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...

For Roland resident Greg Williams, patriotism isn't just a concept— it's a deeply ingrained part of his identity. Born and raised in Roland, his early years were steeped in a sense of duty and a profo...

They say "service to others is the greatest form of selflessness" and for Sallisaw-resident Sarah Fitzgerald, servitude is at the core of her life. A compassionate soul with a heart as big as the worl...

They say that we should “let our dreams fly us to the stars” but for one Gans resident, Cynthia Smith, this dream became literal. Born and raised in Sequoyah County, Smith’s early years were shaped by...

After serving as a firefighter in Kansas City for 35 years, Muldrow resident Steve Howser envisioned a peaceful retirement, free from the hustle and bustle of city life. Little did he know that retire...

For Sallisaw resident Johnny Garcia, his patriotism runs deep. A proud veteran of the United States Marines, Garcia says that his time serving, particularly during Operation Desert Storm, is not just ...

At just 19 years old, Robbie Jones of Muldrow has already made a significant impact on the world of athletics, despite navigating the unique challenges presented by Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). His...

Brian Valentine, a resident of Roland, has cattle ranching coursing through his veins. Born into a lineage of grassroots cattle spanning multiple generations, Valentine’s childhood revolved around Sim...

In early 2023, Michelle Johnson, accompanied by her husband Josh and their two children, made the significant decision to uproot their lives in Texas and start afresh in Vian. They were drawn to a pro...

At 5 feet tall, Roland resident and large animal vet Cara White may look lady-like, but those who know her say she is the toughest “guy” around. Originally hailing from Invercargill, New Zealand, Whit...

Micki Kimble and her daughter, Kinzie, are gearing up for an extraordinary adventure—their very first missionary trip to Latvia. Both avid members of First Baptist in Sallisaw, the Kimbles have long f...

In Muldrow, a local hero quietly works to combat a growing epidemic. Matthew “Matt” Blankenship has emerged as a beacon of hope for those grappling with drug addiction. With more than two decades of e...