Sallisaw, OK

About Sallisaw

• • Musician and actor, Christian Kane, known for "Leverage," hails from Sallisaw.
• • The Sallisaw NOW680 television station began broadcasting in 1988, serving eastern Oklahoma.
• • The railroad's expansion through the area established Sallisaw as a key transportation hub.
• • A local legend says a mischievous spirit haunts the historic Sallisaw Muldrow Bridge.
• • The Great Depression devastated the local economy, impacting farming and trade significantly.
• • Named after a Cherokee word, "Sal-is-au," meaning "battleground," it was incorporated in 1889.
• • With around 8,000 residents, the population is similar to many small Oklahoma towns.
• • Sitting at 525 feet, the elevation is slightly higher than the Arkansas River.
• • Agriculture, particularly cattle and crops, remains a significant part of the local economy.
• • Being in Sallisaw feels like stepping back in time, offering warmth and small-town charm.
• • The Tulsa Drillers, a minor league baseball team, are the closest pro sports option.
• • Sallisaw High School's Black Diamonds have a notable football rivalry with Muldrow.

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