Lifestyle, News
By BARBARA HOBEROCK OKLAHOMA VOICE 
August 29, 2024
Oklahomans are seeing a drop in their food bill with the elimination of the state sales tax on groceries. House Bill 1955 eliminated the state’s 4.5% tax on groceries effective Thursday. Local taxes r...
Lifestyle, News
August 27, 2024
The Marble City Historical Society will hold a Take it Home Dinner at the Bank from 4 to 6 p.m. Sept. 9 at the Old Citizen’s State Bank in Marble City. The cost will be $12 per plate, and the menu wil...
Lifestyle
A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS
By A Few of My Favorite Things Katina Holland Special to Your TIMES 
August 8, 2024
We are still dealing with high temperatures and I am still unwilling to turn on the oven to cook dinner. August is here and making its presence known. I am sure you know what I mean. Nothing heats up ...
Lifestyle
August 8, 2024
2 Tbsps. butter 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and sliced 1 medium onion, sliced Philly steak meat Fajita seasoning as desired Fajita size tortillas Cheese, sour cream, diced tomatoes and other fajita t...
Lifestyle
August 8, 2024
Breakfast sausage 2 Tbsps. butter if needed 1 egg per boat, so if you are cooking for 4 and using 8 boats, use 8 eggs 1 Tbsp. heavy cream per egg, I used about ½ cup for 10 eggs Seasonings as desired ...
Lifestyle
August 8, 2024
1lb medium shrimp (thawed & peeled) 1 Tbsp. unsalted butter ½ tsp. garlic powder ½ tsp. onion powder ½ tsp. smoked paprika ½ tsp. ground cumin ½ tsp. chili powder Small or medium flour tortillas Toppi...
Lifestyle
August 8, 2024
16oz pasta I used rotini, but any pasta will work 3 boneless chicken breasts cooked and diced (I used part of a rotisserie chicken) 1 packet taco seasoning mix, more or less to taste 10oz canned corn ...
Lifestyle, News
July 23, 2024
The Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department (OTRD) today released an update on the increased travel and visitation numbers generated by July 4th weekend at Oklahoma State Parks. In total, between J...
Lifestyle
July 18, 2024
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, show off your true colors and let others see who you are and what makes you tick. You are given the spotlight right now to shine and get noticed even more. TAURUS – Apr 21...
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By JACI WALKER STAFF WRITER 
July 11, 2024
Muldrow’s centerpiece of activity is the Muldrow City Park. This park provides a beautiful chunk of nature in the midst of the industry and residences of the rest of the town. With its easy trail loop...
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By JACI WALKER STAFF WRITER 
July 11, 2024
Sequoyah County is home to lovers of the outdoors, and these outdoorsy people have many scenic destinations to explore. One such destination is Armstrong Park in Vian. The park consists of many trail ...
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By JACI WALKER STAFF WRITER 
July 11, 2024
Summertime goes hand-in-hand with the outdoors for many people in Sequoyah County. The town of Sallisaw’s KOA campground provides summer fun for all of those who enjoy the lake, hiking, fishing, or si...
Health, Lifestyle
SALLISAW TOPS
By Billie Anthony 
July 9, 2024
We had 13 attend our meeting Monday. Cindy had the best weight loss this week with 2 pounds gone. Way to go Cindy! Our Lucky Lotto winner was Barbara with a winning of $45. Lucky lady! Since the Lucky...
Lifestyle
A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS
By A Few of My Favorite Things Katina Holland Special to Your TIMES 
July 4, 2024
I don’t think anyone will disagree with me that it’s just hot right now! July has kicked off and we have already had some 100° days and high humidity just makes it worse. I don’t do well with the heat...
Lifestyle
July 4, 2024
¼-½ cup mayonnaise, to taste 2 Tbsps. red wine vinegar ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp. black pepper ¼ tsp. garlic powder 3 cups frozen sweet corn, thawed and drained 1 medium onion, diced 1 medium orange bell peppe...
Lifestyle
July 4, 2024
6 Roma tomatoes, sliced into long quarters 1 head Romaine lettuce ½lb mozzarella balls 1 cup crushed garlic-flavored pita chips or croutons ½ cup torn fresh basil leaves ½ red onion, diced ¼ cup light...
Lifestyle
July 4, 2024
8-12oz vanilla flavor yogurt 3-6 Tbsps. honey, to taste 8 cups seedless watermelon, cubed and drained 1 cantaloupe, cubed and drained 5 cups strawberries, halved 1 cup g r a p e s , washed and halved ...
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July 4, 2024
½lb blueberries, fresh 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved 1 head Romaine lettuce 1 15oz can mandarin oranges in light syrup, drained ½ cup dried cherries ¼ cup red onion ½lb strawberries, fresh ¼ cup almond...
Lifestyle
July 4, 2024
Residents and family should be aware that dehydration can be serious and possibly be life-threatening and may require hospitalization. Dehydration is when your body does not have enough water to funct...
Lifestyle
By TRISHA GEDON OSU EXT. AG. 
July 4, 2024
The summer season is full of fun with outdoor activities such as swimming, riding bikes and catching fireflies. It is also a time for picnics and cookouts, and safety must be paramount to avoid any he...