Lincoln County News

Coniah Ritchie motors into the end zone for Chandler’s first score Friday. Photo/Shailey Penn

Coniah Ritchie motors into the end zone for Chandler’s first score Friday. Photo/Shailey Penn

Sequoyah knocks off Lions

News Staff
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Things started off the way Chandler wanted Friday night, with the Lions taking an early 7-0 lead and having two other scoring opportunities.After the first quarter, though, it went off script and Sequoyah-Tahlequah came back to claim a 24-14 district win.
Davenport’s Aydan Stancell (8) is knocked out of bounds after a good gain. Photo/Rick Hester

Davenport’s Aydan Stancell (8) is knocked out of bounds after a good gain. Photo/Rick Hester

Dawgs clip Depew, 32-28

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Davenport went on the road for the second time in as many weeks and this time came home with a 32-28 victory over Depew.Davenport head coach Grant Powell had told his kids, he said, that the matchup was similar to that of a “Bedlam game.”Powell said this week, “It was a comeback win.

Stroud bops Kellyville, goes to 3-1

News Staff
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
After three heavyweight bouts to start the season, Stroud’s Tigers made short work of Kellyville last week, whipping the Ponies 54-0 and extending their four-year district unbeaten streak to 22 games.The Tigers are back home at Jack Poskey Stadium Friday to host Meeker for Homecoming.
Sports week in pictures

Sports week in pictures

Sports week in pictures

News Staff
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Left, Connor Tipton (88) hems in a Depew ball carrier during Davenport’s win Thursday night. Photo/Rick Hester Right, The Pride of Prague band entertained before the Red Devils’ game with Bethel. Pictured are band members Jaeden Evig and Cole Richardson. Photo/Rick Hester.

Prison time for Stroud convict

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
A Stroud man who already was convicted earlier this year of two felonies in Lincoln County recently was charged with one, has pleaded guilty and been sentenced.Ronald Dean Mixon, about 62, was formally charged in Lincoln County District Court with aggravated assault and battery.

Commissioners special meeting

News Staff
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Lincoln County commissioners, during a brief special meeting this week, adopted resolutions regarding vehicle insurance claims in the Sheriff’s Office.They also voted to authorize application for the JAG grant for the Sheriff’ Office.They approved a couple of other claims.
Above, Peyton Davis dives to tag Cushing’s Gracyn Presley (15) during action at Stroud last week. Stroud’s Adalyn Lum pirouettes on second base as Camryn Wilson looks on in the background. Presley got in safely. Photo/ Beth Young. Below, Ruthie Capps attempts a bunt in the bottom of the 10th in Chandler’s 1-0 win over Kiefer. Photo/Shelley Haley.

Above, Peyton Davis dives to tag Cushing’s Gracyn Presley (15) during action at Stroud last week. Stroud’s Adalyn Lum pirouettes on second base as Camryn Wilson looks on in the background. Presley got in safely. Photo/ Beth Young. Below, Ruthie Capps attempts a bunt in the bottom of the 10th in Chandler’s 1-0 win over Kiefer. Photo/Shelley Haley.

Fastpitch roundup

Brian Blansett Staff Writer
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Carney- For the week: 1-2. Win over Maud (11-0). Losses to LeFlore (4-6) and Mason (10-11). Now 13-11 for the season.Italy Ventris pitched a four-inning one-hitter to lead the Lady Bulldogs past Maud.Ashtyn Stokes, Emmalynn Drake and Gracie Hernandez had doubles and Hernandez knocked in two runs.
Beautiful time

Beautiful time

Beautiful time

Mike Mccormick Staff Column
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Fall is such a great time of year. It’s one of my favorites for several reasons.It’s starting to get a little cooler and the leaves usually begin falling at this time of the year.Depending on how cool it gets and how quickly that is will determine somewhat how much the trees shed their leaves.
Bethany Descher as Georgia Graves catches Isaac Myers (who plays her husband) as he falls to the ground after being “killed” by Alison Radcliffe (far left), who plays an outlaw in The Pride of Chandler Marching Band’s performance of “The Ballad of Georgia Graves.” The band performed at the Blue and Gold Marching Classic in Holdenville on Saturday. Photo/Jennifer Pryor

Bethany Descher as Georgia Graves catches Isaac Myers (who plays her husband) as he falls to the ground after being “killed” by Alison Radcliffe (far left), who plays an outlaw in The Pride of Chandler Marching Band’s performance of “The Ballad of Georgia Graves.” The band performed at the Blue and Gold Marching Classic in Holdenville on Saturday. Photo/Jennifer Pryor

Local bands excel

Emily Kalka Staff Writer
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Five area marching bands competed this weekend in two marching band competitions, bringing home trophies.

Town Talk

News Staff
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
DIANA REED CorrespondentUpcoming community activities include Hospital Development Authority Meeting, Thursday October 2nd 7:00 a.m. City Hall, Stroud Community Clothing Ministry, Thursday October 2nd 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. West Highway 66, Stroud Homecoming Parade, Friday October 3rd 2:00 p.m.
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