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Stroud students in finals in agriculture proficiency

News Staff
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Brance Wells and Bailey Faires of the Stroud FFA Chapter in Stroud, Oklahoma have been named national finalists this year for the Turf and Landscape Management Agricultural Proficiency Award and Small Animal Care Agricultural Proficiency Award, respectively.

Dogs available to adopt

Emily Kalka Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
The Tulsa Humane Society announced last week that it had been granted custody of the over 400 Maltese dogs and puppies rescued from Add Love Pets, LLC, in Stroud last month, and they were up for adoption via its Facebook page.From Aug. 7 to Aug.
First day of practice

First day of practice

First day of practice

News Staff
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Monday was the official start of high school football in Oklahoma and the Chandler Lions joined other schools in getting their first practice under their belts. Practices are helmets-only until Friday, when players may don their pads. The season begins on Aug.
The Pride of Meeker marching band lines up to go through marching drills in the parking lot next to the high school with Drum Major Holly Turner (far left) looking on. The band is 42-strong this year, and ready to hit the field and competitions. Photo/Emily Kalka

The Pride of Meeker marching band lines up to go through marching drills in the parking lot next to the high school with Drum Major Holly Turner (far left) looking on. The band is 42-strong this year, and ready to hit the field and competitions. Photo/Emily Kalka

Area bands: eight to the bar

Emily Kalka Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
The excitement was palpable in the band room at Meeker High School.Students were sprawled out in one large group talking over each other and exhibiting energy that was surprising for how early in the morning it was.

Not guilty pleas in child sex case

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
A Prague man facing four felony charges with a child has entered an innocent plea and his case has been set for the felony disposition docket.Isaias M. Nunez, 32, was formally charged in Lincoln County District Court on Aug.

Seminole State College Honor Roll

News Staff
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
Seminole State College released the names of honor students for its 2025 Summer Term, including several Lincoln County students.A total of 179 students were recognized. To make the honor roll, students needed to complete six or more credit hours during the summer term and maintain a 3.

Lincoln County students attend roundup at OSU

News Staff
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
Oklahoma 4-H’ers were in the spotlight during the 104th State 4-H Roundup as they took center stage with workshops, contests, district rallies and more. More than 750 club members and adults gathered on the Oklahoma State University campus for the biggest 4-H event of the year on July 23-25.

Construction in I-44 continues

News Staff
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority released an update on ongoing projects along the Turner Turnpike/I-44.The turnpike between Stroud and Chandler was narrowed to one lane from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Aug. 6,fromMM147forsurface repairs.

Lincoln Co. Commission

News Staff
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
Emily Kalka Staff Writer The Lincoln County Commissioners approved the Lincoln County Fair Board’s application for a Route 66 Revitalization Grant to build a new sign along Route 66, at their regular meeting on Aug. 4 at the Lincoln County Courthouse.
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