Holly Carter

By JACOB BOWLING STAFF WRITER

In a quiet neighborhood just outside of Roland, kindness and compassion shine through the bond between 41-year-old Holly Carter and her elderly neighbor, 89-year-old Phyllis Henderson. For the past five years, Carter has been a lifeline for Henderson, stepping in to care for her after the unexpected passing of Henderson’s only son. “Holly has been a blessing,” Henderson says, her voice filled with gratitude. “She’s not just a neighbor — she’s family.”

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The tie that binds

40-year-old tradition gives added meaning to Vann Christmases

By BY LYNN ADAMS STAFF WRITER

November 28, 2024

Holiday traditions can be long-standing or just recently introduced. The beginnings for many can be traced back decades (maybe even centuries), involving several generations. Others may have just begu...

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

By Lynn Adams Staff Writer

November 28, 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 ...

News

CASC honors alumni at annual ceremony

November 28, 2024

Carl Albert State College (CASC) recently celebrated the achievements of its distinguished alumni during the annual Alumni Awards Ceremony. The ceremony honored individuals whose careers and community...

Business, News

Just in time for Christmas

November 28, 2024

On Nov. 22, the Sallisaw Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for the grand re-opening of Ivy Threads Floral-Boutique at its new location.The business is now open and is located at 215 N.Wheeler ...

News, School News

School menus for Dec. 2-6

November 28, 2024

Moffett Monday Donut, cereal, fruit, juice, milk Mac/ cheese, smokies, carrots, roll, salad bar, milk Tuesday Oatmeal, toast, cereal, fruit, juice, milk Taco, beans, fruit, salad bar, milk Wednesday H...