Lincoln County News

Stroud’s Jacob Beck (in blue) clears a hurdle en route to a state runnerup finish at the Indoor State Championships Saturday at the Mosier Indoor Athletic Facility at OU. The event was sponsored by the Oklahoma Cross County & Track Coaches Association. Photo/Mario Holland

Indoor state championships

News Staff

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Stroud’s girls won the indoor track state championship Saturday at the University of Oklahoma.The Lady Tigers competed in Division 3, which includes schools in Class A, 2A and 3A.

The Meeker girls celebrate after beating Prague, 42-40, last week. Photo/Rick Hester

Playoff hoops

News Staff

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

This week’s games Class 4A GirlsMcLoud vs. Madill, 6 p.m. Tuesday at McLoud North Rock Creek vs. Mannford, 6 p.m. Tuesday at NRC BoysMcLoud vs. Ada, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at McLoud North Rock Creek, vs. Tulsa Central, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at NRC Class 3A GirlsMeeker vs. Cascia Hall, 6 p.m.

Burglary charges

Emily Kalka Staff Writer

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

A man has been charged with burglary in the second degree for allegedly entering a building in Chandler with the intent to steal.The charges were filed on Feb. 11 against Levi Ellis of Prague, 46, by District Attorney Adam Panter.

Regional wrestling

News Staff

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Pryor

guests and was crowned by last year’s Queen, Chris Hodge, and presented the traditional crown, sash, pin and yellow rose, official flower of BSP. Hodge was assisted by Pam Hunt, Nancy Stephenson, Sue Helms, Pam Clement and Mary Jackson on the planning committee. Kim says her sorority sisters are like family and she is honored to be Queen.

Beta Sigma Phi Valentine queen

Kim Johnson

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Stroud’s Psi Master chapter of Beta Sigma Phi International women’s sorority, is proud to announce long-time member, Kim Johnson, as its 2026 Valentine Queen.A member since 2007, Johnson resides in Cushing and is a registered nurse.

Two more charged

Emily Kalka Staff Writer

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Two more men were charged with five counts for an alleged burglary that took place on or around Nov. 22, 2025 at a marijuana grow.Taliek Adams, 36, and Nicholas Henderson, 35, were charged on Feb.

State champions!

News Staff

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Prague’s 4x800 relay team of Harley Johnson (standing, left), Hailey Johnson (standing, right), Hanna Rolette (front left) and Jocelyn Ward (front right) brought home a state championship from the OCCTCA Indoor State Championships at OU over the weekend.

Agra School Board meets

Emily Kalka Staff Writer

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

The Agra School Board held its regular monthly meeting on Feb. 9, where it approved a geothermal HVAC project.It also approved an agreement with the purchasing system TOPS, payroll and encumbrances.The Board went into executive session from 6:32 p.m. to 7:58 p.m.

Lincoln County 4-H hosts Demonstration Contest

Emily Kalka Staff Writer

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Lincoln County 4-H members competed at the County Demonstration Contest in Agra on Feb. 10, with many ribbons being awarded to the best presentations.

Marching to his own beat - Zolan Gribble

Emily Kalka Staff Writer

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

If you met Meeker senior Zolan Gribble a few years ago,youprobablywouldn’t recognize the young man today.He sits and talks enthusiastically about his hobbies -- music, horror movies and martial arts, to name a few. He’s ahead on his school work and loves helping his grandfather on the ranch.

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