Lincoln County News

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.
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.

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!

State champions!

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

Marching to his own beat - Zolan Gribble

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.
Bice delivers check to Chandler airport project

Bice delivers check to Chandler airport project

Bice delivers check to Chandler airport project

News Staff
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
The Chandler Regional Airport has recieved grant funding of $8 million for the runway expansion project.On Feb. 17, Rep. Stephanie Bice present City Manager Jason Orr with a ceremonial check.The grant was applied for about a year and a half ago, Bice said at a short ceremony at the airport.

Fleak resigns as Prague superintendent

News Staff
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Emily Kalka Staff Writer ThePragueSchoolBoard approved the resignation of Superintendent Kimberly Fleak at their regular meeting on Feb. 9. The resignation will be effective as of June 30, 2026.TheBoardthenapproved adjunct teachers for SY 26.
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