Lifestyle, News
July 23, 2024
The Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department (OTRD) today released an update on the increased travel and visitation numbers generated by July 4th weekend at Oklahoma State Parks. In total, between J...
Lifestyle
July 18, 2024
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, show off your true colors and let others see who you are and what makes you tick. You are given the spotlight right now to shine and get noticed even more. TAURUS – Apr 21...
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By JACI WALKER STAFF WRITER 
July 11, 2024
Muldrow’s centerpiece of activity is the Muldrow City Park. This park provides a beautiful chunk of nature in the midst of the industry and residences of the rest of the town. With its easy trail loop...
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By JACI WALKER STAFF WRITER 
July 11, 2024
Sequoyah County is home to lovers of the outdoors, and these outdoorsy people have many scenic destinations to explore. One such destination is Armstrong Park in Vian. The park consists of many trail ...
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By JACI WALKER STAFF WRITER 
July 11, 2024
Summertime goes hand-in-hand with the outdoors for many people in Sequoyah County. The town of Sallisaw’s KOA campground provides summer fun for all of those who enjoy the lake, hiking, fishing, or si...
Health, Lifestyle
SALLISAW TOPS
By Billie Anthony 
July 9, 2024
We had 13 attend our meeting Monday. Cindy had the best weight loss this week with 2 pounds gone. Way to go Cindy! Our Lucky Lotto winner was Barbara with a winning of $45. Lucky lady! Since the Lucky...
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A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS
By A Few of My Favorite Things Katina Holland Special to Your TIMES 
July 4, 2024
I don’t think anyone will disagree with me that it’s just hot right now! July has kicked off and we have already had some 100° days and high humidity just makes it worse. I don’t do well with the heat...
Lifestyle
July 4, 2024
¼-½ cup mayonnaise, to taste 2 Tbsps. red wine vinegar ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp. black pepper ¼ tsp. garlic powder 3 cups frozen sweet corn, thawed and drained 1 medium onion, diced 1 medium orange bell peppe...
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July 4, 2024
6 Roma tomatoes, sliced into long quarters 1 head Romaine lettuce ½lb mozzarella balls 1 cup crushed garlic-flavored pita chips or croutons ½ cup torn fresh basil leaves ½ red onion, diced ¼ cup light...
Lifestyle
July 4, 2024
8-12oz vanilla flavor yogurt 3-6 Tbsps. honey, to taste 8 cups seedless watermelon, cubed and drained 1 cantaloupe, cubed and drained 5 cups strawberries, halved 1 cup g r a p e s , washed and halved ...
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July 4, 2024
½lb blueberries, fresh 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved 1 head Romaine lettuce 1 15oz can mandarin oranges in light syrup, drained ½ cup dried cherries ¼ cup red onion ½lb strawberries, fresh ¼ cup almond...
Lifestyle
July 4, 2024
Residents and family should be aware that dehydration can be serious and possibly be life-threatening and may require hospitalization. Dehydration is when your body does not have enough water to funct...
Lifestyle
By TRISHA GEDON OSU EXT. AG. 
July 4, 2024
The summer season is full of fun with outdoor activities such as swimming, riding bikes and catching fireflies. It is also a time for picnics and cookouts, and safety must be paramount to avoid any he...
Lifestyle
July 4, 2024
The Sewing Sisters at Blackgum Harvestime Church are excited to announce that their 15th “Quilts of Past & Present Quilt Show” has been scheduled for Friday, July 26 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday...
Lifestyle
July 2, 2024
Doing their part to grow and boost entertainment venues at the Amphitheater at Armstrong Park, the town of Vian has scheduled a live music performance for later this month. The Mule Kick Reckoning ban...
Health, Lifestyle, News
July 2, 2024
At the National Rural Grocer’s Summit, USDA Rural Development Oklahoma State Director Kenneth Cole announced that USDA and Reinvestment Fund are launching a new program under the Healthy Food Financin...
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By JADE PHILLIPS STAFF WRITER 
June 27, 2024
“There’s nothing for kids to do around here,” is often said by parents when summer time comes around. In small towns it can be hard to find activities for your kids during the summer months. This coul...
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SALLISAW TOPS
By Billie Anthony 
June 20, 2024
We had 15 members and one visitor show up for TOPS Monday. Karen had the best weight loss of 2.4 pounds for the week. Way to go, Karen! Annette’s name was drawn for the Two Bit Bowl but she had a slig...
Lifestyle, News
June 18, 2024
The 43rd Sequoyah County Oklahoma Home & Community Education (OHCE) Quilt Show, Craft Table and Bake Sale is set for Friday and Saturday at the county fairgrounds. The event will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. F...
Lifestyle, News
June 11, 2024
There will be pressure canning training on June 25 at the Vian Community Center at Armstrong Park. It will be a free, four-hour class beginning at 10 a.m. with a 10-person limit. Call the OSU Extensio...