The U.S. Corps of Engineers began construction of the Tenkiller Dam in 1947, to create Lake Tenkiller, now known throughout Green Country and Oklahoma as one of the best places for water and outdoor recreation.
When Billie Paul and Kathleen Mills' house caught fire in December, the couple stood with their property on 730 Road for hours, watching as flames engulfed their house, barn, and vehicle.
The second week of January is National Pizza Week in the United States. And the number of places where Tahlequah residents can find a slice is far from few.
Tahlequah residents have noticed a difference at the Snowflake Ice Rink this year, as some new amenities have added to the fun of gliding across the frozen H2O.
Christmas was a special time of year long before the tribe relocated to what is now its 14-county jurisdiction.
The stars over Tahlequah seemed just a bit dimmer Tuesday evening, when Northeastern State University held its 25th annual "Lights On" ceremony in front of Seminary Hall.
As part of a growing effort to feed hungry people in Cherokee County, First Christian Church of Tahlequah has become the newest site for a Mobile Food Pantry.
Thanksgiving travel will jump to the highest level since 2005 boosted by a stronger economy, even as gasoline prices will be higher than a year earlier.
David Simons spent 11 years of his childhood in Cherokee County. The 44-year-old now lives in Longmont, Colo., and he still misses the lush greenery and abundant fish of Northeastern Oklahoma.
During her 37 years of teaching, Baldridge also taught at Watts Public Schools, Tahlequah Public Schools, and for a bilingual program through the Cherokee Nation assisting local educational agencies.
The elegance and charm of the George Murrell Home by day becomes spooky as dusk turns long shadows into nighttime darkness, with unidentified noises from unknown sources.
Few people endured more hardship than those living in the Indian Territory during the Civil War.
While the weather begins to cool in Northeastern Oklahoma, Tahlequah and the surrounding area are preparing for the holiday season.
In Cookson, several events are in the works.Â
A groovy scene unfolded in downtown Tahlequah Saturday, when Volkswagen enthusiasts from Oklahoma and beyond attended the V-Dubs on Main festival.
It's spirit week for Tahlequah Public Schools, and students are dressing up in costumes to show their pride.
Even though it’s National Fall Foliage Week, Tahlequah isn’t quite ready to see the mix of colors set in among its trees.
The people of Tahlequah seem to take their Mexican food seriously, as a question on the Tahlequah Daily Press Facebook page asking for readers' favorite places garnered more responses than a local school bond election did last week.
While residents of Tahlequah may enjoy the array of Mexican restaurants around town, opinions conflict about the best, perhaps because every place has a little something different to offer.
The world has become a much larger place thanks to social media and cellular apps. They allow people to stay connected with friends, create an online presence to help market brands or businesses, stay up to date with current events - or just fill up spare time.
Many folks around Tahlequah have a morning routine, but if it doesn't include eating a healthy breakfast, they might be missing out on some important benefits that come with hearty meal.
Mingo Acebedo, Jeremy Armstrong, and Darian Washington set up a tent at the Cherokee National Capitol Building Thursday, as Cherokee National Holiday begins Friday and runs through Sunday.
Rain and humidity can ruin many things, such as picnic and ball games, but it also causes problems when making candy.
The natural water sources within Cherokee County are numerous, but some aren't easy to find, hidden away and touched by few tourists - like one gem on Fourteen-Mile Creek.
Between man and nature lies a mysterious element of coexistence, though humans rarely live side by side with feral animals. But one Cherokee County couple learned to share their property with a turkey that was likely a mix between wild and domestic.
It may not be Hollywood, but the actors in local community theater are no less passionate, funny and flawed. They give of themselves on stage, backstage, and in general, through hours of time volunteering.
At the midway point of summer, Cherokee County's rivers, creeks and lakes are seeing the usual amount of guests, keeping float operators and marinas as busy as ever.
Out of all of Cherokee County's popular swimming holes, one "buried treasure" that's fairly well-known to locals is Boy Scout Hole.
On the north side of Haskell Hall on the Northeastern State University campus, visitors will see the Redmen Heritage Wall.
The pool at Northeastern State University's RiverHawks Wellness Center recently added a new feature, which may help attract new guests to the recreational facility.
Downtown Tahlequah is celebrating the season with a Summer of Saturdays, and community members and visitors are invited to discover the specials offered at unique boutiques and restaurants.
This year, Tahlequah Community Playhouse Inc. was accepted as a replication site for the Penguin Project, a program conceived by Dr. Andrew Morgan that provides an opportunity for children with special needs, ages 10-21, to participate in the performing arts.
Twelve cyclists participating in the 2017 Remember the Removal Bike Ride left the Cherokee Nation Tuesday to begin a three-week, 950-mile trek retracing the northern route of the Trail of Tears.
AAA Oklahoma has named Jesse Butler of Tahlequah and J.D. Jackson of Medford as 2017 Adult Crossing Guards of the Year in Oklahoma.
Known as J.R., John Sellers was born in Welling, works in Briggs, and lives in Eldon.
Kelly Francis and her grandmother Katie Francis, took Kelly's daughter Aubriella Young, 3, and niece Makhia Pettit, 11, to Felts Park Thursday.
For 70 years, the Stilwell Strawberry Festival has been the backdrop for making memories and judging berries.
For those waiting until the last minute, there are several spots around Tahlequah where one might find the perfect gift for mom.
Mother's Day presents don't always have to be expensive, and the folks at the Hulbert Public Library know that.
TV's most famous talking horse didn't do autographs, but plenty of memorabilia immortalizes Mister Ed and the show that ran during 1961-'66. Plenty of fans make the trip to Tahlequah to see a big memento: Mister Ed's grave marker.
The co-op carries a selection of over 4,000 local food items and craft goods, which includes vegetables, as well as a variety of meat.
The atmosphere was light, the music was good and the smiles were contagious at the Tahlequah Senior Citizens Center's dance.
Linda West moved to Tahlequah in 1979, and she considers it her home.
Mike Shelton has been working on a labor of love for 18 months, and he's almost ready to share it with the Tahlequah community.
When residents of Tahlequah need a venue for a modest get-together, one of their options is the city owned Brookside Center.
Ryan Alley couldn’t wait to taste the bread he helped make at the Fort Gibson Historic Site.
For beginners looking to build their own gardens this year, there are a number of variables to consider.
SkateHouse offers all elementary schools in Tahlequah a school skate night about once a month.Â
Akins said he had almost given up on finding his lost brother, until one day in early February, when he received a Facebook message from Bolding.
Thursday's event was designed specifically as a Valentine's celebration, offering couples to have a night out during the month of love.
Veterans attended a town hall meeting Thursday afternoon with Veteran Affairs officials at the Veterans of Foreign War facility.
Before 2013, Amy Aldridge Sanford had spent all but three years of her life in Northeast Oklahoma.
The Nickel Preserve Winter Bird Count is in, and on Sunday, wildlife enthusiasts and volunteers say they found 57 different species of feathered friends in the 17,000 acres in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains.
TAHLEQUAH [mdash] age 43. Homemaker. Died December 8th, 2019 in Tahlequah, OK. Funeral services December 16th, 2019 at 2:00 PM at Reed-Culver Chapel. Visitation December 13th, 2019 from 1:00-6:00 PM at Reed-Culver Funeral Home.
ROSE[mdash] NAME: Robert Clarke Pirsch AGE: 58 TOWN: Rose OCCUPATION: Electronics Technician DIED: Dec. 10, 2019 SERVICES: Private Family Service
PRYOR [mdash] age 63. Med Tech. Died December 8th, 2019 in Pryor, OK. Services December 13th at 10:00 AM at Reed-Culver Chapel. Burial at Tahlequah City Cemetery. Visitation December 12th from 1:00-6:00 PM at Reed- Culver
TAHLEQUAH[mdash] NAME: Lan Cong Van AGE: 38 TOWN: Tahlequah OCCUPATION: Nail Technician DIED: Dec. 7, 2019 SERVICES: Services in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Forest Lawn Funeral Home
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