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Sentencing set

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

A woman charged with two felonies, one of them alleging computer fraud, has waived a jury trial, and agreed to appear for a plea and sentencing.

Blind plea entered in Carney murder

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

A Wellston woman who was scheduled to go on trial earlier this week in the death of a Carney man has entered a guilty blind plea and her sentencing has been scheduled.

Chandler’s Lady Lions rolled into the state semifinals last week before falling to eventual state champion Lone Grove. Above coach Bryan Herring confers with Blaklei Smith, left; Ellie Hilgenfeld, center, and Brenlee Correa during a timeout in the Lady Lions’ 6-0 win over in the first round. Right, Kennedy Allen delivers a pitch during her no-hitter against Lindsay. Below, Blaklei Smith celebrates after a basehit. For more on the state tournament, see Section C. Photos/Brian Blansett

State tournament

News Staff

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

James Kerr (left) and Samuel Gardner (right), members of the Pride of Chandler marching band, perform at OSSAA NE Marching Band Regionals on Oct. 15. Photo/Jennifer Pryor

Bands wind up season

Emily Kalka Staff Writer

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

The marching band season ended with the OSSAA Marching Band Regionals last week. Five schools in the area with marching bands competed, earning scores from 1 to 4.The Pride of Chandler scored straight 1s at the NE Marching Band Regionals in Oolagah, ending a stellar season strong.

Fire Department field trip

News Staff

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Stroud pre-K classes took a field trip to the Stroud Fire Station last Friday. Top left, Captain Ryan Menefee poses for a photo with Mrs. Amber Presley’s class.

Chandler approves new subdivision ordinances

News Staff

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

The Chandler City Council voted to approve changes to city ordinances regarding sidewalks and lighting in new subdivisions, among other things, at their monthly meeting on Oct. 8.The updates require developers to install sidewalks and streetlights in new subdivisions.

Chandler Drama: Riding the laughs to state

Emily Kalka Staff Writer

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Romeo, Romeo… wherefore art thou, Romeo?He’s going to OSSAA 4A One-Act State. The Chandler High School theatre troupe had a strong showing at OSSAA 4A One-Act Regionals on Oct. 10 and has advanced to State.

Commission accepts bid

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Lincoln County commissioners this week awarded a bid for construction of a new OSU Extension Office Building at the fairgrounds.They also agreed to make modifications to the jail expansion/renovation project, opting to scrap the expansion but go ahead with the renovation.

Chandler board of education

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Chandler Board of Education members this week accepted the resignations of several personnel and employed a new I.T. technician.They also were presented with the College Remediation report and the dropout report.School Supt. Scott Baade said the board members voted to employ Ian Hamilton as an I.T.

Local choirs, singers excel

Emily Kalka Staff Writer

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Choirs at local junior high and high schools definitely have something to sing about. Stroud and Chandler saw several students make ECOCDA choirs last week.Director Leslie Anderson at Stroud said she is very excited for her six students who made the honor hoirs.

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