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A member of the Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run makes her way through Chandler on May 21. The four-month run will go through all 50 states and covered 71 miles from Bristow to Oklahoma City on Route 66. The run is to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States. Photo/Emily Kalka

A member of the Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run makes her way through Chandler on May 21. The four-month run will go through all 50 states and covered 71 miles from Bristow to Oklahoma City on Route 66. The run is to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States. Photo/Emily Kalka

Neglect case continued

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Seven adults charged with four felony counts of child neglect from Davenport have had their cases continued.Jasmine Stewart, Ray Mitchum Sr., Juanita Mitchum, Joyce Mitchum, Alicia Mitchum, Rex. R. MitchumandRayMitchum Jr. all had pre-preliminary hearings on May 14. All were continued until July 9.
Above is a view of New Zion Cemetery located between Chandler and Davenport on Memorial Day. The cemetery is filled with flowers and flags commemorating the holiday. Photo/Emily Kalka

Above is a view of New Zion Cemetery located between Chandler and Davenport on Memorial Day. The cemetery is filled with flowers and flags commemorating the holiday. Photo/Emily Kalka

Remembering veterans for generations

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
In a small country cemetery located in between Chandler and Davenport, a small group of volunteers gathers early on a cloudy Saturday morning. They joke around and share stories about friends and what they did throughout the week.They stand next to a box of flags.
Celebrating Stroud’s Class of 2026

Celebrating Stroud’s Class of 2026

Celebrating Stroud’s Class of 2026

News Staff
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
In the top left photo, Cheyanne Messer grins as she bats away a beach ball that made it’s way into the graduation ceremony. In the top right photo, (from left to right) Jacob Beck, Amarieana Bobo and Jackson Campbell ham it up for the photo during the graduation ceremony.
The graduating class of 2026 from McLoud High School tosses their hats into the air at the end of the ceremony in Firelake Arena on May 23. Photo/Emily Kalka

The graduating class of 2026 from McLoud High School tosses their hats into the air at the end of the ceremony in Firelake Arena on May 23. Photo/Emily Kalka

McLoud, North Rock Creek celebrate grads

News Staff
Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Absentee ballot deadline close

News Staff
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
The deadline to request absentee ballots by mail for the June 16 election is 5 p.m. Monday, June 1.Lincoln County Election Board Secretary Dena Jo Bromley said absentee voting is available to all voters in Oklahoma.

Early voting begins June 11

News Staff
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Early voting for Lincoln County voters begins Thursday, June 11, and continues through Saturday, June 13.Voters who will not be able to make it to the polls on Election Day may vote early at the Lincoln County Election Board.

Sample ballots available for June election

News Staff
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Voters can view or download sample ballots for the June 16 election through the OK Voter Portal at oklahoma.gov/ elections/ovp or pick up a copy at the Lincoln County Election Board during normal business hours.

Seminole State College releases honor roll lists

News Staff
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Seminole State College has released its honor roll lists for the spring 2026 semester. There were approximately 455 students named to the three lists.The President’s Honor Roll is awarded to students who maintain a perfect 4.0 grade point average (GPA) while taking at least 12 credit hours.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers calls for water safety

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
With school out and summer nearly here, more folks will be heading out to lakes and rivers. As people get on boats or hit up their favorite fishing spots, it’s important to keep safety in mind.The U.S.
One of three new murals painted on the side of the old Texaco station in Davenport. The building is currently being renovated to be the new welcome center for the town. The mural was painted by Bob Palmer. Photo/Emily Kalka

One of three new murals painted on the side of the old Texaco station in Davenport. The building is currently being renovated to be the new welcome center for the town. The mural was painted by Bob Palmer. Photo/Emily Kalka

Davenport to bathe Route 66 in neon

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
ThetownofDavenportis about to get a bit brighter.In the latest round of the Route 66 Revitalization Grant Program, Davenport was awarded $658,000 to install neon signs as an extension of the project in Stroud.
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