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Tahlequah
Cherokee County, Oklahoma
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PEANUTY FAV: Peanut butter, crunchy or smooth, is favored snack
Peanut butter remains a staple snack in American households, with consumers split between smooth and crunchy varieties. According to a report by Lee Guthrie in the Tahlequah Daily Press, this versatile food product…
Reading foundational to scholastic achievement
Lee Guthrie argues that reading is a foundation for scholastic achievement. The brief item is attributed to Guthrie, whose email is listed by the Tahlequah Daily Press, but provides no further details about the argument…
The affordability crisis is hitting low-income Cherokee elders. We are taking action on the rez.
The Cherokee Nation is addressing a growing affordability crisis impacting its elders across the 7,000-square-mile reservation. Rising costs for essential needs like groceries and utilities are placing significant…
Cherokee Nation explores new housing opportunities for Veterans
The Cherokee Nation has formed a work group to study and recommend additional housing options for Cherokee veterans. The announcement came during the Nation’s 2026 Veterans Summits in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. The group will…
Resolution urges developers and regulators to consult all affected tribes on Inola smelter
The Cherokee Council unanimously approved a resolution backing Chief Chuck Hoskin’s call for developers and regulators to consult all tribes affected by the proposed Inola aluminum smelter. The project is near the…
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UKB councilors took no action on Election Board's request
United Keetoowah Band tribal councilors took no action on two Election Board requests for higher stipends at their Nov. 7 meeting. One proposal sought weekly payments of $2,500 for board members and $250 per meeting for…
HOLIDAY GOODNESS: Lots of fun events scheduled for November, December
Residents of Cherokee County have a range of holiday events to look forward to in November and December, including the popular Christmas Parade featuring Santa and Mrs. Claus. The Tahlequah Daily Press highlights the…
Remember the Ladies: Eliza Jane Ross was a pioneer Cherokee Nation teacher
Eliza Jane Ross is remembered as a pioneering teacher who served the Cherokee Nation. The feature highlights her role in education and her place in Cherokee history, bringing attention to a woman whose work helped shape…
Welling man gets suspended sentence for exploiting an elder
Christopher Glen Lindholm, 40, received a one-year suspended sentence after pleading guilty to attempting to exploit an elderly person in Welling, Oklahoma. He had tried to intimidate a 62-year-old into buying him an…
Three NSU standouts nominated for D2 awards
Three Northeastern State University football figures have been nominated for the 2026 D2 CFB Spotlight Awards: quarterback Donnie Smith, defensive back Marvelous Owens and head coach Darrin Chiaverini. The nominations…
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TPS elementary Gold Card recipients named
Tahlequah Public Schools has named 136 elementary students as Gold Card recipients for classroom excellence. The awards recognize students for the first quarter of the 2026–27 school year. The announcement highlights…
SUPERINTENDENT'S CORNER: TPS emphasizes programs for diverse Native population
Tahlequah Public Schools says it serves 1,981 Native American students representing 32 federally recognized tribes. Superintendent Tanya Jones outlines programs supported by federal and tribal funding, including…
Tahlequah Rotary Students of the Month
Tahlequah High School announced its October and November Rotary Students of the Month. The honorees include students involved with the school’s Interact Club, with Judah Kirts and Jolee Blakley identified as speakers in…
Hoskin announces leadership changes in final year
Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. has announced a series of strategic leadership changes as he enters the final year of his current term. These adjustments are intended to streamline administrative…
EDITORIAL: More items on the Democratic 'to-do' list
The Tahlequah Daily Press editorial criticizes economic inequality and argues that Americans should question claims portraying European social programs as failures. It points to public spending, including pandemic-era…
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Farm animals, life skills meet therapy at new clinic
A new nature-based pediatric therapy center has opened in Tahlequah, offering a unique therapeutic model for children. The facility, operated by Pediatrics Plus, features specialized spaces including a sensory room, a…
EVERYONE BACK: Tigers bring back core of roster for 2026
The Tahlequah boys basketball team is preparing for the upcoming season with nearly their entire core roster returning. While some players have yet to begin training in the gym, the team is optimistic about their…
Cherokee Nation to celebrate Native pop culture with return of SkasdiCon Vol. V
The Cherokee Nation is preparing to host the fifth annual SkasdiCon on November 14 at the Chota Conference Center. The event celebrates Native influence on pop culture, featuring over 50 Indigenous artists, cosplay…
Record crowd of more than 3,400 marks historic night for Northeastern State University wrestling
Northeastern State University celebrated a historic milestone as its wrestling program hosted its inaugural home match. A record-breaking crowd of over 3,400 spectators attended the event, where both the men's and…
NSU wrestling makes history with first home wins, NCAA attendance record
Northeastern State University’s men’s wrestling team achieved a historic milestone on Wednesday by securing their first-ever home victories. The event also set an NCAA Division II attendance record, drawing nearly 3,000…
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NeoHealth to offer free flu vaccine clinic at Tahlequah Pharmacy
NeoHealth Tahlequah Pharmacy is hosting a free flu vaccine clinic for the public on Thursday, November 19. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the pharmacy located on South Muskogee Avenue, while supplies last…
NHS among OHA's 2026 Excellence in Clinical Quality and Safety awardees
Northeastern Health System (NHS) in Tahlequah has been honored with a 2026 Excellence in Clinical Quality & Safety Award by the Oklahoma Hospital Association. The award recognizes hospitals that demonstrate significant…
CHIEF CHAT: Affordability crisis hitting low-income Cherokee elders; tribe taking action on rez
The Cherokee Nation is expanding its 'Elders in Need' program to combat rising costs affecting low-income tribal elders. Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. announced a 50% increase in annual benefits, raising them from $600 to…
Hoskin, Warner announce $4.5M increase in elder initiatives
Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. and Deputy Chief Bryan Warner have announced a $4.5 million increase in funding for elder initiatives. The new directives will expand nutrition sites and significantly…
Preparedness presentations postponed
The Cherokee Nation Emergency Management team has announced the postponement of a series of free disaster preparedness workshops. The sessions, which were originally scheduled for November 10, 12, and 19, were intended…
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RiverHawks hit road for final time vs. Bearcats
The Northeastern State University RiverHawks football team is preparing for their final road game of the season against the Bearcats. With three games remaining in the schedule, the team is focused on their performance…
Cherokee Nation announces $4.5M investment to expand elder assistance programs
The Cherokee Nation announced a $4.5 million investment on November 4 to expand support programs for tribal elders. Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. stated the funds will increase utility assistance from $400 to $600…
TIGER FINALE: Tahlequah eyes strong end of season vs. Tulsa Edison
The Tahlequah football team is preparing for a strong finish to their season as they face off against Tulsa Edison. The team looks to address defensive concerns that were identified earlier in the season as they head…
Cougars to finish regular season at home vs. Comets
The Keys Cougars are set to conclude their regular season this Friday at 7 p.m. with a home game against the Kansas Comets at Jerry Hood Field. The game serves as Senior Night for the Cougars, who are looking to…