Taking the green

Jet Smith isn’t afraid of setting out on his own.The senior at North Rock Creek started his own car detailing business -- thanks to some inspiration from his brother-in-law -- when he needed a job that would fit his busy schedule.

TEACHER OF THE WEEK

Lauren KellyHometown: Shawnee College: Oklahoma State University Degrees: B.A. in Journalism Years taught: 6Years taught at Dale: 4Currently teaching: Special Education 5th-8th Grade Family: Sons - Jack & Reed KellyWhy is teaching important to you?

Seminole State announces fall 2025 nursing grads

Seminole State College held a pinning ceremony at the Enoch Kelly Haney Center on Dec. 12 for the nursing students expected tomeetdegreerequirements for the fall 2025 semester.In the photo on the left are nursing graduates and nursing faculty and staff.

Looking back

Staff Writer Here’s Part 1 of a look back at 2025 in Lincoln and Pott counties.January- A former Wellston substitute teacher, convicted of two counts of soliciting sexual conduct or communication with a minor by use of Technology, was sentenced to prison.

Leaving a legacy

If there’s one thing you could say about McLoud senior Launa Troutt, it’s that she doesn’t back down from a challenge.She’s a state champion wrestler in her weight class and helped her team become the 5A state champions last season, despite being one of the smallest teams in the division.

Meeker Jackpot Swine show

Lincoln County Commissioners

Lincoln County commissioners in their most recent meeting adopted a resolution for erosion control and a driveway for the new OSU Extension office and approved a resolution for a refund request from the Lincoln County County Citizens Alliance.

No bond in St. Cloud case

A supersedeas bond of $300,000 for the St. Cloud buildings was not posted by the deadline of Dec. 16, according to the Lincoln County Court Clerk’s Office, opening up the way for the City of Chandler to demolish the historic hotel buildings.