Sunday, March 22, 2026 — Members of the Sequoyah County Women in Business organization met last week to celebrate the power of women supporting one another. Lindsie Dyer, a youth and family service counselor with People Inc., served as the guest speaker for the March meeting and was honored for her extensive community outreach. With more than 15 years of experience, Dyer shared both her personal and professional journey, highlighting her passion for helping youth and famili

March 18, 2026 — Communities across the country are recognizing National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week, an annual observance focused on educating young people about the real facts surrounding substance use and addiction. The week, organized by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, aims to provide science-based information to help teens and families make informed decisions. Through community events, school programs, and outreach efforts, the initiative works to dispel common m

March 18, 2026 — Statewide election activity officially begins on Wednesday, April 1st, at 8 a.m. when the candidate filing period opens. Candidates for state offices will file with the Secretary of State's Election Board. Candidates for county offices file with the Secretary of the County Election Board. Sequoyah County Election Board Secretary Ruby Brunk said the following offices are expected to be filled this year: County AssessorCounty TreasurerCounty Commissione

March 18, 2026 — Residents of Sequoyah County are invited to share their thoughts and experiences during an upcoming listening session focused on community health, aimed at improving local services and overall well-being. The event, hosted by the Sequoyah County Health Department and the Sallisaw NOW Coalition, will take place on Thursday, March 19, 2026, from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Wheeler Event Center. Organizers say the session is designed to gather input from community

March 16, 2026 — Families visiting Greenleaf State Park during spring break will have a full week of hands-on learning and outdoor fun March 17–22. The activities, hosted throughout the park, are designed to encourage exploration, creativity, and appreciation of nature. On Tuesday, March 17, visitors can join a Discovery Hike at 1 p.m., meeting at the Discovery Center for a mini hike focused on observing the small details of nature. Participants will collect samples to stud

March 15, 2026 — Families looking for something fun and creative to do during spring break can head to the Stanley Tubbs Memorial Library, where a week of activities is planned for children and teens March 16–20. The library, part of the Eastern Oklahoma Library System, will host a variety of hands-on programs designed to keep young minds engaged while school is out. The week begins with Build-A-Bite Lab at 10 a.m., where participants can see what creative structures th

March 13, 2026 — The Muldrow Public Library will host a week of creative activities during Spring Break as part of the Eastern Oklahoma Library System Spring Break Art Camp, scheduled for March 16–20. The free camp will take place each day at 11 a.m. and is open to participants of all ages. Organizers say the activities are designed to encourage creativity and hands-on learning while providing a fun opportunity for families and children during Spring Break. The week wil

March 13, 2026 — The Sequoyah County Coordinated Community Response and the Sequoyah County Sexual Assault Response Team will host a Paw Glow Stick Awareness Walk on Thursday, April 9, at the walking trail at the Sallisaw Sports Complex. The event will begin at 7:30 p.m. and is open to the public. This year’s walk will include participation from the Sallisaw Animal Shelter, which will be on site with shelter dogs available for attendees who would like a four-legged walking

March 11, 2026 — The 33rd Annual Day of Caring, organized by the United Way of Fort Smith, is set to take place on Thursday, April 16, bringing volunteers together for a day of service across the Fort Smith region. Considered one of the largest single-day volunteer events in the area, Day of Caring connects community members with local nonprofit organizations that need extra help with projects. Volunteers assist with a variety of hands-on tasks, including landscaping, pai

March 10, 2026 — Early voting begins Thursday, April 2, for voters in Sequoyah County who will not be able to make it to the polls on Election Day. Voters have the option of casting their ballots early at the Sequoyah County Election Board. “Early voting is open to all registered voters. You do not need to provide an excuse to vote early. Oklahoma allows early voting for all elections conducted by the county or state election boards, from school board and municipal election