang.” This Roland resident, who just celebrated her 99th birthday, says she is determined to make it past the 100-year mark to become a centenarian...

They say that ‘creating art for the sake of art is death,’ but for Lisa Williams of Sallisaw, her Cherokee heritage is intricately woven into the very fabric of her identity. “Embracing my culture isn...

For John Turner, life has always been a blend of hard work and passion, qualities that defined his career and now enrich his retirement. A native of Jacksonville, Fla., Turner spent over three decades...