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Tracy Sneed, gym owner and retired professional boxer from Chandler, poses with his sons, Adrian, left, and Braylon, along with “Mama” Haley Sheets. Photo/Jentezen Smith

Tracy Sneed, gym owner and retired professional boxer from Chandler, poses with his sons, Adrian, left, and Braylon, along with “Mama” Haley Sheets. Photo/Jentezen Smith

Sneed family: A boxing legacy

Jentezen Smith Staff Writer
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
More than 25 years ago, out of desperation to pay to treat his mother’s cancer, Tracy Sneed got involved in selling drugs to make ends meet, leading to his conviction in court where he received a 52-year sentence in jail.
Debbie Kay Jones

Debbie Kay Jones

Debbie Kay Jones

News Staff
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Debbie Kay Jones, 65, passed away on Tuesday,June18,2024, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.Debbie was born on May 29, 1959, in Amarillo,Texas, to Joel and Margaret (Spoden) Fields. Debbie married Tommy Lee Jones on March 17, 1979, in Amarillo.
Ronald Curtis Underwood

Ronald Curtis Underwood

Ronald Curtis Underwood

News Staff
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Ronald “Ronnie” Curtis Underwood, 80, passed away on Friday, June 28, 2024, at his home in Chandler, Oklahoma.Ronald was born on November 29, 1943, to CurtisBasilUnderwood and Lydia Lovella (Hines)Underwood.He was raised and attended school in Spencer, Oklahoma.

Two from Stroud charged in felonies

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Two people from Stroud have each been charged with drug and contraband felonies following their arrest in June by law enforcement officers.
Howard Dickman, owner of Chandler Tire Center, stands next to a pillar marking the restored stairs leading up the hill where the old Oklahoma National Guard warehouse was located. After over 20 years of work, Dickman’s research led to the designation of Chandler as the hometown of the National Guard. Next on Dickman’s list is to replace and restore plaques and monuments at National Guard sites in town. Photo/ Emily Kalka

Howard Dickman, owner of Chandler Tire Center, stands next to a pillar marking the restored stairs leading up the hill where the old Oklahoma National Guard warehouse was located. After over 20 years of work, Dickman’s research led to the designation of Chandler as the hometown of the National Guard. Next on Dickman’s list is to replace and restore plaques and monuments at National Guard sites in town. Photo/ Emily Kalka

Chandler: Home town of the Guard

Emily Kalka Staff Writer
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
While most people would rather be tucked inside under the A/C on any given day in June, Howard Dickman was up for a short jaunt around town. It was one of those days that prompted caution from meteorologists and electricity bills to rise.

Hearings set in abuse and intimidation

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Preliminary hearings have been scheduled for a woman from Meeker and a Shawnee man, each charged with three felonies, among them child abuse and child neglect. One of the counts against the Meeker woman is for intimidation of witness.Their preliminary hearings are set for Aug. 22.

Lincoln County Commissioners meeting

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Lincoln County commissioners this week held up on approving any purchase of software for the county and also heard from a landowner who opposes the wind turbines.
Up the wall

Up the wall

Up the wall

News Staff
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Mercedes Martinez from Stroud took on the challenge of the climbing wall at the Wellston Independence Day celebration last week and, as seen at right above, made it her own. Photos/Baylee Blancarte

Hearing set for Steele in felony cases

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
A pre-preliminary hearing has been set for a Wellston man, previously convicted of several felonies, who is facing two more following his arrest by Lincoln County deputies recently.
Celebrating Independence Day

Celebrating Independence Day

Celebrating Independence Day

Mike Mccormick Staff Column
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Many of you are aware of my passion for veterans. Without the dedication and service of those who fought in previous wars and conflicts, many of us wouldn’t be here today.Early last month, the United States and France, among other countries, observed the 80th anniversary of the landing at Normandy.
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