Rape charges

A Meeker man is facing rape charges following his arrest by Lincoln County law enforcement officers.Two charges of first degree rape by force or fear were formally filed in Lincoln County District Court Apr. 28, 2025 against Christopher Eugene Stone, 42.

Weekend

A couple of weeks ago early one Sunday morning, my wife Pat decided it was time to go buy flowers so she could plant them whenever she was ready.My role is helping to go and pick up the flowers, the potting soil and whatever else she thinks she needs.

Life-changing pranks

It’s the fall of 2011 and my third grade teacher is fearfully ducking for cover.In the middle of the classroom, taking his battle stance, ready to take on the world, was an angry and unstable eight year old Bradley.

Town Talk

Upcoming community events include Stroud Clothing Ministry Thursday May 15th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. West Highway 66, Stroud FFA banquet Thursday May 15th at 6:00 p.m., Kindergarten graduation Friday May 16th High School Performing Arts Center at 7:00 p.m.

Guilty pleas on four sex counts

A man charged with four counts of sex related acts with a minor and who has pleaded innocent and previously was scheduled for trial, has has changed his plea to a guilty blind plea.A sentencing date ahs been scheduled.

Meeker Board of Education meeting

Meeker Board of Education members this week employed three new personnel, approved continuing contracts for certified staff and for support staff for the 2025-2026 school year and also extra duty contracts for the 20252026 school year.

Chandler senior awards

Here are the awards presented to Chandler’s graduating seniors: Logan Allen - Academic Excellence Damien Best - Excellence in English Award Carson Bradshaw - Five:7 Equipment Scholarship Ethan Brunson - Academic Excellence, Excellence in Biology II Award, Masonic Lodge Essay Winner Kaylee Choate -...

Chandler Board of Education meeting

Chandler Board of Education members this week approved the application for temporary appropriations for Fiscal Year 20252026, re-employed all of its certified staff and professional staff for 20252026 and accepted several resignations.

Prague man pleads not guilty in felonies

A Prague man pleaded innocent during his arraignment on a total of 10 felonies and one misdemeanor in two cases filed within 17 days of one another has withdrawn his previous pleas has pleaded guilty all those charges.

Slow-pitch state tournaments

Top left, players from the eventual state champion Dale Lady Pirates celebrate a home run in their Class 4A opening round win over Calera.Top right, North Rock Creek celebrates a homer in the Lady Cougars’ win over Woodward.