Chandler FFA gets Devon STEM grant

Chandler FFA was one of four central Oklahoma FFA chapters who will be able to expand science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education with funds provided by Devon Energy. Chandler FFA will use the grant to purchase equipment to enhance the chapter’s watermelon production and research.

Warrant issued in pursuit

A $30,000 bench warrant has been issued for the arrest of a Stroud man who is charged with two felonies following a high speed pursuit.

PUBLIC RECORDS

Lincoln County Marriage Licenses Thomas Stephen Kozicki and Stephanie Ann Harden, both of Meeker. Matthew Shelby Turbeville and Parker Kate Whitson, both of Fort Worth, Texas. Garrett Blane Cargill and Amanda Jo Peterson, both of Chandler.

Homecoming courts

Chandler and Meeker have their high school homecomings this week. Chandler will have its annual coronation at 6 p.m. Friday at Joe Telford Stadium prior to the Lions’ game with Crossings Christian. Pictured above is this year’s court.

Meeker: Still on track for lake annexation

Even though they couldn’t take any official action on the issue during Monday’s meeting, Meeker’s Town Board members discussed continuing the process toward annexing property near the town’s lake. Mayor Jeff Wilbourn began the discussion noting, “We’ve had some issues.

More charges for McLoud rifleman

A McLoud man, currently serving a federal prison term on a firearms conviction, now faces five new felonies filed in Lincoln County District Court.

Pottawatomie County

Marriage Licenses Dewayne Edward Obermeyer and Tammy Louise Ballard, both of McLoud. Antonio Frederick McDonald and Crystal Louise Reed, both of Meeker. Collace Wayne Baird Jr. and Dawn Michelle Lytle, both of Shawnee. Glenn Earl Sponseller and Sharon Faye Bowden, both of Shawnee.

Davenport plans city-wide sales

The Davenport Chamber of Commerce has scheduled its annual city-wide yard sale event for Saturday, Oct. 2. Enrollment forms are available at City Hall and at several business in Davenport. A $5 fee must be paid with each enrollment. The funds will be used for advertising in all area newspapers.

Davenport to hold fall clean up

Davenport city officials have scheduled a citywide “fall clean up day” for Saturday, Sept. 18. Residents with addresses inside Davenport city limits can dispose of items not normally picked up by the trash contracting company. Items will be picked up if placed street side on that day.

BabyMobile coming to Stroud

The Infant Crisis Services BabyMobile serves as a formula and diaper pantry on wheels. It is the first of its kind in Oklahoma. The goal is to break down the transportation barrier that prevents many families from receiving assistance.