$51,702 gas bill

When Meeker School Supt. Jeff Pruitt returned from Spring Break, he discovered February’s gas bill for the district had arrived. To his amazement, the bill was for more than $51,000.

Stroud, Prague host big track weekend

Bryce Collins of Stroud clears a hurdle during the Tiger Track Classic Saturday. It was an eventful weekend in local track, as Prague held its annual meet on Friday. For more photos and results, please see Section C. Photo/Brian Blansett

Commissioners step away from sales tax

Lincoln County commissioners this week backed away from calling a special election to be held on June 8 to ask voters to approve a new ¾ cent sales tax for county public safety purposes.

Area graduation dates set

Area high school commencement exercises have been scheduled for graduating seniors in Lincoln and Pottawatomie Counties, though details for some are still being worked out. Agra: School Supt. Jeff Kelly says graduation exercises are scheduled for 7 p.m.

Easter events planned

As the Easter holiday approaches, Christians look forward to celebrating the Resurrection of Jesus Christ while children anticipate candy-filled baskets and Easter egg hunts. Church leaders and community organizers are making plans to meet both those needs.

No decision on possible tax election

Lincoln County Commissioners this week decided to hold off on calling for a special election on a possible new sales tax for countywide ambulance service and a new jail.

Kalee Peery: National champion and record-setter

Chandler powerlifter Kalee Peery won two national championships and set four national records over the weekend in the NASA High School Powerlifting Nationals. She competed in the Freshman-Sophomore Division at the 132-pound weight class and won titles in the unequipped and retro divisions.

NRC: Burying a glimpse of history

The 2020-2021 school year has been a memorable one for many students. At North Rock Creek, it will be remembered for 100 years. Friday, March.

House fire in Chandler

Above, Chandler firefighters hose a fire at a vacant house at 13th and Allison Tuesday morning. Below, a firefighter opens the valve on a hydrant and bottom, another directs water into the house from close range. No one was injured the fire and the cause remained undetermined Tuesday afternoon.