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Students walk into the new high school building at Prague. Photo/Emily Kalka

Students walk into the new high school building at Prague. Photo/Emily Kalka

Phase 1 building completed on new Prague HS

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Themottoat PragueHigh School at the moment is rigidly flexible.The school is currently in Phase 2 of the construction of a new high school. Phase 1 has been completed, but things are a bit cramped as they make use of the new wing until the second phase is completed.
Bentley Powers pulls Nathan Drury during the Farmhand Olympics. Photo/Emily Kalka

Bentley Powers pulls Nathan Drury during the Farmhand Olympics. Photo/Emily Kalka

Fair Results

News Staff
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Dairy Weathers AlphineJr. Yearling -Roseann McCarley, 1st & Breed ChampionLamanchaJr. Yearling - Katherine Andrews, 1st & Breed ChampionNubianSr. Kid - Drew Furhman, 1st & Breed ChampionToggenburgJr.

Woman charged with property damage

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
A woman was charged with three counts of property damage for incidents that occurred in Meeker on July 17 and 20.Charges were filed on July 24 against Erika Harkins, 28, for three felony counts of malicious injury to property over $1,000 by District Attorney Adam Panter.Dep.

Man charged with felony DUI

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Aman is facing a felony DUI charge after an incident on the Turner Turnpike on July 17.On July 27, the Lincoln County District Attorney’s Office filed one count of felony driving a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol againstMichaelCameron, 52, of Texas, according to court documents.

NRC approves food service, Prague holds special meeting

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
The North Rock Creek School Board approved a food service management company at its regular meeting on Aug. 10 while Prague held a special meeting on Aug. 18.The Board approved a contract with Keystone.
Meeker FFA receives three-star designation

Meeker FFA receives three-star designation

Meeker FFA receives three-star designation

Mattie Hurley Meeker Ffa Reporter
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
The Meeker FFA Chapter has been named a National 3-Star Chapter by the National FFAOrganization, recognizing the chapter’s dedication to leadership development, community involvement and agricultural education.
Firefighters work to put out a hay bale at a large grassfire near Kendrick on Aug. 20. Seven fire departments responded to the call. Photo/Emily Kalka

Firefighters work to put out a hay bale at a large grassfire near Kendrick on Aug. 20. Seven fire departments responded to the call. Photo/Emily Kalka

Fire conditions continue heating up under burn ban

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
The high heat and little to no rain over the past several weeks have exacerbated the fire situation in Lincoln County.Fire departments and Emergency Management have recorded an increase in fire calls compared to previous years.The Lincoln County Commissioners approved a burn ban last Wednesday.

Frisbies waive speedy trial, continued to Dec.

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
A Prague couple facing over 40 felony charges between them related to child sexual abuse and physical abuse have waived their rights to a speedy trial.Kimberly Ann Frisbie, 51, stood before District Judge Sarah Bridge on Aug. 25 and waived her right to a speedy trial.
Showtime at the county fair

Showtime at the county fair

Showtime at the county fair

News Staff
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Dozens of participants took part in this years 2026 Lincoln County Fall Fair.Folks from all over showed pigs, goats, cows and sheep, among other events throughout the week.
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