Chandler rodeo

The Chandler Roundup Club held it annual open rodeo over the weekend. Spectators were treated to new lights, new seats and plenty of action. Top left, the National American Insurance team of ladies won the Baby Bale Race and earned a donation to The Chosen House.

Orentha Faye Hudson

Orentha Faye Hudson, 68, passed away peacefully in her home on July 24, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on July 18, 1957, in Oklahoma City to Carl and HelenMouser,Orenthawas a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Frances Louise (Teters) Hixon

FrancesTeters was born southwest of Stroud on March 18, 1939, to Le-Roy and Merle (Brown) Teters. She attended Oak Grove Schools and later transferred to Stroud Schools. In 1956, Frances became one of the first patients to receive a Corneal Transplant from the Dean McGee Eye Institute.

Joe Stasyszen

Joe Stasyszen, a longtime resident of Chandler, Oklahoma, passed from this life on Friday, July 25, 2025, in Oklahoma City at the age of 71. He was born Joseph Henry Stasyszen on December 26, 1953, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, to William Edward Stasyszen and Gloria Elizabeth (Junk) Stasyszen.

Charles Randall Hays Jr

Charles Randall Hays Jr. Was born on October 13, 1964, in Chandler, Oklahoma, at Mileham Hospital, and passed away on July 6, 2025, at his home.Charles went to Heaven to be with his wife, mother, father, a granddaughter and siblings.

Stroud City Council

The Stroud City Council approved the appointment of Linda Smith to the Stroud Hospital and Development Authority at their regular meeting on July 10.They also approved the renewal of lease purchase agreements for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and line transfers for the FY 2024-25 budget.

Lincoln County Commissioners

Lincoln County commissioners this week approved a service agreement with the Child Advocacy Center of Central Oklahoma and adopted a resolution with the Center as well.They also approved a contract with Commercial Roof Solutions for the Fair Barn Reroof project.

Meeker school board meeting

Meeker Board of Education members have named two new directors and hired a new assistant high school football coach and also accepted the resignation of Brad Seaborn, high school teacher, Athletic and Transportation Director Seaborn has taken a position with the Strother School District, Meeker...