Additional felony charges for Chander man

A Chandler man previously convicted of a felony and a misdemeanor has been charged with two felonies and has made his initial appearance.Ovis Owen Lowe III,3.42’’x11.

Block of Allison to close

One block of Allison Avenue, from Route 66 to Fifth Street, will be closed permanently within the next few weeks, said Chandler City Manager Jason Orr.Orr met with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) and Lincoln County officials on Friday morning to discuss the closure.

Football starts!

Chandler defensive lineman Tallan Boggs and McLoud center Kenton Workman (64) await the snap during their scrimmage Thursday night at McLoud. It was the first scrimmage night of the season and the first chance for local teams to hit someone wearing a different-colored jersey.

OHP runs ‘Make Our Shoulders Safe Again’

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP) is running a special emphasis week from Aug. 18 to 24, ticketing anyone who violates the Move Over Law.

Stroud, Wellston, Davenport receive Rt. 66 Grants

Three more towns in Lincoln County have received grants from the Route 66 Commission for improvements before the Route 66 Centennial in 2026. Stroud was awarded $999,600, Wellston received $792,506, and Davenport was awarded $395,500, according to the Commission.

Bench warrant issued for Chandler woman for $25,000

By Mike McCormick Staff Writer A bench warrant has been issued for the arrest of a Chandler woman who failed to make her court appearance and an arraignment has been scheduled for a man facing the same charges.

Commissioners special meeting

Lincoln County commissioners have adopted a resolution for a grant application for Sheriff’s Office funding assistance.They also approved a grant contract with the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services for counseling services at the county jail.

Committee to investigate Department of Education

Rep. Kevin Wallace, RWellston, has announced that the Legislative Office of Fiscal Transparency (LOFT) would begin an investigation into spending concerns regarding the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE).