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Hughey new principal at Parkview Elementary

News Staff

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

EMILY KALKA Editor TheStroudSchoolBoard approved the hiring of Bridget Hughey as principal of Parkview Elementary at a special meeting on May 21.It was one of several hiring decisions that included Alesa Francis, Katelyn Miller and Heather Neal as teachers at Parkview; and JenniferYoung as a...

Keely Shatto Meeker FFA

Spotlight on the FFA

News Staff

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Office: No Office Class: Sophomore Family: Parents - Ann & John; Siblings - John & MackenzieSchool activities in addition to FFA: Student Council, SoftballWhat is the most important thing you’ve learned while in the FFA?The most important thing that I have learned in FFA is that FFA is more than...

Lincoln County man graduates in Class 38

News Staff

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Derek White of Lincoln County has graduated in Class 38, a part of Leadership Oklahoma, according to a press release from the organization.Leadership Oklahoma is a state organization dedicated to cultivating, connecting and inspiring leaders to shape a better Oklahoma.The class of 47 leaders...

Of Dogs & Children

Emily Kalka Editor

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

I am a dog lover and have three adorable rascals of pups. I’m also the first person in my friend group to say that having dogs is not the same as having kids.

Near-Death Experience

Andrew Frazier Staff Writer

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Freshman year of high school is when a lot of people start collecting firsts. First party. First drink. First real heartbreak.My first was a little different. It was the first, and only, time I almost died.Not almost died in the way people say when a car drifts a little too far into their lane.

The old 48 engine sits in a garage before starting its facelife at Francis Tuttle. Photo/Todd Beesley

Lighting a new spark in an old engine

Andrew Frazier Staff Writer

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

SincebecomingWellston fire chief in late 2021, Todd Beesley had thought about what could happen to “the old 48.”The 1948 fire engine had been out of service for decades.

A long line of cars stretches out nearly two miles in Tulsa on Saturday morning, full of classic car enthusiasts hoping to take part in the world-record-breaking Route 66 Captial Cruise. Photo/Jennifer Pryor

Route 66 Cruise a letdown for Lincoln County locals

News Staff

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

EMILY KALKA Editor What was meant to be a fun day of classic cars and breaking world records, all in celebration of Route 66, turned out to be a nightmare of traffic and heat for a decent portion of participants.“It was a complete and utter failure of epic proportions,” said Chandler resident and...

Body found of man facing jury trial for rape charges

News Staff

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

EMILY KALKA Editor A man facing trial for four felony counts was found dead on Tuesday, with authorities believing that it was self-inflicted.Charles Douglas Lemaster was on trial for two counts of rape by instrumentation, one count of possession of child sexual abuse material and one count of...

CVEC hosts dinner, safety event for first responders

News Staff

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

SEMINOLE, OK — In recognition of National Electrical Safety Month, Canadian Valley Electric Cooperative (CVEC) recently hosted a Dinner & Electrical Dangers event for local first responders.

The American Legion Post #64 color guard stands at ease at Davenport Cemetery on Monday morning. Photo/Jennifer Pryor

Chandler Junior High releases honor roll lists

News Staff

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

ChandlerJuniorHighhas announced its honor roll lists for the Spring 2026 semester.7th Grade Superintendent’s “A” Honor Roll Kambyr Barrett Selena Crespo Blakelee Cryer Adeline Dawley Braylee Evans Cooper Gibson Karlie Kalka Lillian Massie Kinsley Miller Wyatt Miller Dimetre Richardson Lily...

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