Grayci takes second in coloring contest

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March 23, 2022

Congratulations goes to Grayci, a first grade student at Roland Elementary, who recently placed second in the Oklahoma State Department of Agriculture “Ag in the Classroom” first grade coloring contest. She received her artwork framed, a gift certificate, and citations from the Senate and House of Representatives.COURTESY

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Tribe, state tentatively agree to motor vehicle compact

10-year agreement benefits both Cherokee Nation and Oklahoman citizens

December 3, 2024

The state of Oklahoma and Cherokee Nation announced a tentative agreement to amend and extend their motor vehicle tag compact, successfully reaching a deal that benefits both Cherokee Nation citizens ...

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Belfonte students give thanks

December 3, 2024

Belfonte Public School students and staff enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving lunch prior to their holiday vacation. The students said they wish to thank the school’s cafeteria staff for the delicious ho...

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Sequoyah County Holiday calendar

December 3, 2024

Dec. 5 Vian Christmas Parade Vian Lions Club 46th annual Christmas Parade of Lights, “A Grinch Christmas,” through downtown beginning at 6 p.m. Dec. 6 Entry forms due Entries are due to the Sallisaw C...

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Free pet bed giveaway and vaccination clinic is Dec. 7

December 3, 2024

Sequoyah Animal Advocates are sponsoring a free pet bed giveaway and vaccination clinic from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7, at the Sequoyah County Fairgrounds. Rabies vaccinations will be given for...

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Central HS hosting FAFSA Day

December 3, 2024

Central High School will be hosting a FAFSA Day on Tuesday, December 10. Parents/Guardians interested in obtaining assistance with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) shoul...

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Oklahoma weekly gas price update

By DEC. 2, 2024 SOURCE: GASBUDDY

December 3, 2024

Average gasoline prices in Oklahoma have fallen 4.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.39/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 2,294 stations in Oklahoma. Prices in Oklahoma are 18....

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Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza detected in domestic flock

December 3, 2024

The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry and the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) have confirmed a positive case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in ...

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From hotel to funeral home to county building to rubble, central location transforms

By LYNN ADAMS SPECIAL TO THE REGISTER

December 3, 2024

Most longtime Sallisaw residents recall the corner of Chickasaw Avenue and Elm Street as the location for 75 years of a funeral home, first Moore then Sequoyah and ultimately Agent. But few are still ...

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Christians: Let’s All Praise the Lord

By Shirley R. Watts

December 3, 2024

“Oh come, let us sing to the Lord! Let us shout joyfully to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come before His presence with thanksgiving; Let us shout joyfully to Him with psalms” (Ps 95:1-2). Let’s S...

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Gans students help food bank

December 3, 2024

Gans Youth Coalition held their annual can drive to help the local food bank. SUBMITTED

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Read, write, win in ‘My Favorite Book’ competition

December 3, 2024

The Oklahoma Department of Libraries invites Oklahoma students in grades fourth through 12th to participate in the “My Favorite Book” writing competition. Students attending public, private, charter, ...