Pig Roast breaks record...again

This year’s Pottawatomie County Junior Livestock Trophy Auction and Pig Roast held last week set a new record. Suzanne Gilbert, who is chairperson of the Pottawatomie County Junior Livestock Show, advised me that the total amount raised during last week’s event was just short of $50,000.

Happenings at Prairie Pointe

Prairie Pointe residents were very thankful to welcome Bro. James Bond, Mason McCormick and Carson Wright from the First Baptist Church to lead worship services Sunday. Bro. James’ timely sermon reminded us of the “Supremacy of God”, reading from Act 17.

Starting the legislative session

The 58th Legislature started Feb. 1 with the governor delivering his annual State of the State address. The governor stressed the work he’s done with legislative leaders to help set his priorities this year.

Letter to the editor

The friendly, organized and professional service provided by the Lincoln County Health Department is greatly appreciated and needs to be recognized for their outstanding service.

Tough times

Area teams were able to get in only minimal action over the last week, as COVID forced cancellations of more than half the games scheduled. Only 14 games - sevens boys and seven girls - were played with Stroud accounting for six of those.

Sports week in photos

Above, Chandler’s Kodie Vega competes in the Lions’ senior night dual.  Right, KayLyn Baker (11) drives to the hoop against Prague while Demi Manning (35) defends for the Lady Devils.  Bottom, Elaine Witt puts up a jumper against tall defense in the toprtanked Dale Lady Pirates’ loss to Latta.