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Absentee ballot deadline close

News Staff
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
The deadline to request absentee ballots by mail for the June 16 election is 5 p.m. Monday, June 1.Lincoln County Election Board Secretary Dena Jo Bromley said absentee voting is available to all voters in Oklahoma.

Early voting begins June 11

News Staff
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Early voting for Lincoln County voters begins Thursday, June 11, and continues through Saturday, June 13.Voters who will not be able to make it to the polls on Election Day may vote early at the Lincoln County Election Board.

Sample ballots available for June election

News Staff
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Voters can view or download sample ballots for the June 16 election through the OK Voter Portal at oklahoma.gov/ elections/ovp or pick up a copy at the Lincoln County Election Board during normal business hours.

Seminole State College releases honor roll lists

News Staff
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Seminole State College has released its honor roll lists for the spring 2026 semester. There were approximately 455 students named to the three lists.The President’s Honor Roll is awarded to students who maintain a perfect 4.0 grade point average (GPA) while taking at least 12 credit hours.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers calls for water safety

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
With school out and summer nearly here, more folks will be heading out to lakes and rivers. As people get on boats or hit up their favorite fishing spots, it’s important to keep safety in mind.The U.S.
One of three new murals painted on the side of the old Texaco station in Davenport. The building is currently being renovated to be the new welcome center for the town. The mural was painted by Bob Palmer. Photo/Emily Kalka

One of three new murals painted on the side of the old Texaco station in Davenport. The building is currently being renovated to be the new welcome center for the town. The mural was painted by Bob Palmer. Photo/Emily Kalka

Davenport to bathe Route 66 in neon

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
ThetownofDavenportis about to get a bit brighter.In the latest round of the Route 66 Revitalization Grant Program, Davenport was awarded $658,000 to install neon signs as an extension of the project in Stroud.

Wellston Town Board dissolves emergency management

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
The Town Board of Wellston voted to dissolve its emergency management division at its regular meeting on May 21.After going into executive session to discuss the issue, the Trustees made a motion to dissolve the division and allow Lincoln County Emergency Management to take over.
The color guard from American Legion Post #64 in Chandler carry out a rifle salute during the Memorial Day ceremony at Oak Park Cemetery in Chandler. The Post organizes the ceremony every year on Memorial Day for the community. Photo/Emily Kalka

The color guard from American Legion Post #64 in Chandler carry out a rifle salute during the Memorial Day ceremony at Oak Park Cemetery in Chandler. The Post organizes the ceremony every year on Memorial Day for the community. Photo/Emily Kalka

Honoring the fallen

News Staff
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Leah Brannon Reeves competes with the OU women’s rowing team in this photo provided by Leah.

Leah Brannon Reeves competes with the OU women’s rowing team in this photo provided by Leah.

Chandler alum seeks one last chance to row

Emily Kalka Editor
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Leah Brannon Reeves thought her athletic career would be over by now.The Chandler alum is graduating from the University of Oklahoma this semester, ending her time on the OU women’s rowing team, of which she was team captain.

Chandler school board hires new principals

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
EMILY KALKA Editor A round of personnel decisions topped the agenda at the Chandler School Board regular meeting on Monday,May11,including the hiring of principals for East Side Elementary, the junior high and high school.
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