Allen Dale Kersey

Chandler resident Allen Dale Kersey, 90, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, in Stroud, Oklahoma, surrounded by family.The family conducted a memorial service at 4:00 p.m.. on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at the Chandler Senior Citizens Building (1121 OK-18, Chandler, Oklahoma 74834).

Lowery “Robert” Holland

Lowery “Robert” Holland, 47, was born May 28, 1978, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, to Lowery and Victoria Holland. He passed away on March 4, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family.

From new kid to creative all star: Braydon White

Braydon White, a senior at McLoud, first joined winter and color guard to make friends. He didn’t realize at the time that it would become a creative outlet and a passion.He was new to the school, didn’t really know anyone, and wasn’t involved in a lot of extracurriculars.

Chandler City Council to transfer land to OTA

TheChandlerCityCouncil voted to proceed with transferring portions of the Senior Citizen Center and Econolodge property to the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority at its regular meeting on March 10.

CMA approves amended agreements with OTA

The Chandler Municipal Authority approved amended license and utility relocation agreements with the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority(OTA)atitsregular meeting on March 10.

Local high school bands score well at Districts

Local high school concert bands competed recently at Districts, with some proceeding to state.Bands from Chandler, North Rock Creek, Stroud, McLoud, Dale, Meeker and Prague all competed at Districts.

Agra Board approves roof proposal

The Agra School Board voted to accept a proposal for the roof replacement at the elementary gymnasium, 5/6 wing and office at its regular meeting on March 9.

Stroud school board renew principal contracts

TheStroudSchoolBoard voted to renew contracts with several employees at its regular meeting on March 9.

Prague student to attend 2026 CVEC Youth Tour in D.C.

EMILY KALKA Staff Writer A Prague student is one oftwoselectedbyCanadian Valley Electric Cooperative (CVEC) to represent the area at the Youth Tour in Washington, D.C.

Farmer brings wheat back to Lincoln County

A local farmer in Carney is working to bring back wheat to the area.Matt Dornan recently competed in the National Wheat Yield Contests, winning second place on the percentage over county yield, which was 10.45 bushels an acre, and first place in quality.