James Darrell Poteet Jr.

James Darrell Poteet Jr., longtime Agra/Tryon resident, was born to James Sr. and Joanne (Walker) Poteet on July 18, 1954, in Cushing, Okla. He died Saturday, September 12, 2020, at the age of 66 years.

American Legion award, quilts

Ben Walkingstick, left, was presented with an award last week in honor of his 60 years of membership in the American Legion. And he and three other members of the Chandler American Legion post were presented with Quilts of Valor by Kandice O’Hern.

Lincoln County commissioner meeting

Lincoln County Commissioners this week adopted two resolutions and tabled another, and authorized the sheriff to apply for a grant and approved and signed a performance grant.

The Stroud American Legion Auxiliary Salutes September Veteran of the Month

Michael Horwath is originally from Vassar, Michigan but moved to Stroud from Pinetop-Lakeside, Arizona. Horwath is the Director of Quality and the Facilities Manager at both Mint Turbines, LLC and FAA certified part 145 Repair Station.

Meeting of Auxiliary

The American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary met on September 14th. This was the first regular monthly meeting held since the pandemic started. Those attending the Legion meeting were Commander Michael Horwath, Steve Bivin, Brandon Quinn and David Carroll.

Angel Tree provides Christmas assistance

The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program helps families with children, ages 0 to 12, and senior citizens, ages 62 and greater, by providing Christmas assistance.

Chandler events announced

Following is a list of upcoming events in and around the Chandler community. The Chandler Lions Club meets at 12 p.m., each Thursday at First Christian Church, 614 Manvel. The Chandler Rotary Club meets 12 p.m., each Friday at Destinations.

Prague plans OPAT Play Day

There will be an Oklahoma Parents as Teachers Play Day 10-11 a.m., Friday, Sept. 25, at the Prague Upper Elementary School. “Keeping Germs Away” will be presented while children can take part in activities, crafts and games. Snacks will be served.

Couple to celebrate 50 years of marriage

Ronald and Sheila Slayton will have a private family celebration in recognition of their 50 th wedding anniversary. Sheila Murray and Ronald Slayton were united in marriage on September 25, 1970, at Church of Christ in Chandler. Ron worked for National American Insurance Co.

Lincoln County Fair photos

Clockwise from right: Mary Baker of Meeker gets a heifer ready for the dairy show at the Lincoln County Fair; Haidyn Brown from Carney shows her hog, who is headed for the water sprayer; Joann Prince of Wellston gives her sheep, Lambert, a snack before the show; Blake Chowning of Davenport turns...