Thursday August, 27 2026 — The Sequoyah County Free Fair is set for September 9-12 at the Sequoyah County Fairgrounds, bringing together 4-H members, livestock exhibitors, families, and community members for several days of competition, exhibits, and activities. The fair gives both youth and adults an opportunity to showcase their hobbies, projects, and accomplishments. The Open Class Division is open to any Sequoyah County resident of any age, providing an opportunity for

Thursday, August 27, 2026 — A voter registration event sponsored by the Sequoyah County Election Board is scheduled for September 15. The event will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Sequoyah County Election Board, located at 110 Creek Ave in Sallisaw. To register to vote in Oklahoma, you must be a U.S. citizen, a resident of the State of Oklahoma, and at least 18 years of age or older. Eligible applicants who are at least 17 ½ years old may pre-register, but must be 18

Monday, August 24, 2026 —The Sallisaw Church of Christ will host its annual Community Giveaway on Saturday, September 19, offering free items to local families on a first-come, first-served basis. The giveaway will take place from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the church's Family Center. Doors will not open before 8 a.m. Community members will have the opportunity to choose from various items, including hygiene products, clothing and shoes for all ages, furniture, home décor, toys

Wednesday August, 19 2026 — The Sallisaw Chamber of Commerce held its August membership luncheon Wednesday, August 19, at the Wheeler Event Center, bringing local business and community leaders together for updates on ongoing projects, member recognition, and a presentation from Sallisaw Public Schools. The meeting opened with updates on several local initiatives. Jennifer Fokidis provided an update on current Sallisaw Main Street projects, while Lindsie Dyer shared informa

Monday, August 17, 2026 —The Cherokee Nation is inviting the general public, including citizens, residents, trail users, and community members across northeastern Oklahoma, to help shape the future of trails across the reservation by participating in the Cherokee National Trail System Community Survey, open through September 10. “We want to hear directly from the people who live, work, and recreate throughout the Cherokee Nation Reservation,” said Cherokee Nation Principal

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 —Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, August 25, for the runoff primary election. Sequoyah County Election Board Secretary Ruby Brunk offers these important tips to voters, especially those who will be casting a ballot for the first time. Voting Tips • Mark your ballot using the example posted at your polling place and inside your voting booth. If you make a mistake, do not try to correct it. Instead, take your ballot to the precin

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 —Voters in Sequoyah County should remember to uphold the integrity of the election system when heading to the polls next week. While ballot “selfies” or taking 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

Sunday, August 9, 2026 —The dog days of summer are here, and the Oklahoma Blood Institute (OBI) is encouraging the community to roll up their sleeves and help save lives. The Dog Days of Summer Blood Drive will be held Friday, August 21, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the People Inc. Conference Center in Sallisaw. The blood drive is open to the public, and community members are encouraged to bring along friends, family members, coworkers, or anyone who may be interested in becoming a bl

Friday, August 7, 2026 — History will come alive in Sallisaw later this month as the Historical Museum of Sequoyah County (HMOSC) welcomes visitors for a special living history presentation featuring one of the region's most well-known historical figures. Visitors will have the opportunity to step back in time on Sunday, August 16, as the HMOSC presents a special program featuring portrayals of Judge Isaac C. Parker and his wife, Mary. The presentation begins at 2 p.m. and

Friday, August 7, 2026 —Families in the Sallisaw area will have an opportunity to stock up on food, clothing, and other essentials at a free community food bank and clothes closet event this Saturday. The House, located at 2875 S. Kerr Blvd. in Sallisaw, will open its doors on Saturday, August 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to provide various items to local families at no cost. As the new school year approaches, the event will provide a wide range of gently used clothing in di