Lincoln County News

Blind plea entered in Carney murder

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

A Wellston woman who was scheduled to go on trial earlier this week in the death of a Carney man has entered a guilty blind plea and her sentencing has been scheduled.

Chandler’s Lady Lions rolled into the state semifinals last week before falling to eventual state champion Lone Grove. Above coach Bryan Herring confers with Blaklei Smith, left; Ellie Hilgenfeld, center, and Brenlee Correa during a timeout in the Lady Lions’ 6-0 win over in the first round. Right, Kennedy Allen delivers a pitch during her no-hitter against Lindsay. Below, Blaklei Smith celebrates after a basehit. For more on the state tournament, see Section C. Photos/Brian Blansett

State tournament

News Staff

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

James Kerr (left) and Samuel Gardner (right), members of the Pride of Chandler marching band, perform at OSSAA NE Marching Band Regionals on Oct. 15. Photo/Jennifer Pryor

Bands wind up season

Emily Kalka Staff Writer

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

The marching band season ended with the OSSAA Marching Band Regionals last week. Five schools in the area with marching bands competed, earning scores from 1 to 4.The Pride of Chandler scored straight 1s at the NE Marching Band Regionals in Oolagah, ending a stellar season strong.

Dorothy (Hoover) Thronesbery

News Staff

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Dorothy (Hoover) Thronesbery, 101, passed away Saturday, October 12, 2024, in Chandler, Oklahoma. Dorothy was born on June 10, 1923, to David Uriah and Sadie (Sherman) Hoover. Dorothy was an avid “Skip-Bo” and Bingo player. She was hard to beat!Sheplayedrightup until she passed.

Ethel Mae Harrison

News Staff

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Ethel Mae Harrison, a resident of Okemah, Oklahoma, was born in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, on January 24, 1933, and departed this life in Tulsa, on Friday, October 11, 2024, at the age of 91 years.

Narvelene Christopher

News Staff

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Narvelene Wilson Godwin Christopher passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024.Narvelene was born on Thursday, January 22, 1948, in Stroud, OK to John F. Wilson and Jessie Mae (Willis) Wilson.Afuneral service will be Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 11:00 a.m.

Fire Department field trip

News Staff

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Stroud pre-K classes took a field trip to the Stroud Fire Station last Friday. Top left, Captain Ryan Menefee poses for a photo with Mrs. Amber Presley’s class.

Chandler approves new subdivision ordinances

News Staff

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

The Chandler City Council voted to approve changes to city ordinances regarding sidewalks and lighting in new subdivisions, among other things, at their monthly meeting on Oct. 8.The updates require developers to install sidewalks and streetlights in new subdivisions.

Chandler Drama: Riding the laughs to state

Emily Kalka Staff Writer

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Romeo, Romeo… wherefore art thou, Romeo?He’s going to OSSAA 4A One-Act State. The Chandler High School theatre troupe had a strong showing at OSSAA 4A One-Act Regionals on Oct. 10 and has advanced to State.

Headed to state

Brian Blansett Staff Writer

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

After his Chandler Lady Lions won the 66 Conference fastpitch tournament at the end of August, head coach Bryan Herring was asked how good his team could be.“As good as they want to be,” he said.

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