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Chandler school board

News Staff

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Chandler Board of Education members hired a full-time library aide and approved the district mileage reimbursement rate for the calendar year 2026 at $0.72.5 per mile.They hired Shannon Smith as a full time library aide, School Supt. Scott Baade said.

Applications open for scholarships

News Staff

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

The Oklahoma Hall of Fame has opened up applications for its annual Oklahoma Scholarship Competition. According to a press release from the organization, more than $770,000 in cash scholarships and tuition grants are available.

Back to court next week in cruelty case

Emily Kalka Staff Writer

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

A Stroud man facing 408 counts of felony animal cruelty will return to court next week for another felony disposition docket.Jerry Hine appeared before District Judge Sarah Bridge on Jan. 13 on the felony disposition docket with his attorney, Kimberly Miller, who requested that they return on Jan.

Dale school board meets

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Dale Board of Education members have approved updating First United Bank signatures to current signatures for Will Jones, Erick Muncy and Tonya Landreth removing Charlie Dickinson, Ky Wilkins and Paula Ramsey.School Supt.

The recent graduates of Hope Builders’ first Journey Hope class celebrate with their instructors at their graduation ceremony on Monday. Photo/Emily Kalka

Community program teaches hope

Emily Kalka Staff Writer

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

In a room tucked away on the second floor of the Hope Builders Society office on Seventh Street, a group of people gathered, some helping themselves to fruit and snack trays along the side of the room, others seated and chatting.

Formal charges filed in Meeker shooting

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Formal felony charges have been filed against a landlord in Meeker who was shot and injured on New Year’s Eve morning after he pointed a handgun at a Lincoln County deputy who had responded to a call that morning.

Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma Chairman Jacob Keyes (far right) stands with Harrahs Oklahoma General Manager Joe Scibetta (left of the slot machine) and other members of the Iowa Tribe business committe pose with the first slot machine to be placed at the new Harrah’s Oklahoma Casino. The business is set to open this spring. Photo/Emily Kalka

Casino preview

Emily Kalka Staff Writer

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

The first slot machine was ceremoniously installed at the soon-to-open Harrah’s Oklahoma Casino just outside Chandler.

Girl on the go

Emily Kalka Staff Writer

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

If there’s one thing to be said about Prague senior Harley Johnson, it’s that she likes to be involved.

County Commission

News Staff

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

Lincoln County commissioners this week opened and discussed bids on two projects, then decided to table any action until their Jan. 20. meeting.The commissioners also reappointed Lee Doolen to remain as chairman of the board and Marlon Miller as vice chairman.

Chandler contestant Marley Miller at the International Finals Youth Rodeo. File photo/Brian Blansett

Looking back at 2025

Mike Mccormick And Emily Kalka Staff Writers

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

Here is the second part of our look back at 2025.- Associate District Judge Joseph Dobry asked lawyers to submit written arguments by July 2 to determine whether a preliminary injunction on the demolition of the St. Cloud buildings would be issued. He will then issue a written ruling.

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