<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Mix 105.1]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Mix 105.1]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/articles</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:48:04 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.kxmx.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[82nd Annual Sallisaw Lions Club IPRA Championship Rodeo Returns July 30–August 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sunday, July 19, 2026 — One of Sallisaw's longest-running summer traditions is set to return as the 82nd Annual Sallisaw Lions Club IPRA Championship Rodeo rides into town July 30 through August 1, bringing three nights of rodeo action, live entertainment, and family fun.   The festivities kick off on Thursday, July 30, with the annual rodeo parade beginning at 5:30 p.m., followed by the rodeo which takes place each night at 8 p.m.   Fans can look forward to all the excitement the rodeo has...]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/post/82nd-annual-sallisaw-lions-club-ipra-championship-rodeo-returns-july-30-august-1</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5d58d4a93b53fe8896a019</guid><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:09:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/920182_74459a391d1b4bc89b526c0b9cd8368a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KXMX - Local News</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[MCCO to Host Free Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway in Muldrow]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sunday, July 19, 2026 — The Muldrow Cherokee Community Organization (MCCO) is inviting families to the 3rd annual Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway on Wednesday, July 22. The event will be offering free school supplies and valuable resources to help students start the new school year prepared and ready to learn. The event will be held at the MCCO from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., or while supplies last.   This year's giveaway includes 250 elementary backpacks and 250 high school backpacks, each...]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/post/mcco-to-host-free-back-to-school-backpack-giveaway-in-muldrow</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5d4d1c89326c3a528f9c40</guid><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:29:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/920182_d01f42258d2f4e479734102d8fb620dc~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_954,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KXMX - Local News</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sample Ballots Now Available for August 25 Runoff Primary Election]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friday, July 17, 2026 —Sample ballots are now available for the August 25 Runoff Primary Election. Voters can view or download a sample ballot using the State Election Board's OK Voter Portal at oklahoma.gov/elections/ovp or pick up a copy at the Sequoyah County Election Board during normal business hours.   Sequoyah County Election Board Secretary Ruby Brunk reminds voters that sample ballots are tailored to each voter and their precinct. Only voters who have an election will be able to view...]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/post/sample-ballots-now-available-for-august-25-runoff-primary-election</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5a5d74218815cf7a251ec1</guid><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:13:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/920182_c4f1a37246a840d18d9415a4f620d688~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_394,h_225,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KXMX - Local News</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Garrison Creek Riding Club Rodeo Returns to Muldrow July 17-18]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuesday, July 14, 2026 — The Garrison Creek Riding Club Rodeo is saddling up for another exciting weekend of western tradition, thrilling competition, and family fun as it returns to Muldrow on Friday and Saturday, July 17-18. Whether you're a longtime rodeo fan or attending for the first time, organizers say this year's event will offer something for all ages. The excitement begins each evening at 7:30 p.m. with one of the rodeo's biggest crowd favorites, Mutton Bustin'. Watch as young...]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/post/garrison-creek-riding-club-rodeo-returns-to-muldrow-july-17-18</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a566074925133b9bb7fa780</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:17:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/920182_03c2de4fce7841838aab2aa219e832bc~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KXMX - Local News</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boots and Badges Blood Drive Returns to Sallisaw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thursday, July 9, 2026 — Community members will have the opportunity to help save lives while supporting their favorite first responders during the upcoming Boots and Badges Community Challenge Blood Drive, hosted by “Our Blood Institute” (OBI). The annual event is a friendly competition between local police officers and firefighters to see which team can inspire the most community members to donate blood. While the challenge brings out a little friendly rivalry, the ultimate goal is to help...]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/post/boots-and-badges-blood-drive-returns-to-sallisaw</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a500ca75c421b820217e9c0</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:05:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/920182_55bb89c98565467fb71349709e746ba3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KXMX - Local News</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Outdoor Movie Night Returns to Marble City This Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuesday, July 7, 2026 —Grab your lawn chairs and enjoy an evening under the stars as the Marble City Activity Organization hosts Outdoor Movie Night on Saturday, July 11, at 8 p.m. on North Main in Marble City. The featured film, "Rez Ball," will begin at dark, with the concession stand opening before the movie at 8 p.m. Attendees can enjoy various treats, including popcorn, pickles, drinks, ice cream cones and sundaes, candy, Frito pies, and nachos. The Marble City Activity Organization...]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/post/outdoor-movie-night-returns-to-marble-city-this-saturday</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4db48024d6803bed6ba997</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 02:25:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/920182_baf7cb5dbd46456ab07d2f588c85440e~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KXMX - Local News</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Voter Registration Deadline Approaches]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuesday, July 7, 2026 —Sequoyah County Election Board Secretary Ruby Brunk recently announced that July 31 is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the August 25 Runoff Primary and Special Sallisaw School Board Election.   Brunk stated, “Individuals who are United States citizens, residents of Oklahoma, and at least 17½ years old are eligible to apply for voter registration. However, voters must be at least 18 years old to cast a ballot.”  ...]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/post/voter-registration-deadline-approaches-6</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4db03e00be0c7049565079</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 02:07:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/920182_a9633afe40ff4dce9a5138abd52ac51c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_331,h_186,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KXMX - Local News</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sallisaw Chamber Announces Kenny Moody as Next Executive Director]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monday, July 6, 2026 —The Sallisaw Chamber of Commerce is entering a new chapter with the appointment of Kenny Moody as its new executive director, following the retirement of longtime Executive Director Marty Green. The Chamber's Board of Directors announced Moody's selection, highlighting his professional experience, collaborative leadership style, and commitment to strengthening relationships throughout the community. As a longtime resident and community leader, Moody has served in several...]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/post/sallisaw-chamber-announces-kenny-moody-as-next-executive-director</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4bf60cfa58f0a255d8226b</guid><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:40:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/920182_5cd670b76a00464eb8271b1408c314b6~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_447,h_447,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KXMX - Local News</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cherokee Nation Opens Applications for Children's Clothing Assistance Program]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wednesday, June 30, 2026 —The Cherokee Nation is now accepting applications for its annual Children's Clothing Assistance Program, providing eligible families with financial assistance to help offset back-to-school clothing expenses.   The program offers a one-time payment of $150 for income-eligible Cherokee Nation citizens under the age of 19. Tribal officials noted that there are no residency restrictions for this year's program, allowing eligible Cherokee citizens to apply regardless of...]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/post/cherokee-nation-opens-applications-for-children-s-clothing-assistance-program</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4552bf5af2dd52aa96b2ef</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:50:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/920182_5571e6837add4c478e98f88f34497925~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KXMX - Local News</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Filing Opens Monday for Gore Rural Fire Protection District No. 1 Board Seat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuesday, June 30, 2026 —Individuals interested in serving on the Gore Rural Fire Protection District No. 1 Board of Directors may file for Office No. 2, a five-year term, beginning Monday, July 6. Candidate filing will be held Monday, July 6, through Wednesday, July 8, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, according to Ruby Brunk, secretary of the Sequoyah County Election Board. The Sequoyah County Election Board is located at 110 E. Creek Ave. For more information about candidate filing or the...]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/post/filing-opens-monday-for-gore-rural-fire-protection-district-no-1-board-seat</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a43ea4769b2dfbbf12be27a</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:33:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/920182_bb670fa5812f491caec9ccd6666d430c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KXMX - Local News</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firstar Bank Honored, Workforce Initiative Highlighted During June’s Chamber Meeting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wednesday, June 24, 2026 — Community service, workforce development, and economic growth were at the forefront of discussion during the Sallisaw Chamber of Commerce Membership Meeting held Wednesday at Carl Albert State College's Sallisaw Campus.   The Chamber recognized Firstar Bank as its June Member of the Month, honoring the institution's longstanding commitment to supporting local schools, nonprofit organizations, and community initiatives throughout the region.   A locally owned and...]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/post/firstar-bank-honored-workforce-initiative-highlighted-during-june-s-chamber-meeting</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3c5f6a72c7d18238cad026</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:52:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/920182_68ace517423a4dada70e0f13ea75152a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KXMX - Local News</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Donate Blood on Tuesday for a Chance to Meet Jaylin Williams]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sunday June 21, 2026 — Community members will have the opportunity to make a life-saving difference and possibly win a once-in-a-lifetime experience during an upcoming blood drive at Northeastern Health System (NHS) in Sallisaw.   The Oklahoma Blood Institute (OBI) will host the NHS Sequoyah Blood Drive on Tuesday, June 23, from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The Bloodmobile will be parked on the NHS Sequoyah campus for donors to visit.   The blood drive comes at a critical time as OBI reports an...]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/post/donate-blood-on-tuesday-for-a-chance-to-meet-jaylin-williams</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a385d31bfacb36e35460c7f</guid><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:54:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/920182_c9918c10e5e4480ebe4e72e2cbd49591~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KXMX - Local News</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrate Father's Day by Going Tobacco Free]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brian used the Helpline to quit tobacco for his daughter. Wednesday, June 17, 2026 — Father's Day is June 21, and the Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline offers support and resources for dads who want to take the first step toward a healthier life by quitting tobacco.  The Helpline, a program of the Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust (TSET), provides free resources proven to increase the chances of quitting tobacco and remaining tobacco-free. About one in seven (14.8%) Oklahoma men currently smoke....]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/post/celebrate-father-s-day-by-going-tobacco-free</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a32cb349b47a7f91ae6890a</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:30:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/920182_30efd06ebf6448b99622534f61677c12~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KXMX - Local News</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sequoyah County Communities Preparing for Independence Day Celebrations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sunday, June 14, 2026 — As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, communities across Sequoyah County are planning fireworks displays and family-friendly events for the Independence Day holiday.   The celebration begins early in Marble City, where the town will host a fireworks and veterans appreciation ceremony on Saturday, June 27, at 6 p.m. The event will feature food vendors, food trucks, and live music, along with a special ceremony honoring local veterans.   On Saturday,...]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/post/sequoyah-county-communities-preparing-for-independence-day-celebrations</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2f43ee418318a8f7e7740b</guid><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:16:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/920182_525aa86bc44040df985bbce865d4cef8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_948,h_534,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KXMX - Local News</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Health Department Bringing Mobile Wellness Unit to Muldrow Library]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friday, June 12, 2026 —Families looking to get a head start on back-to-school health requirements will have an opportunity later this month when the Sequoyah County Health Department brings its Public Health on the Go Mobile Wellness Unit to Muldrow.   The mobile unit will be available at the Muldrow Public Library on June 30 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., offering various services to help students prepare for the upcoming school year.   Available services will include sports physicals, band...]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/post/health-department-bringing-mobile-wellness-unit-to-muldrow-library</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2c46daac42b101a9d48742</guid><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:50:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/920182_3bea43f10d314705bd358735af30052b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_612,h_792,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KXMX - Local News</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[OSU Rural Renewal Scholar Seeks Community Input Through Regional Survey]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thursday, June 11, 2026 —Juliana Cueva, an Oklahoma State University Rural Renewal Scholar, is seeking input from residents across eastern Oklahoma to help better understand the experiences, needs, and priorities of rural communities.   Juliana Cueva, a graduate student and Rural Renewal Scholar with Oklahoma State University, is conducting research this summer in Adair, Cherokee, Haskell, McIntosh, Muskogee, Okmulgee, Sequoyah, and Wagoner Counties. The project aims to gather feedback from...]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/post/osu-rural-renewal-scholar-seeks-community-input-through-regional-survey</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2b448116a9a8229e02efda</guid><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:30:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/920182_09f7883f34594fd1b1d0894bcedf30ba~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KXMX - Local News</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sallisaw Prepares for Patriotic Celebration as Fireworks Show Relocates]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuesday, June 9, 2026 — As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday on July 4, 2026, a longtime Independence Day tradition in Sallisaw will have a new home this year.   The annual Sallisaw Independence Day Fireworks Show, which has traditionally been held at Sallisaw High School, will move to the Sallisaw Sports Complex for the 2026 celebration. In addition to the location change, the event will be held on Sunday, July 5.   The fireworks display has been a staple of the...]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/post/sallisaw-prepares-for-patriotic-celebration-as-fireworks-show-relocates</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a28c75299361b5d20d5e371</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:09:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/920182_402b67f5b0344b3d961be7b3ecb65f9c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KXMX - Local News</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Election Day Laws and Reminders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuesday, June, 9, 2026 —Voters in Sequoyah County are reminded to keep the integrity of the election system in mind when heading to the polls on June 16.   While ballot "selfies," or photographs of a marked ballot, are legal, voters may not share or distribute the image through social media or by any other means while inside the election enclosure. Voters must wait until they leave their polling place before posting or sharing the picture with anyone. Improper use of the photo could result in...]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/post/election-day-laws-and-reminders-2</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a284e0bbcf454bfefde7879</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:41:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/920182_0771d74a381442e0ba07fada4e7ad3bd~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_300,h_168,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KXMX - Local News</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Commissioners Receive Recognition for Supporting Victims and Families]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monday, June 8, 2026 —The Sequoyah County Commissioners received a special recognition during their regular meeting Monday morning at the Sequoyah County Courthouse.   Cindy Smith of the Sequoyah County Sheriff's Department, accompanied by members of the Coordinated Community Response (CCR) Team and Sexual Assault Response Team (SART), attended the meeting to express appreciation for the commissioners' continued support of efforts that raise awareness and provide resources for youth and...]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/post/commissioners-receive-recognition-for-supporting-victims-and-families</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a274272750b8b39abbeb46f</guid><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:34:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/920182_84fddc4c5619419d8b1be69d94a36854~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KXMX - Local News</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly Summer Food Distribution Underway for Local Children]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sunday, June 7, 2026 — Families in Sequoyah County will have an opportunity to receive free food for their children this summer through a weekly food distribution program hosted by the Summer Meals Team of the Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma.   The drive-through program is being held every Wednesday from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the Sallisaw Health and Wellness Center. Food boxes are available for children from birth through 18 years of age and are designed to help families meet nutritional needs...]]></description><link>https://www.kxmx.com/post/weekly-summer-food-distribution-underway-for-local-children</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a25b71abcf454bfefd9196d</guid><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:23:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/920182_dc15361db1c24e738f4f706d4845bdee~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KXMX - Local News</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>