Lincoln County News

Hearings set in death of Carney man

News Staff
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Pre-preliminary hearings have been scheduled for a woman from Wellston and a man from Iowa charged in connection with the death of a Carney area man. Each faces three felonies. Each is being held in the Lincoln County Jail in Chandler without bond.
Dale pitcher Kinsley Hill, shown here surrounded by family, got her 500th high school strikeout - plus a few more - in the Lady Pirates’ win over Stuart last week. Photo/Rick Hester

Dale pitcher Kinsley Hill, shown here surrounded by family, got her 500th high school strikeout - plus a few more - in the Lady Pirates’ win over Stuart last week. Photo/Rick Hester

500th strikeout

News Staff
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
500th strikeout
The small EV that could

The small EV that could

The small EV that could

News Staff
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
You’ve probably seen it driving around Chandler - a small egg-shaped vehicle with an older man behind the wheel. Is it a car or a bicycle? Motorcycle? EV? Or what? It’s none of them, really. Or, well, somewhere between a bike and an EV.

Meeker board to permit disk golf course

News Staff
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Meeker Town Board of Trustees this week voted to allow two men to set up a Frisbee Golf Course at the Meeker Lake. They also agreed to allow Leslie Wilbourn to apply for grants for the Town of Meeker while getting paid from the grant itself.

Hotel closer to construction

News Staff
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
A new hotel is finally coming to Chandler, with final approval for the site plans and prints from Choice Hotels Development currently pending.
Chandler’s Carson Clagg (26) tows a Poteau defender for some yardage in the second half. Photo/Brian Blansett

Chandler’s Carson Clagg (26) tows a Poteau defender for some yardage in the second half. Photo/Brian Blansett

Poteau 42, Lions 21

News Staff
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
The Chandler Lions played up two classes Friday night, traveling to Poteau to face the Class 4A Pirates, and played them on even terms for three quarters.
Stroud’s Kason Presley (40) powers his way for part of his 86 yards rushing against Okemah Friday night. Photo/ Rick Hester

Stroud’s Kason Presley (40) powers his way for part of his 86 yards rushing against Okemah Friday night. Photo/ Rick Hester

Tigers 56, Okemah 22

News Staff
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Stroud built up a 48-0 lead in three quarters and posted a 56-22 win over Okemah in the final nondistrict tuneup. The Tigers host Liberty at 7 p.m. on Friday.
Sports week in photos

Sports week in photos

Sports week in photos

News Staff
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Top, North Rock Creek’s Maddox Motley (88) tows a Holdenville tackler. Photo/Sheryl Gowin Right, the Chandler pom squad made the trip to Poteau and kept the crowd up and entertained.

Gray nominated for Clemente Award

News Staff
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Chandler High School alum Jon Gray has been nominated by the Texas Rangers for this year’s Roberto Clemente Award. His nomination was announced on Sep. 8. The award is considered baseball’s most prestigious individual honor for players, according to the Major League Baseball(MLB) organization.
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