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State audit finds abuse, oversight issues at E-911

Emily Kalka Staff Writer
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
The District 23 district attorney believes a criminal investigation is warranted regarding the findings of the Oklahoma State Auditor and Inspector’s forensic audit into the Lincoln County E-911 Trust Authority.DA Adam Panter made the comment in a press statement release on Feb.
A rendering of the new Harrah’s Oklahoma Casino located on Route 66, west of Chandler.

A rendering of the new Harrah’s Oklahoma Casino located on Route 66, west of Chandler.

Harrah’s Oklahoma to officially open April 9

Emily Kalka Staff Writer
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Afteryearsandmonthsof work, Harrah’s Oklahoma is officially opening its doors on April 9.According to General Manager Joe Scibetta, about 50 percent of the gaming floor is set up, which is about 500 machines, with another 80 set to come in early this week.
Davenport Homecoming Queen

Davenport Homecoming Queen

Davenport Homecoming Queen

News Staff
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Davenport Homecoming Queen Halle Elmore stands in between her escorts at the basketball homecoming event on Feb. 7 at the school’s game against Oilton. It was a double event, with senior night also taking place.
Brooklyn Eyestone

Brooklyn Eyestone

Rotarians of the Month named

News Staff
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
The Chandler Rotary Club has selected Brooklynn Eyestone, Wyatt Mayer and Brett Ramsey as Rotarians of the Month for February.Brooklyn is the daughter of Bailey Eyestone and JD Eyestone.

Quirk to perform solo

Emily Kalka Staff Writer
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
A college student from McLoud is one of ten students who earned the distinction of performing as a soloist at Oklahoma Baptist University’s annual Concerto-Aria Concert, according to a press release from the university.

Davenport investigation

News Staff
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
An investigation has been launched into alleged possible embezzlement by the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI). Public Information Manager Hunter McKee confirmed that they had been asked to investigate by the Davenport Police.

Wrestling regionals next week

Emily Kalka Staff Writer
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Wrestling teams around the state and locally are gearing up for OSSAA Regionals, set to take place next week.Girls’ Regionals will take place from Feb. 16 to 17, with boys’ Regionals set for Feb. 20 to 21.The McLoud girls’ team is coming into regionals strong.
To the show ring and beyond

To the show ring and beyond

To the show ring and beyond

Emily Kalka Staff Writer
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
FFA helped broaden Wellston senior Kaden James’ life, though it didn’t start out so easily, he likes to joke.It’s a long family tradition on his father’s side.“We’re involved in two major things. Kind of tracing back to my grandpa, even my great grandpa, and that’s ag and the military.

Baade retires as superintendent

Emily Kalka Staff Writer
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
The Chandler School Board accepted the resignation of Superintendent Scott Baade at its regular meeting on Feb. 9.Baade has been working in education for 39 years and has been the superintendent at Chandler since 2022.

Wellston man killed in shooting

Emily Kalka Staff Writer
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
A 74-year-old man was shot and killed near Wellston on Sunday by law enforcement responding to a 911 call that he was threatening suicide.The man was identified by the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) as Steven Pence. He was a retired deputy from the Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Office.
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