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From left to right, Prague’s 4x800 relay team, Jocelyn Ward, Hailey Johnson, Harley Johnson, and Hanna Rolette.

Leading the state

Brian Blansett Staff Writer

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

When Hailey Johnson crossed the finish line in the 4x800 relay at the Madill track meet two weeks ago, the clock read 10:16.87.

Sara Kirkpatrick delivers a pitch against Mulhall-Orlando. Photo/ Rick Hester

Carney softball

Brian Blansett Staff Writer

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

The future is here for the Carney Lady Bulldogs slow-pitch team.After going 8-8 last year and being eliminated from the playoffs in district, the young team has shot off to an 8-1 start this spring and holds the No. 13 ranking in Class B.

Sports week in pictures

News Staff

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Left, Carney’s Bre Neal watches her bat meet the ball in the Lady Bulldogs’ game against Depew. Photo/Rick Hester Above, Davenport third baseman Chase Mitchell scoops up a grounder against Oilton. Photo/ Rick Hester.

Track meet results

News Staff

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Wildcat Relays at Cashion Girls 4x100 Relay2. North Rock Creek 52.148. Stroud, 54.4811. Wellston, 5.29 Boys 4x100 Relay2. North Rock Creek, 44.185. Stroud, 45.6421. Wellston, 49.82 Girls 4x800 Relay6. North Rock Creek, 10:53.03 Boys 4x800 Relay12. North Rock Creek, 9:59.8413. Wellston, 10:07.

Bryson Taylor delivers a pitch to the plate during Chandler’s 7-0 win over Prague Monday. Photo/Brian Blansett

Lions win at Prague

Brian Blansett Staff Writer

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Pitcher Bryson Taylor scattered six hits and Chandler scored four unearned runs to take a 7-0 district win over Prague Monday.The two teams were back in action at Chandler on Tuesday.

Prague outfielder Dusti Gregory reaches for a fly ball against Dale. Photo/Rick Hester

Slow-pitch roundup

News Staff

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Week of March 29-April 4 Carney and drove home two in the win over Liberty. Charlie Adams was 2-for-2 with four RBI.The Lady Bulldogs bashed a dozen singles against Dewar and turned them into a 4-1 win. Ray, Gabby Murfin and Autumn Gaylord had two hits each.

My mother and the cows

News Staff

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

I didn’t grow up on a farm, though we were out in the country. We didn’t have animals outside of our dogs, and at one point, some guinea fowl and chickens (another story altogether). But that didn’t mean we could escape the occasional cattle drive with Papa and MarMar.

Brynna Raines

Local students win OSU scholarships

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Four Lincoln County students are the recipients of scholarships from Oklahoma State University’s Ferguson College of Agriculture for the 2026-27 academic year, a press release from the university said.Ryan Dehart from Carney received the Joseph Fleming Memorial Continuing Scholarship.

DA files charges against Prague man

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

The Lincoln County district attorney filed a domestic assault charge against a Prague man after a reported altercation with his girlfriend.

Lincoln County On-Stage at 108 E. 8th Street in Chandler will present the world premiere of Black Sunday written by Ben Myers and directed by Mandy Myers. The show will feature the music of Flying Armadillo and the cast telling stories of the Dust Bowl. Performance dates and times are April 10, 11, 17, and 18 at 7:00 PM and April 12 at 2:00 PM. Tickets can be purchased at lconstage.com or by calling the box office at 405-258-1718.

Black Sunday

News Staff

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

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