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Rock with a prize
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Rock with a prize
April 29, 2026
The Vian Police Department wishes to congratulate the Autumn Owens crew (shown above) for finding the department’s hidden rock during the April 11 rock hunt, sponsored by the Children’s Savehaven Advo...
Bassmasters tournaments come to Sequoyah County
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Bassmasters tournaments come to Sequoyah County
By LYNN ADAMS SPECIAL TO THE NEWS 
April 29, 2026
If a circus needed a ringmaster or a town needed a publicist or if an event needed someone to work a crowd into a frenzy, Gena Crain would be that person. As executive director for the Oklahoma Ozarks...
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Gore Trustees accept vice mayor’s resignation
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
April 29, 2026
The Town of Gore Board of Trustees moved through a full agenda during its April 21 regular meeting, highlighted by the acceptance of Vice Mayor Larry Pack’s resignation and several key personnel and p...
Trent Trotter receives Teacher Character Award
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Trent Trotter receives Teacher Character Award
April 29, 2026
The Professional Oklahoma Educators Foundation celebrated a 25-year milestone on April 10, honoring more than 65 educators, support professionals, and administrators at its Annual Excellence in Education Awards Banquet in Norman. The winners from the banquet were (front row, from left) Jessica Thompson, Professional Oklahoma Educators Board State President; Emma White, Lincoln Elementary - School ...
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Become a master gardener
April 29, 2026
Are you interested in becoming a master gardener? Join OSU Sequoyah County Extension for a planning meeting at 5:30 p.m. on May 5, at the Sequoyah County Fairgrounds to learn more about the program, e...
100 AR points earned
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100 AR points earned
April 29, 2026
Gore Public Schools wishes to congratulate Tripp Smith (left) and Kaylee Summerlin (right), who earned 100 AR points for the third nine weeks. As a result, each received a $20 gift card to Sonic.
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Local author Kasey Marlatt releases The Hour of Atonement
April 29, 2026
A story written years ago has now been brought to life. Kasey Marlatt is proud to share the release of his book, The Hour of Atonement. This milestone marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter, a...
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OSU Ext. Sallisaw to host open house
April 29, 2026
In celebration of OSU Extension’s 112th anniversary, the OSU Extension office in Sallisaw would like to invite everyone to a come and go event from 1 to 3 p.m., May 5, at the Sequoyah County Courthous...
Help send Cru and Ty to the World Baseball Classic
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Help send Cru and Ty to the World Baseball Classic
April 29, 2026
An Indian taco dinner will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, May 1, at the Sallisaw Masonic Lodge to help cover travel, tournament fees, gear and other expenses for Cru and Ty Rutherford, represe...
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Oklahoma lawyers to offer free legal advice May 1
April 29, 2026
Hundreds of volunteer lawyers across Oklahoma will provide free legal advice on Friday, May 1, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. during the annual statewide Law Day celebration. Oklahoma residents may call 405-90...
Kennedy name to Academic All-State team
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Kennedy name to Academic All-State team
April 29, 2026
Congratulations to Kennedy Williams, a senior at Gore High School, for being named to the Oklahoma Girls Basketball Coaches Association Academic All-State team. Kennedy qualified for this honor by sco...
Sports
Band of Gold competes at Heartland Music Fest
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Band of Gold competes at Heartland Music Fest
April 29, 2026
The Vian Band of Gold competed at the Heartland Music Fest on April 18. The band received “Superior” ratings across the board, which is the best you can receive at a concert competition. The band had ...
Vian Wolverines go 3-2 last week on the diamond
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Vian Wolverines go 3-2 last week on the diamond
By David Seeley Sports Editor 
April 29, 2026
The Vian Wolverines went 3-2 last week in action on the diamond. The Wolverines started the week with two straight home wins, 12-0 in three innings over Central on April 20 and 6-5 over Pocola on Apri...
Vian athletes do well at Porter, Inola track meets
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Vian athletes do well at Porter, Inola track meets
By David Seeley Sports Editor 
April 29, 2026
It was a busy twoday period for the Vian High School track teams as they competed at the Porter Consolidated Pirates Invitational last Wednesday, after it was postponed by weather the week prior, then...
Gore track teams compete at Vinita, Inola meets
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Gore track teams compete at Vinita, Inola meets
By David Seeley Sports Editor 
April 29, 2026
It was a busy week for the Gore High School track teams last week as they competed at the Vinita Invitational on April 21 and the Inola Invitational last Thursday. At the Vinita Invitational, The Pira...
Commentary
Retrofit
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Retrofit
By First Southern Baptist Church, Gore 
April 29, 2026
Several years ago (1998) a group of guys from the church I am currently pastoring decided we needed to make a smoker. I had worked in a BBQ restaurant for a little while and had acquired the ability t...
The Conclusion of the Whole Matter
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The Conclusion of the Whole Matter
By Shirley R. Watts 
April 29, 2026
“Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God and keep His commandments, For this is man’s all. For God will bring every work into judgment, Including every secret thing, Whether good or e...
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Oh, How I Love Jesus
By Pastor Reggie Kelley, Blackgum Christian Union Church 
April 29, 2026
JESUS CHRIST IS THE LOVE OF GOD SENT TO THIS WORLD TO LOVE WHOSOEVER! WE MAY THINK WE KNOW WHAT LOVE IS, BUT JESUS CHRIST IS LOVE GIVEN THAT IS OUT OF THIS WORLD WO N D E R FUL! PRAISE JESUS CHRIST! K...
Come Up to Me on the Mountain
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Come Up to Me on the Mountain
By Shirley R. Watts 
April 15, 2026
“Then the LORD said to Moses, “Come up to Me on the mountain and be there; and I will give you tablets of stone, and the law and commandments which I have written, that you may teach them.” “Then Mose...
Empty
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Empty
By Pastor Tim Perkins First Southern Baptist Church, Gore 
April 15, 2026
Empty is an interesting word and one I have been thinking on lately. Maybe because my coffee cup needs refilling, or I just filled up my pickup with gas because the gas gauge dinged and lit up with th...
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Glory to God in the Highest
By Pastor Reggie Kelley, Blackgum Christian Union Church 
April 15, 2026
I PRAY YOU HAD A WONDERFUL EASTER! PLEASE KNOW THAT EASTER IS NOT ABOUT A BUNNY, OR EGG HUNTING! EASTER IS ABOUT THE GLORIOUS RESURRECTION OF THE LORD AND SAVIOR– J E SUS CHRIST! JESUS CHRIST’S RESURR...
Lifestyle
Gore seniors take class trip
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Gore seniors take class trip
April 29, 2026
Gore High School’s senior class recently took their senior trip to Branson, Mo. and enjoyed the day at Silver Dollar City. The trip was labeled a success, with the kids having a great time and making ...
Vian resident awarded OSU scholarship
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Vian resident awarded OSU scholarship
By KRISTEN KNIGHT SPECIAL TO THE NEWS 
April 15, 2026
Sequoyah County students were honored by the Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture with academic scholarship support for the 2026-27 academic year. The scholarships were awarded at...
Gore students return from Washington, D.C.
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Gore students return from Washington, D.C.
April 15, 2026
Gore Public Schools’ Gifted and Talented seniors just returned from an awesome week in Washington, D.C. The students spent the week touring historical landmarks like the White House, the National Mall...
Sewing Sisters present quilts to center
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Sewing Sisters present quilts to center
April 15, 2026
The Sewing Sisters of Blackgum Harvestime Church in Vian were honored to present quilts to Real Choices Pregnancy Center, 620 W Cherokee Ave, Sallisaw. Accepting the quilts on behalf of the center was...
lifestyle
Town of Webbers Falls spring cleanup days
April 15, 2026
The Town of Webbers Falls has announced spring cleanup days for April 18, 19 and 20. There will be dumpsters located at the city shop.
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Become a master gardener
April 15, 2026
Are you interested in becoming a master gardener? Join OSU Sequoyah County Extension for a planning meeting at 5:30 p.m. on May 5, at the Sequoyah County Fairgrounds to learn more about the program, e...
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Rock with a prize
Main, news...
Rock with a prize
April 29, 2026
The Vian Police Department wishes to congratulate the Autumn Owens crew (shown above) for finding the department’s hidden rock during the April 11 rock hunt, sponsored by the Children’s Savehaven Advo...
Bassmasters tournaments come to Sequoyah County
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Bassmasters tournaments come to Sequoyah County
By LYNN ADAMS SPECIAL TO THE NEWS 
April 29, 2026
If a circus needed a ringmaster or a town needed a publicist or if an event needed someone to work a crowd into a frenzy, Gena Crain would be that person. As executive director for the Oklahoma Ozarks...
Main, news...
Gore Trustees accept vice mayor’s resignation
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
April 29, 2026
The Town of Gore Board of Trustees moved through a full agenda during its April 21 regular meeting, highlighted by the acceptance of Vice Mayor Larry Pack’s resignation and several key personnel and p...
A winning design
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A winning design
April 29, 2026
Mrs. Smith’s seventh graders at Gore Public Schools completed an engineering design project, building oil derricks out of straws, tape and paper clips. The winning design was completed by Kennedy Duke...
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