Fire Prevention Week in Stroud

During Fire Prevention week last week, Stroud firefighters dressed up in their gear and headed into Parkview Elementary to teach student important lessons regarding fire safety. “They’re always excited when we’re there,” Stroud Fire Chief Chris Wilson said. “It was a real good time.

Reminder: Salute to Veterans deadline November 4

The Lincoln County News, Tri-County Herald and Stroud American will publish a Salute to Veterans in the edition of Nov. 12. The quickly approaching deadline to submit photos is 5 p.m. Nov. 4, but the earlier you submit them, the better.

Largest Route 66 sign coming soon to Wellston

The Wellston Chamber of Commerce is currently raising money to create the Largest Route 66 sign.

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With the goal of 10,000 Steve said they’d be able to give each expecting mother four diapers. Steve said it doesn’t matter of the shirt has holes or stains, since it will be cut up and changed. The deadline for this goal is Oct.

Comm. approve changes to the 2020-2021 budget

Lincoln County Commissioners this week took action to submit changes to the budget maker for the 2020-2021 fiscal year budget. County Clerk Alicia Wagnon explained the commissioners increased the County Assessor’s Capital Outlay by $100,000 for new software.

Dale school board discuss enrollment

Dale Board of Education members were advised this week that enrollment numbers are about the same reported to them in early September by staff. Acting School Supt. Ky Wilkins and Assistant Secondary School Principal J.D. Widner said, “We’re basically about the same as we were last month.

Chandler Chamber to resume meetings

The Chandler Area Chamber of Commerce will meet for their first monthly luncheon in several months at noon, Tuesday, Oct. 13 at First Christian Church in Chandler. The caterer will be Big Willy’s. If you plan to attend the luncheon, RSVP by calling (405) 258-0673 as soon as possible.