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Hearing continued in embezzlement

A dispositional hearing has been continued for a Meeker man charged in 2024 with two counts of embezzlement, who has pleaded not guilty..

Health awards in Lincoln County

Businesses, entities, schools and other organizations in Lincoln County have been recognized by the state for their public health initiatives.

Four charged with conpiracy

By Mike McCormick Staff Writer Four men have been charged with conspiring to bring contraband into the Lincoln County Jail.Two of those charged each have several prior felony convictions.Formal charges of conspiracy were filed in Lincoln County District Court Apr.

Democrats meet

The Lincoln County Democrats held their 2025 County Convention in Chandler on April 5 and elected new officers.

Sex crimes case

A man from Harrah and a woman from McLoud face multiple sex crimes and the man’s attempt to have his bond reduced has been denied.Formally charged in Lincoln County District Court March 27, 2025 are Brandon Lee Morris, 26 and Trisha Nicole Franks, 27.

Voters to get confirmation notices

The Oklahoma State Election Board will be sending address confirmation notices to some registered voters, a press release from the board said on April. 28. The notices are required by state law to confirm if identified voters still reside at the address on file.
Meeker, NRC, Prague honor valedictorians, salutatorians

Meeker, NRC, Prague honor valedictorians, salutatorians

Meeker, NRC, Prague honor valedictorians, salutatorians

Meeker Public Schools has announced Mallory Blankenship as the valedictorian and Asa Watham as the salutatorian for the Class of 2025.MeekerMallory Blankenship Mallory Blankenship is the daughter of Shane and Misty Blankenship. She has attended Meeker Public Schools for 13 years.She has a 3.

Bail jumping charged in marijuana case

An Edmond man who failed to show for a court appearance and who has a $100,000 bench warrant out for his arrest has been charged with bail jumping, a felony.

Resignations over board action

White Rock School Board members’ attempt to not renew Supt. Alicia Ebers’ contract for the 2025-2026 year has prompted nine teachers and staff to submit their resignations in apparent protest.

Students awarded $1,000 scholarships

Five students from Lincoln County have been awarded tuition grants from the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in their annual Oklahoma Scholarship Competition, according to a press release from the Hall of Fame.