Fines waived for food donations

The Chandler Public Library is having a food drive. Bring non-perishable food items to the library from now until Jan. 14, 2022. Fines will be waived for previously returned overdue books or for overdue books returned along with the food items. This does not apply to lost book fees.

McLoud approves bids

The McLoud City Council, meeting as the Public Works Authority, approved bids for several sewer-related projects during its most recent meeting. Authority members also approved a budget amendment to cover those expenditures.

Chamber ribbon-cutting

The Chandler Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting last week for Safety First Driving Academy, 346071 E Highway 66 in Chandler.

Christmas in the Park coming to Prague

The Prague Chamber of Commerce will host Christmas in the Park on Saturday, Nov. 27. Activities will start at 4:30 p.m. when Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at the Park Gazebo handing out goody bags to the children. Lighting of the park will take place at dusk.

Check out the new books at Chandler Library

New books were recently added to the collection at the Chandler Public Library including “The Butler” by Danielle Steel, “Attic on Queen Street” by Karen White, “Better Off Dead” by Lee Child, “Dark Hours” by Michael Connelly, “Foul Play” by Stuart Woods, “Game On: Tempting 28” by Janet Evanovich,...

Toy donations needed

The Chandler Area Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a toy drive for children of the members of the local Oklahoma National Guard Unit. All donations will stay in the local unit to show support for those who serve in the military. Needed are unwrapped toys suitable for a boy or girl up to age 12.

Lincoln County Retired educators meet

Chandler Methodist Church ladies hosted the Lincoln County retired educators for their meeting on Monday, Nov. 1. Katherine Greenfield, President, conducted the business meeting. Lynn Gatlin and Earlene Anderson were named for the nominating committee.

CHANDLER CALENDAR

Following is a list of upcoming events in and around the Chandler community. The Chandler Lions Club meets at 12 p.m., each Thursday at First Christian Church, 614 Manvel. The Chandler Rotary Club meets 12 p.m., each Friday at Rt. 66 Bowl. The following events are planned for November.

WELLSTON WINNERS

These fourth graders from Wellston Elementary School proudly show their winnings from an essay contest hosted by the Wellston Home Community Educators The essay topic was “What does Thanksgiving mean to you?” Students were awarded cash prizes for first to third places.

Turkey tips

In honor of the Thanksgiving holiday, all county first graders were invited to submit recipes to the paper on “How to Cook a Turkey.” The following are the children’s versions of how they would cook a turkey. Agra Miss Neal’s class Kamdyn Turner - I will kill the turkey and put it in the oven.