Saturday, November 8, 2025 –  Families across eastern Oklahoma will soon have the chance to celebrate the holiday season in a calm and welcoming environment as the Pervasive Parenting Center hosts its annual Sensitive Santa events this December.   Sensitive Santa is designed especially for children with autism, sensory sensitivities, or other disabilities who may find traditional holiday visits too overwhelming. With reduced noise, low lighting, and scheduled appointments, ea

Friday, November 7, 2025 - Sequoyah County communities are preparing to honor the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces with a full lineup of Veterans Day events on Tuesday, November 11. Residents across the region will come together for ceremonies, parades, and school programs dedicated to showing appreciation for local veterans. The day begins in Sallisaw with a Quilts of Valor presentation at 9 a.m. at ICTC, followed by the annual Veterans Program

Wednesday, November 5, 2025— Oklahomans in need of assistance have a central hub to find local support through the state’s “Be A Neighbor” portal, a program created by Oklahoma Human Services. The platform links residents to nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and tribal entities offering a wide range of services, from food and housing assistance to child care and more. The portal allows users to search for specific needs and finds organizations within their communities t

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 — A full season of holiday celebrations is just around the corner as the Sallisaw Chamber of Commerce rolls out its lineup of community events for November and December. The festivities begin in November with a collection of beloved community traditions. The annual Veterans Day Ceremony will take place on November 11 at 11 a.m. at the ICTC, honoring those who have served. Next, the holiday shopping season officially kicks off with the Merchant’s Chri

Sunday, November 2, 2025 - The Sequoyah County Resource Network is once again preparing to host Sequoyah County’s 11th annual free Community Thanksgiving Dinner, offering a warm and welcoming celebration for anyone wishing to enjoy a holiday meal among friends and neighbors. The event will take place on Wednesday, November 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sallisaw Middle School Cafeteria, and all community members are invited to attend at no cost. Organizers say their goal

Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. and Deputy Chief Bryan Warner on Tuesday declared a state of emergency due to food insecurity caused by the federal government shutdown, making over $6.75 million in emergency relief funding available. Saturday, November 1, 2025 —   The Cherokee Nation has declared a state of emergency after federally enhanced SNAP benefits for low-income households abruptly ended on Saturday, November 1, creating widespread concerns about food

Friday, October, 31, 2025 —  Residents of Muldrow can take advantage of the town’s annual Town-wide Cleanup from Monday, Nov. 3, through Friday, Nov. 7. The event will run each day from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. at a dumpster located behind the Muldrow Municipal Offices. The cleanup is free for Muldrow residents, who must present a current Muldrow utility bill to verify their address. Commercial haulers and contractors are not permitted to use the dumpster. Each load should be limited

Thursday, October 30, 2025 -  The Cherokee Nation Career Services team is hosting an in-person hiring and child care enrollment event for the Sallisaw Child Development Center on Tuesday, Nov. 4, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Carl Albert State College’s Sallisaw campus. Parents looking for quality child care and those exploring careers in early childhood education are invited to attend. Staff will be available to help with applications, explain program eligibility, and provide

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 -  Cherokee Nation Public Health will host several flu vaccination clinics in communities throughout Sequoyah County in November to help residents prepare for the upcoming flu season. The vaccination clinics will be offered at community and senior centers across the county, making it easier for individuals and families to access preventive care close to home. No appointments are required, and vaccines will be available while supplies last. Cherokee

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 — Art, history, and myth will converge in downtown Sallisaw on Friday, October 31, at 11:45 a.m., as Sallisaw Main Street unveils a striking new mural at Pocket Park. The artwork pays tribute to Charles Arthur “Pretty Boy” Floyd, a Sequoyah County native whose name became legend during the Great Depression. To some, Floyd was a notorious outlaw; to others, a folk hero who struck back at the banks that had broken so many families. Nearly a century af