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Review set for Wellston man

A Wellston man with two previous convictions for domestic violence and who pleaded guilty recently to domestic abuse–assault and battery and drew a suspended term has appeared for a review. District Judge Sarah Bridge continued case to 9 a.m. Nov. 4.

Time suspended

A man charged with four counts of sex related acts with a minor and who has taken a guilty blind plea has been sentenced.Formal charges were filed July 26, 2023 in Lincoln County District Court against Bradley Jacobs, 20, address unknown.

Meeker Town Board issues building permits

Meeker Town Board of Trustees this week approved a couple of building permits and meeting as the Public Works Authority handled several other items of businsess.Their actions came during a special meeting.Trustees approved a building permit submitted by Brent and Delayna Pearcy.
Chandler rodeo

Chandler rodeo

Chandler rodeo

The Chandler Roundup Club held it annual open rodeo over the weekend. Spectators were treated to new lights, new seats and plenty of action. Top left, the National American Insurance team of ladies won the Baby Bale Race and earned a donation to The Chosen House.

408 counts in dog case

Jerry Hine, 83, of Stroud, has been charged with 408 felony counts of animal cruelty. Hine made his initial court appearance on July 24, and his pre-preliminary hearing has been scheduled for July 31, according to court documents.
A little slice of heaven

A little slice of heaven

A little slice of heaven

When Steve and Jean Lucas moved to Chandler in 1991, orchards and chestnuts weren’t really on their minds. Instead, they worked their regular day jobs -- Steve as an accountant and Jean as a teacher -- raised their children, and did what everyone else did—cattle and hay.

Stroud City Council

The Stroud City Council approved the appointment of Linda Smith to the Stroud Hospital and Development Authority at their regular meeting on July 10.They also approved the renewal of lease purchase agreements for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and line transfers for the FY 2024-25 budget.

Lincoln County Commissioners

Lincoln County commissioners this week approved a service agreement with the Child Advocacy Center of Central Oklahoma and adopted a resolution with the Center as well.They also approved a contract with Commercial Roof Solutions for the Fair Barn Reroof project.

Meeker school board meeting

Meeker Board of Education members have named two new directors and hired a new assistant high school football coach and also accepted the resignation of Brad Seaborn, high school teacher, Athletic and Transportation Director Seaborn has taken a position with the Strother School District, Meeker...

Charges filed

A Stroud man faces a felony and misdemeanor following his arrest recently by a Lincoln County Sheriff’s deputy.