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Gore approves superintendent contract, new head football coach
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
December 31, 2025
The Gore Public Schools Board of Education conducted its regular monthly meeting on Dec. 8, in the Gore Schools Board Room, addressing routine financial matters, personnel decisions and administrative...
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Webbers Falls Trustees deny alleyway use, advance museum plans
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
December 31, 2025
The Webbers Falls Board of Trustees approved routine business, denied a request to use a city alley as a private driveway, and took steps toward bidding a new museum remodel during its regular meeting...
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Senior freeze valuation amount increase seen as ‘a good thing’
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Senior freeze valuation amount increase seen as ‘a good thing’
By LYNN ADAMS SPECIAL TO THE NEWS 
December 31, 2025
The gross household income limit for seniors who own property in Sequoyah County has been increased to $80,600 for the 2026 tax year, County Assessor Brandy Allen (previously Dobbs) reported recently....
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Bicyclist airlifted after being struck by truck mirror
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
December 31, 2025
A bicyclist was seriously injured last Monday afternoon following a collision with a pickup truck along Hwy. 82 in Sequoyah County, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP). The accident occurre...
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Officials condemn judge’s ruling against poultry companies
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Officials condemn judge’s ruling against poultry companies
By EMMA MURPHY OKLAHOMA VOICE 
December 31, 2025
Oklahoma and Arkansas officials are denouncing a federal judge’s decision that found poultry companies responsible for polluting a key watershed in both states and also ordered them to pay millions to remediate it. The officials, including Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt and Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, said the judgment will create unnecessary harm for poultry producers in both states who oper...
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Arvest makes inaugural Forbes’ America’s Best-in-State Companies list
December 31, 2025
Arvest Bank has been recognized in Forbes’ first-ever America’s Best-in-State Companies list, measuring associate and customer satisfaction and business growth. Arvest is listed #5 overall among Arkan...
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Marble City Spring Fling
December 31, 2025
The Marble City Spring Fling has been set from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 16, with door prizes and free drawings throughout the day. The morning will kick off with Breakfast at the Bank starting at 7 a.m...
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Cattle Showmanship Workshop is Jan. 24
December 31, 2025
The OSU Extension Office is hosting a Cattle Showmanship Workshop on Jan. 24 at the Sequoyah County Fairgrounds. Join in on a hands-on workshop designed to help exhibitors sharpen their showmanship sk...
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Another section of state’s oldest turnpike preparing for speed increase
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Another section of state’s oldest turnpike preparing for speed increase
By BARBARA HOBEROCK OKLAHOMA VOICE 
December 31, 2025
A second stretch of the east end of the Turner Turnpike is preparing to see its speed limit raised. The expansion of the stretch between Bristow and Kellyville to six lanes is expected to be completed...
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D.A.’s office hosts ‘Tree of Remembrance’ ceremony
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D.A.’s office hosts ‘Tree of Remembrance’ ceremony
December 31, 2025
The District 27 District Attorney’s Office recently hosted its annual “Tree of Honor and Remembrance” ceremony in honor of those who have lost their lives to violent crimes. “This time of year can be ...
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2026 Sequoyah County 4-H events
December 31, 2025
Jan. 16 - Nominations for Salute to Excellence awards due. Jan. 22-26 - On the Road to Leadership trip, Jan. 23-24, Night at the Science Museum. Feb. 7 - Horse and Dog Communications Contest. Feb. 27-...
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A smart New Year’s resolution for long-term care
December 31, 2025
Everyone should plan for longterm care as we enter a new year. Many people focus on improving finances, health and well-being but one powerful New Year’s resolution often overlooked is planning for lo...
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Measure refiled to abolish tax on property
By BARBARA HOBEROCK OKLAHOMA VOICE 
December 31, 2025
Supporters of an effort to gradually eliminate property taxes have withdrawn and refiled their initiative petition. Mike Reynolds, a former Republican House member and proponent, said the measure was ...
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Vian, wrestlers place in Cherokee County Classic
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Vian, wrestlers place in Cherokee County Classic
By David Seeley Sports Editor 
December 31, 2025
TAHLEQUAH — Several Vian wrestlers placed in the first annual Cherokee County Classic, which took place Dec. 19-20 at Sequoyah-Tahlequah High School. In the high school girls’ division, the Lady Wolve...
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Gore Pirates wrestlers pin dual loss on Stilwell, tie for fourth at Coweta Tournament
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Gore Pirates wrestlers pin dual loss on Stilwell, tie for fourth at Coweta Tournament
By David Seeley Sports Editor 
December 31, 2025
The Gore Pirates wrestling team entered the Christmas Break on an extremely high note. First, the Pirates defeated the Stilwell Indians 60-21 in their home dual Dec. 18 at the Gore Elementary School G...
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Eight Webbers Falls Warriors make All-District BII-4 Team; two members named to 8-Man All-Star Game roster
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Eight Webbers Falls Warriors make All-District BII-4 Team; two members named to 8-Man All-Star Game roster
By David Seeley Sports Editor 
December 31, 2025
Eight Webbers Falls Warriors were named to the All-District BII4 Football Team, which was created earlier this month. Six of the eight players were named as firstteamers, quarterback Brutus Robinson, ...
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Vian Wrestling Club members place in Tulsa tournament
By David Seeley Sports Editor 
December 31, 2025
TULSA — Several Vian Wrestling Club members placed at the Tulsa Battle for the Belt Tournament, which took place Dec. 19-20 at Expo Square Pavilion. Daxton Stewart got a belt as the champion at 92 pou...
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EHV-1 outbreak prompts urgent alert for horse owners
By MIRANDA DONIHOO SPECIAL TO THE NEWS 
December 24, 2025
An ongoing outbreak of Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 (EHV-1), including its potentially fatal neurologic form, Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM), has prompted a statewide alert for horse owners...
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Vian wrestlers ready to get on the mat this season
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Vian wrestlers ready to get on the mat this season
By David Seeley Sports Editor 
December 24, 2025
The Vian High School wrestlers are ready to get the season started, which began Dec. 16 at home with action against Wagoner — and junior high action with both Muldrow and Wagoner. The Wolverines retur...
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Simple
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Simple
By Pastor Tim Perkins First Southern Baptist Church, Gore 
December 31, 2025
Christmas is over. It was a great Christmas this year. And with Christmas over I sat and reflected on a couple of things about this Christmas. It was different than past Christmases. Not different in ...
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It’s a New Day!
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It’s a New Day!
By Shirley R. Watts 
December 31, 2025
“Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel” (Isa. 7:14-15). “God with us” (Matthew 1:23). “And behold, you wil...
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Do You Love Jesus Christ
By Pastor Reggie Kelley, Blackgum Christian Union Church 
December 31, 2025
JESUS CHRIST MUST BE FIRST IN ALL OF OUR LIVES! DO YOU LOVE JESUS CHRIST? LOOK TO JESUS CHRIST IN ALL THINGS! Luke 14:1-35 1And it came to pass, as he went into the house of one of the chief Pharisees...
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Joy to the World The Lord Has Come
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Joy to the World The Lord Has Come
By Shirley R. Watts 
December 24, 2025
Joy to the world! The Lord has come! Let earth receive His Salvation! Let every heart prepare Him room! Yes! Jesus Christ has come into the world as the Savior, and will come again to take His Church ...
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Pondering Christmas
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Pondering Christmas
By Pastor Tim Perkins First Southern Baptist Church, Gore 
December 24, 2025
As you read this weeks article it is either the day before Christmas, the day of Christmas or the day after Christmas. I think for most Christmas has already past. The gifts have been opened and wrapp...
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Jesus Christ is the Reason for the Season
By Pastor Reggie Kelley, Blackgum Christian Union Church 
December 24, 2025
JESUS CHRIST IS THE REASON FOR THE SEASON! MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ONE AND ALL! THE COMING OF JESUS CHRIST WAS PROPHESIED ABOUT ALMOST A THOUSAND YEARS BEFORE HIS BIRTH! ISAIAH 7:14Therefore the Lord himse...
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Lifestyle
December students of the month
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December students of the month
December 24, 2025
Gore Public School December students of the month are (top row, from left) Quinn Montgomery, seventh grade and Taylor Kinion, eighth grade. Bottom row (from left), Addison Douglass, sophomore and Coop...
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District winners
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District winners
December 24, 2025
Congratulations to Vian Public School’s fifth and sixth grade Academic Team on winning districts. Team members are Dante Leonardo, Olivia Rogers, Elizabeth Madsen, Ryan Garrison, Cale Winans and Coope...
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Fun with gingerbread
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Fun with gingerbread
December 17, 2025
Mrs. Hunter’s Pre-K students at Vian Elementary School had fun with gingerbread. They read The Gingerbread Man, The Gingerbread Girl, The Ninjabread Man, and 10 Gingerbread Men. They ended the week by...
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Gingerbread activity
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Gingerbread activity
December 17, 2025
Gingerbread activity for the win! Ms. Gragg and Mrs. Haven at Vian Elementary School ensure their students experience the most wonderful time of the year.
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Padgett’s Barber Shop feted by Sallisaw officials for 66 years in business
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Padgett’s Barber Shop feted by Sallisaw officials for 66 years in business
By LYNN ADAMS STAFF WRITER 
December 17, 2025
In 2019, Sallisaw city officials proclaimed a day in honor of Dewey Padgett for “his personal service and his personal contributions to the city,” marking 60 years in business as Padgett’s Barber Shop...
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Weaving baskets
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Weaving baskets
December 17, 2025
Cherokee Nation recently came to Webbers Falls Public School, where they provided students in grades sixth through ninth, the chance to weave baskets. The school wishes to thank them for the fun and e...
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Gore approves superintendent contract, new head football coach
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
December 31, 2025
The Gore Public Schools Board of Education conducted its regular monthly meeting on Dec. 8, in the Gore Schools Board Room, addressing routine financial matters, personnel decisions and administrative...
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Webbers Falls Trustees deny alleyway use, advance museum plans
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
December 31, 2025
The Webbers Falls Board of Trustees approved routine business, denied a request to use a city alley as a private driveway, and took steps toward bidding a new museum remodel during its regular meeting...
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Senior freeze valuation amount increase seen as ‘a good thing’
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Senior freeze valuation amount increase seen as ‘a good thing’
By LYNN ADAMS SPECIAL TO THE NEWS 
December 31, 2025
The gross household income limit for seniors who own property in Sequoyah County has been increased to $80,600 for the 2026 tax year, County Assessor Brandy Allen (previously Dobbs) reported recently....
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Bicyclist airlifted after being struck by truck mirror
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor 
December 31, 2025
A bicyclist was seriously injured last Monday afternoon following a collision with a pickup truck along Hwy. 82 in Sequoyah County, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP). The accident occurre...
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Tribe unveils military branch license plates for veterans, active military
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Tribe unveils military branch license plates for veterans, active military
December 31, 2025
Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. on Friday announced the creation of new military branch license plates that will soon be available to Cherokee veterans and active military. Chief Hosk...
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