Wednesday, July 22, 2026 —The community is invited to celebrate the retirement of outgoing Sallisaw Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Marty Green during a come-and-go reception on Friday, July 24, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Wheeler Event Center in Sallisaw. After years of dedicated service to the community, Green is retiring following eight years as executive director of the Sallisaw Chamber of Commerce. He joined the Chamber in 2018 after a distinguished career spanning mo

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 — Carl Albert State College has been recognized with two prestigious awards in the 2026 Oklahoma College Public Relations Association (OCPRA) Awards Competition, which honors outstanding communications and marketing efforts from colleges and universities across Oklahoma. The annual OCPRA Awards Competition recognizes excellence in higher education communications and marketing and celebrates the work of professionals in public relations, marketing, p

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 — Registered voters who become physically incapacitated after the deadline to request an absentee ballot and cannot make it to the polls still have the opportunity to cast their ballot. Sequoyah County Election Board Secretary Ruby Brunk said state law permits voters who become emergency incapacitated after 5 p.m. Monday, August 10, to vote under special provisions. Brunk said emergency incapacitation is something most voters don't think about. "Voti

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 —The deadline to request absentee ballots by mail is approaching. Applications must be received by the County Election Board no later than 5 p.m. Monday, August 10. Sequoyah County Election Board Secretary Ruby Brunk said absentee voting is available to all voters, and applications can be submitted several ways. "In Oklahoma, no excuse is needed to vote by absentee ballot, and it's easy to apply. Voters can submit their application online, in person

Monday July 20, 2026 — As teachers prepare to return to the classroom, Fort Smith ER & Hospital and Carl Albert State College are partnering to help local educators start the school year ready for success. The two organizations will host Education Elevation 2026 on Thursday, July 23, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Carl Albert State College Sallisaw–Stites Center (Mayo Building). The event is open to all Sequoyah County teachers, faculty, and school staff and is designed to help

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 excitemen

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 ba

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 wil

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'. Wat

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