Thursday, May 14, 2026 —Nearly 25 years after the September 11 terrorist attacks, the Sequoyah County Historical Society will host a special community program centered on memories and experiences from that historic day. The program will be held at 2 p.m., May 17, at the Sequoyah County Historical Society. Fort Smith resident Carmen Taylor will speak about what she saw, heard, and experienced while visiting New York City on September 11, 2001, during the attacks on the World T

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 —This summer, voters across Oklahoma will have the opportunity to express their opinions on State Question 832, which is set to be included on the statewide ballot on June 16, 2026. All registered Oklahoma voters will be eligible to vote on the proposal. If approved, the measure would gradually raise Oklahoma’s minimum wage to $15 per hour by 2029. The proposal would increase the state’s current minimum wage in phases over the coming years and would ti

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 — Some of Sequoyah County’s most dedicated educators were honored last week during the annual Sequoyah County Teacher of the Year Luncheon hosted by Indian Capital Technology Center at the Sharp Multipurpose Center on the Sallisaw campus. The event recognized teachers from school districts across the county for the difference they make each day in their students' lives. Administrators, fellow educators, and community members gathered to celebrate the hon

Saturday, May 9, 2026 — This Mother’s Day, the Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline is reminding moms across Oklahoma that quitting tobacco is possible and free help is available when they’re ready. Quitting tobacco can improve health, save money, and create a healthier home for families. It can also reduce exposure to secondhand smoke for children and other household members. Whatever a person’s reasons for quitting, the Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline offers free tools and support to help

Thursday, May 7, 2026 — The auditorium in downtown Sallisaw was filled with excitement Friday evening as contestants from across the area took the stage for the 2026 Diamond Daze Pageant, one of the featured events of the annual Diamond Daze Festival. As the evening came to a close, Madi-Belle Stump was crowned Miss Diamond Daze 2026, while Kennedy Garrett earned the title of Teen Miss Diamond Daze 2026. The pageant took place on Friday, May 1, and featured 33 contestants ra

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 — Sequoyah County Election Board Secretary Ruby Brunk recently announced May 22 is the last day to apply for voter registration and be eligible to vote in the June 16 primary election. Brunk said that persons who are United States citizens, residents of Oklahoma, and at least 17 and a half years old are eligible to apply for voter registration. However, you must be at least 18 years old to vote. Applications must be received by the County Election Board o

Thursday, April 30, 2026 — The Sequoyah County Election Board is alerting voters to several precinct changes ahead of the June 2026 elections, encouraging residents to review updated voting locations and pick up new voter identification cards. According to election officials, three precincts have been relocated, though all moves are minimal and remain within the same general areas: Precinct 106 (Liberty) has moved across the road to Swon Road Baptist Church. Precinct 310 (G

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 — Carl Albert State College has officially wrapped up the regular season with a strong finish, claiming third place on the west side of Region 2 and positioning itself for postseason play with a 30–22 overall record. The Vikings now turn their attention to a milestone moment for the program and the region: hosting the first-ever NJCAA Region 2 crossover playoff series. After a competitive season filled with key wins and steady performances, the Vikin

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 — Muldrow Middle School is celebrating a major academic achievement after eighth grader Aniston Moore was crowned State Champion of the Eastern Oklahoma State Spelling Bee. With the championship win, Moore has earned a qualifying spot to compete in Washington, D.C., where she will represent her school and community on a national stage. In addition to the title, Moore’s victory also brought financial rewards for both herself and her school. She won

Monday, April 27, 2026 —An inspiring leader in education and workforce development was recognized during the April Sequoyah County Women in Business meeting as Career Woman of the Month. Jaime Henson, Campus Director and Director of Workforce Development at Carl Albert State College, received the honor for her dedication to student success and community growth. In her leadership roles at CASC, Henson works to create opportunities for students, strengthen partnerships with loc