Quirk to perform solo

A college student from McLoud is one of ten students who earned the distinction of performing as a soloist at Oklahoma Baptist University’s annual Concerto-Aria Concert, according to a press release from the university.

Davenport investigation

An investigation has been launched into alleged possible embezzlement by the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI). Public Information Manager Hunter McKee confirmed that they had been asked to investigate by the Davenport Police.

Wrestling regionals next week

Wrestling teams around the state and locally are gearing up for OSSAA Regionals, set to take place next week.Girls’ Regionals will take place from Feb. 16 to 17, with boys’ Regionals set for Feb. 20 to 21.The McLoud girls’ team is coming into regionals strong.

To the show ring and beyond

FFA helped broaden Wellston senior Kaden James’ life, though it didn’t start out so easily, he likes to joke.It’s a long family tradition on his father’s side.“We’re involved in two major things. Kind of tracing back to my grandpa, even my great grandpa, and that’s ag and the military.

Demolition begins

Midwestern Wrecking is making progress on the demolition of the St. Cloud buildings in downtown Chandler.The removal of the two historic buildings is set to take place gradually over the next two or so weeks due to the complexity of the project, according to the City of Chandler.

Mike McCormick passes

Mike McCormick, 78, Hall of Fame journalist and reporter for the Lincoln County News, died early Sunday morning at his home in Shawnee.Mike was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2025, but continued working a full schedule and filed his final article for the Lincoln County News two weeks ago.

Soaring above it all

There is a quiet confidence to Davenport senior Bryson Dingman.Sitting in an office chair and talking about his aviation class, he speaks softly but doesn’t hesitate. His mother, Jennifer Anderson, sometimes jumped in, pointing out an extra detail that the humble senior didn’t mention.

All-District band

Many area students had the chance to take part in the East Central Oklahoma Band Directors Association’s (ECOBDA) annual honor band concert on Jan. 9 through 10.