March 3 is National Soup It Forward Day! I know, I know. That’s stretching it a little, right? Well, I needed an idea and when it’s food related, I am usually pretty willing to go with it. The weather...

Birding is a wildly popular hobby. According to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, about 45 million Americans are birders, while data from the popular bird observation app eBird indicates that submissi...

The open road beckons many people, inspiring everything from extensive adventures to short weekend jaunts. Whether a road trip lasts a few weeks or a few days, certain items should be packed along for...

Home improvement trends come and go, and one trend that has become wildly popular in recent years is recognizable in yards every night. Landscape lighting has transformed how people see and enjoy thei...

Spring is one of the most popular seasons of the year. After several months of chilly temperatures in many regions, spring provides a welcome reprieve from the cold. Moderate temperatures makes it muc...

As any homeowner knows, renovation projects tend to cost a lot of money. The average cost of a home renovation is difficult to gauge, as such endeavors run the gamut from complex projects like a kitch...

Legendary country hitmakers Shenandoah are hitting the road and making a stop at Lee Creek Tavern inside Cherokee Casino & Hotel Roland on Friday, March 24, at 9 p.m. The show is free and open to the ...

February 24 is National Tortilla Chip Day! Tortilla chips are defined as pieces of corn tortillas fried or baked to a crisp. Often eaten as a snack, it goes well with dips like salsa and guacamole. In...

Ranch Flavored Chips 6 corn tortillas 1-2 Tbsp. lemon juice 1 tsp. dried parsley 1 tsp. dried dill 1 tsp. garlic powder 1 tsp. onion powder 1 tsp. nutritional yeast 1 tsp. chives (freeze dried) ¼ tsp....

6 corn tortillas 1 Tbsp. avocado oil 1 tsp. paprika ½-1 tsp. Cajun seasoning, to taste (I used 1 tsp.) ½-1 tsp. garlic powder, to taste Stack tortillas and cut into 6 equal(ish) pieces. Place cut tort...

Garlic Parmesan Chips 6 corn tortillas 1 Tbsp. avocado oil Garlic powder with herbs Parmesan cheese Preheat oven to 425°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Stack tortillas and cut into 6 equal...

4-5 8” flour tortillas 3 Tbsps. butter, melted 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 2 Tbsps. granulated sugar Dip: 2-3 apples, peeled, cored and diced (approximately 2 cups), use your favorite apple 2 Tbsps. lemon ...

Considered one of the most talented artists by many, Craig Campbell will bring his hits to the Lee Creek Tavern stage at Cherokee Casino & Hotel Roland at 9 p.m. on Saturday, March 4. The show is free...

After a two-year hiatus because of COVID, the MCCO (Muldrow Cherokee Community Organization) Dancing Divas celebrated the Christmas holidays with wonderful food, beautiful decorations, and the long-aw...

Breakfast on the Go February is hard for me, but I have done better this month than I usually do. This week, it caught up to me and I have struggled. Monday I didn’t want to get out of bed. Valentine’...

Chocolate Chip Granola Bars 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats ¾ cup peanut butter ⅓ cup honey ½ cup mini chocolate chips 2 whole eggs Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 9×9 inch baking dish with parchment pap...

Phyllo sheets require time to thaw. Plan accordingly and either thaw overnight in fridge or get out 3 hours before preparing to thaw at room temperature. ½ cup butter, melted 10 phyllo sheets per pan ...

3 cups shredded hash browns 3 Tbsps. butter, melted ¼ tsp. black pepper 12oz pkg. breakfast sausage 6 eggs ¼ cup heavy cream Salt and pepper, to taste 2 cups Mexican shredded cheese Preheat oven to 40...

1 box puff pastry 6 eggs plus one for glazing ¼ cup heavy cream Salt and pepper, to taste 12oz breakfast sausage 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese Grease from cooking sausage or 2 Tbsps. butter Preh...

Nikki Allen (center) is the recent winner of the Star of Bethlehem quilt, made by Reba Luce (left), with proceeds from the drawing benefitting the Sallisaw Nutrition Center. Sue Mott (right) treasurer...