Sequoyah County Times

06/24/2025

What happens in Vegas, stays at Saturday’s Retirement Fair
Your TIMES’ annual Retirement Fair will be held 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at the Sallisaw Middle School cafeteria, 2301 W. Ruth Ave.

Whether you’re newly retired, planning ahead or just exploring what’s next, come and enjoy a Viva Las Vegas-themed day of fun with door prizes, games, freebies and handouts, a game of bingo, free breakfast of coffee and donuts, free lunch and numerous vendors.

Your TIMES’ annual Retirement Fair will be held 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at the Sallisaw Middle School cafeteria, 2301 W. Ruth Ave.

06/24/2025

☀️ Summer’s here – and it’s banner season! ⚾⚽
From the baseball diamond to the soccer field, show your team spirit or promote your business with custom vinyl banners from Sasquatch Printing!

🎯 Big or small – we print ‘em all! Whether you need 1 banner or 100, we’ve got you covered with top-quality materials and vibrant colors that pop.

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- Youth sports teams
- Local business sponsors
- Tournaments & events
- Summer leagues

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06/24/2025

Commissioners nix cyber contract to be ‘good stewards of the taxpayers’ money’
By Lynn Adams Staff Writer

Citing their duty “to be good stewards of the taxpayers’ money,” the Sequoyah County Commissioners have curtailed using a cybersecurity company that the assessor’s office has used since 2017, choosing instead to utilize the business services of a similar company approved by the state.

Citing their duty “to be good stewards of the taxpayers’ money,” the Sequoyah County Commissioners have curtailed using a cybersecurity company that the assessor’s office has used since 2017, choosing instead to utilize the business services of a similar company approved by the state.

06/23/2025

Summer arrives in ‘Soaklahoma’
By Lynn Adams Staff Writer

Those who complain about spring rains in Oklahoma are often met with the admonition: You won’t be saying that in August.

Such is the rainy-drought cycle of Oklahoma.

And with the onset today of summer — with recent temperatures in the 90s, hasn’t it already started? — near-record rainfall from the past several months may soon become only a memory.

Those who complain about spring rains in Oklahoma are often met with the admonition: You won’t be saying that in August.

06/21/2025

🗓️ TODAY!! 9 AM - Noon
📍 Location: Sallisaw Middle School, 2301 W Ruth Ave, Sallisaw, OK

Thinking about retirement? 🧓👨‍💼Get answers from the pros at the 2025 Sequoyah County Times Retirement Fair!

✅ Financial Planning
✅ Health & Wellness
✅ Hobbies
✅ Local Support Resources



Learn more on the Sequoyah County Times Community Calendar! https://www.sequoyahcountytimes.com/calendar/ #/details/retirement-fair/15828632/2025-06-21T09

06/21/2025

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06/21/2025

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06/20/2025

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06/19/2025

👵👴 Retirement isn’t just an end — it’s a new beginning!

The 2025 Sequoyah County Times Retirement Fair brings together local experts, financial advisors, healthcare providers, and lifestyle vendors to help you (or your loved ones) step into the next chapter with confidence.

✨ Admission is FREE!
📍 Location: Sallisaw Middle School, 2301 W Ruth Ave, Sallisaw, OK
🔗 Learn more on the Sequoyah County Times Community Calendar! https://www.sequoyahcountytimes.com/calendar/ #/details/retirement-fair/15828632/2025-06-21T09

06/19/2025

Roland Police apprehend armed robbery suspect
By Amie Cato-Remer Editor

A man wanted in connection with an armed robbery and domestic battery in Fort Smith, Ark. is now in custody after being apprehended.

https://www.sequoyahcountytimes.com/2025/06/12/roland-police-apprehend-armed-robbery-suspect/

06/19/2025

City adopts $91M budget for FY26
Ollie’s Bargain Center coming to Sallisaw
By Lynn Adams Staff Writer

The City of Sallisaw will be working with a budget of almost $91 million for the fiscal year that ends June 30, 2026, after city commissioners at their monthly meeting Monday adopted a budget for the year that begins July 1. The budget anticipates revenue for the city’s general fund, capital improvement fund and infrastructure improvement fund to equal almost $36.9 million, with an additional $7.4 million from the special revenue fund. Proprietary funds from the Sallisaw Municipal Authority and...

The City of Sallisaw will be working with a budget of almost $91 million for the fiscal year that ends June 30, 2026, after city commissioners at their monthly meeting Monday adopted a budget for the year that begins July 1. The budget anticipates revenue for the city’s general fund, capital impro...

06/18/2025

Here’s your sign - A high-flying crew, hoisted by a crane, on Wednesday completed installation of signage drawing attention to 7Brew Drive Thru Coffee, Taco Bell and Whataburger, located on South Kerr Boulevard in Sallisaw.

Perched atop a hill, the signs are among the tallest in Sallisaw, and can be seen from I-40.

Staff writer Lynn Adams was on hand when the topping off occurred.

A high-flying crew, hoisted by a crane, on Wednesday completed installation of signage drawing attention to 7Brew Drive Thru Coffee, Taco Bell and Whataburger, located on South Kerr Boulevard in Sallisaw. Perched atop a hill, the signs are among the tallest in Sallisaw, and can be seen from I-40. St...