Monday, April 20, 2026 —The Sequoyah County Board of Commissioners officially proclaimed April 19-25 as National Crime Victims’ Rights Week during their regular meeting on Monday, following a request from Sequoyah County Investigator Cindy Smith.   Smith addressed commissioners by sharing national crime statistics and emphasizing the importance of supporting victims and encouraging reporting.   According to Smith, national reporting data currently available is based on 2024 n

Sunday, April 19, 2026 — A full day of food, music, and community fun is set for May 16 as Marble City hosts its annual Spring Fling from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.   The event will kick off early with “Breakfast at the Bank” beginning at 7 a.m., giving attendees a chance to start the day with a hot meal before enjoying the festivities.   Live music will take center stage throughout the day, with performances scheduled to keep the crowd entertained from morning to afternoon. Organizers

Tuesday, April 14, 2026  — The Sallisaw Now Coalition is hosting a drug take-back event on Friday, April 24, from 9-11 a.m. at Cliff’s Pharmacy in Sallisaw. The event is open to the public and offers a secure opportunity for individuals to safely discard unused, unwanted, or expired medications. Improper disposal of medications can lead to accidental misuse, environmental harm, and increased risk of substance abuse. Events like this aim to reduce those dangers by giving commu

Tuesday, April 14, 2026  — The Sequoyah County Boys and Girls Club is preparing to celebrate a major milestone with a groundbreaking ceremony for its new gym and club facility later this month. The ceremony is scheduled for April 22 at 1:30 p.m. at 1120 E. Ida Street in Sallisaw. Community members, supporters, and alumni are all invited to attend and take part in the special event. Sequoyah County Boys and Girls Club CEO Laura Kuykendall said the moment marks the culmination

Monday, April 13, 2026 — With spring in full swing, Sequoyah County residents in District 2 will soon have a chance to freshen up their properties as the annual cleanup event returns April 20–21.   County officials are once again providing multiple dumpster locations throughout the district, making it easier for residents to dispose of unwanted items and help keep their communities clean.   This year’s cleanup sites will be spread across the area, including west of Vian near

Sunday, April 12, 2026 — The Marble City Farmers and Art Market, Inc. is inviting vendors, community members, and anyone interested in local agriculture and handmade goods to attend its upcoming Vendor Training, Sign-Up Event, and Annual Meeting on Saturday, April 25, from approximately 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is open to the public and offers a valuable opportunity for both new and returning vendors to learn more about participating in the local market. Representatives fr

Saturday, April 12, 2026 —   Families can now apply through the Cherokee Nation for the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer program, which helps families buy nutritious meals for their children during the summer months when school is out. Summer EBT, also known as “Sun Bucks,” is offered through Cherokee Nation Public Health’s Nutrition Programs. Services are available for eligible Cherokee and non-Native students within the Cherokee Nation reservation.  “No children should go

Friday, April 10, 2026 —  Sallisaw Main Street is firing up excitement for this year’s “Hot Pickin’, Finger Lickin’ BBQ Cook-Off.” The cookoff will be held on the Stanley Tubbs Memorial Lawn, where contestants will be lined up cooking their favorite recipes.   This year’s cook-off will continue to focus on authenticity, with a strict rule that all barbecue must be cooked on-site, with no exceptions. Competing teams will pick up their pork shoulder at J & D's Cowtown on Friday

Friday, April 10, 2026 —  Arvest Bank has officially launched the 16th year of its annual Million Meals campaign, a two-month effort aimed at raising awareness and funds to combat hunger across Arkansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, and Kansas.   The initiative, which runs through May 31, directs all funds raised to more than 70 local food partners throughout the region. Organizers say every dollar donated can provide up to five meals for individuals and families in need.   The campai

Thursday, April 9, 2026 —  Sallisaw is gearing up for one of its most anticipated annual celebrations, the 2026 Diamond Daze Festival. The festival is set to take place in downtown Sallisaw on Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2, with a full lineup of entertainment, vendor booths, local food, competitions, and community activities.   Friday’s festivities begin on May 1, with Main Street’s Indian Tacos being served downtown starting at 11 a.m., offering festivalgoers a deliciou