Lincoln County News

Avree Haney, who plays Lydia Deetz, stands next to Eli Ford, who plays Beetlejuice, during dress rehearsal of McLoud High School’s production of “Beetlejuice Jr” on April 26. Photo/Emily Kalka

Laugh until you die at McLoud’s Beetlejuice

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

In case you missed it, Beetlejuice is a show about death, as the opening number aptly reminds the audience. And the junior version of the show is coming to the stage at McLoud High School this weekend.

Chandler senior Chloe Hyde (second from left in front) signs on to cheer at the University of Oklahoma in Edmond at Freeman Fieldhouse on April 28. Seated to her left is Hannah Smith with CHS Cheer Coach Cynthia Snyder on her right holding Hyde’s little sister Katie. On the end is Anna Long, Hyde’s mother. Standing behind them is Hyde’s father JC Hyde. Photo/Emily Kalka

Wellston woman charged with felony 1st-degree arson

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

A Wellston woman appeared before Judge Emily Mueller for pre-preliminary hearing on April 23 over four counts, according to court documents.

A pickle at the park

News Staff

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Two cars were totaled in an incident that took place Friday afternoon (April 24) on South Cleveland Avenue behind the new McClanahan Park in Chandler.

Members of the LCOS Board stand with Michael Bay (center), who donated the Collar Building for the theatre. From left to right, Shane Miller, Mandy Myers, Bay, Sheri Jones, Katie Smith and Jessie Glover-McPherson. Photo/Emily Kalka

Entering a new era of Lincoln County On-Stage

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

For those who have lived in the area for the last 40 or so years, Lincoln County On-Stage (LCOS) has been a staple in the community. Many a person has stood on that stage or sat in the audience, enjoying “Annie,” “A Christmas Carol,” original productions and many more.

Soaring through the course

News Staff

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

The 2026 Red Dirt Rivalry Disc Golf Tournament took place last Saturday (April 25) atThe Nest and EagleValley Disc Golf courses at Stroud Lake. The tournament was a PDGA-sanctioned event with over 100 players showing up to compete from all over.

Eight area teams advance to regional

Brian Blansett Staff Writer

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Area teams made a strong showing in district softball play, with eight winning championships and advancing to next week’s regional tournaments.Two teams from each regional tournament will advance to the state tournament, which will be played at the Firelake fields in Shawnee.

Chandler’s Payslee Massengale gives a double-footed stomp on home plate after hitting a home run against Berryhill in the district tournament on Thursday. Photo/Brian Blansett

District champs!

News Staff

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Regional schedule:Carney, Leflore, McCurtain and Asher at Asher on Tuesday.Chandler, Byng, Woodward and Washington at Washington on Wednesday.Dale, Mangum, Coalgate and Panama at Dale on Tuesday.Davenport, Roff, Kremlin- Hilldale and Kiowa at Kiowa on Thursday.McLoud, Ft.

Sports week in pictures

News Staff

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Left, Davenport’s Caden Blair is all focus as she tracks a pitch during the Lady Bulldogs’ district win over Welch.

Meeker’s Jason Key slides safely into third against Morrison last week. Photo/Rick Hester

Area baseball roundup

News Staff

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Week of April 19-26 CarneyFor the week: 4-1. Wins against Frontier (7-3 and 10-9) and Wilson (11-3). Loss to Roff (16-5).The Bulldogs scored three runs in the top of the ninth against Frontier in the money game of the district tournament.

Regionals start

News Staff

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Regional baseball tournaments for most area schools are this week. Regionals for Class 2A schools, which include Dale and Stroud, will be released next week.The state tournaments for Classes A and B will be May 7-9 and for Classes 2A-6A will be May 14-16.

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