The Gore Board of Education last Monday night recognized Mrs. Jeanie Spears as the district’s Teacher of the Year. Pictured from the left is Ryan Hoog - vice president, Cody Sloan – president, Bradfor...

National Call Center for Homeless Vets Veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness—and their family members, friends and supporters—can call 1-877-4AID VET (877-424-3838) to speak with traine...

ABOVE: Main Street in Vian was shut down Monday and Tuesday for a free Legacy basketball camp, which was spearheaded by Vian alumni Zac Rogers. Rogers took the first 175 kids that signed up as partic...

A Sallisaw woman who was recently charged with felony embezzlement now faces charges of felony grand larceny and petit larceny. Mary C. Morris, 59, was formally charged on April 29 with grand larceny ...

The Paralyzed Veterans Mid America Chapter (PVAMA) would like to thank the Keys Volunteer Fire Department for their warm welcome and reception. PVAMA was able to share information concerning benefits ...

Two hybrid wolf/dogs seen on River Road, off Moonshine Highway north of Vian, have managed to elude capture, according to Sallisaw Animal Control Officer Randy Freeman. Freeman was called out last wee...

Students from Gore Elementary recently had the opportunity to see the Wizard of Oz at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center due to a generous donation from an anonymous donor. Students in third, fourth and...

Congratulations to Elizabeth Coffman, left, of Vian for graduating from ICTC Nursing class in Sallisaw and earning her CNA License.

Bobby Joe Risley, a  2019 Vian senior,  was the recipient of the $500 scholarship from Vian PTO. This scholarship was based on volunteerism, a written essay on their character and leadership to the sc...

Vian United Methodist Church will be hosting Vacation Bible School from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m, Monday, June 3 through Wednesday, June 5 at the church. There will be Bible lessons, crafts, snacks and more! V...

Do you know the best way that you can represent children in foster care? Become a CASA volunteer and speak up for a child’s best interests. In an overburdened social welfare system, abused and neglect...

The VHS Cheerleaders will have their annual fundraiser over Memorial Weekend. The following will be available: Ribs, $25 each; Pulled Pork, $12 lb.; Bologna, $13 stick (Hot/Mild); and Hot Links, $7 (p...

A Vian man is facing additional charges after he was charged with unlawful possession of a controlled drug with intent to distribute after being arrested at a Salli-saw motel on May 1. Jerry Frye, Jr....

Journey Sullivan, 6 Vian Elementary What was your favorite thing about school this year? Playing in centers. How much do you think your learned? 70! What are you looking forward to at school next yea...

As the Memorial Day holiday approaches, the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office (OHSO) and Oklahoma law enforcement want to remind all drivers of the importance of seat belt use. The annual ‘Click It or Ti...

Second Semester Superintendent’s Honor Roll – All A’s Mason Ballard, Anusha Bhandari, Cale Cox, Weston Cunningham, Dillion Dover, Mario Falcon, Jayce Fenton, Jace Gates, Jayden Gates, Kenya Gates, Pai...

The Vian Tenkiller News will be closed Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day. Deadline for all news and advertising for the May 29 issue has been moved to Thursday, May 23 at 11 a.m.

Dear Editor, We could like to thank everyone for their donations and support for five years in Vian. If not for you, we couldn’t help so many people. God is good and we thank Him most of all. We pray ...

The Vian Band is currently selling Discount Cards for $10 each. The cards have code discounts that can be used at local and other businesses. To purchase one, contact Ms. Rhodes at 918-773-8080, ext. ...

A Vian teen has been charged with felony assault, battery or assault and battery with a dangerous weapon after he reportedly stabbed a 23-year-old man. Donnie Wilson, 18, was formally charged on May 8...