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Pumpkin Festival returning to Meeker for another year

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

A time-honored tradition in Meeker is getting a refresher.The Meeker Pumpkin Festival has been going on for around four decades, and at one time, it was big, with carnival rides and more.

Maj. General Matthew Wolfe Davidson (left) poses with his children (center) and wife (far right) at his retirement ceremony in June. Photo Provided By Matthew Wolfe Davidson

Maj. General credits success to growing up in Chandler

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

When two-star Major General Matthew Wolfe Davidson joined the Air Force, he didn’t intend to stay as long as he did.“My plan was to only do four years.

Moore woman charged with DUI, child endangerment

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

A Moore woman has been charged with two felony counts and two misdemeanor counts after an alleged DUI incident on Aug. 29, according to court documents.Shawna Yancey-Ridenour made an initial appearance on Sept. 17 and will return to court on Nov. 19 for a pre-preliminary hearing.

The Chandler Fire Department spent time at East Side Elementary teaching kids about fire safety last week. In the photo on left, Ben Froh shows off his gear to a curious child. On the right, Asst. Fire Chief Tony Rednour explaining what a halligan bar is and how it works. Photos/Landon Gray

Fire Safety Week at East Side Elementary

News Staff

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Deadline approaching for absentee ballots by mail

News Staff

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

The deadline to request absentee ballots by mail is approaching.Applications must be received by the County Election Board no later than 5 p.m. Monday, October 19, 2026.Absentee voting is available to all voters, and applications can be submitted several ways, said Lincoln County Election Board...

Kendrick Fire Dept. to host annual hog roast

News Staff

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

The Kendrick Volunteer Fire Department is hosting its annual Pig Roast on Nov. 14, where the department will celebrate its 50th anniversary.The roast will run from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and will be held at the Kendrick Fire Department. Barbecue plates are $10 for adults and $5 for children.

Man faces DUI, endangerment felony counts

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

A man is facing two felony and one misdeamnor charges after an incident that occurred on or about Sept. 6, according to court documents.Danny Ray Stafford (alias Danny Ray Barnes) made his initial appearance on Sept. 13 and will return to Lincoln County Court on Nov. 19 for a pre-preliminary...

Woman facing drug trafficking charge

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Melissa Teague, 40, of Oklahoma City, made an initial appearance in Lincoin County Court on Sept. 24 for three charges, with a pre-preliminary hearing scheduled for Oct. 22, according to court documents.Teague was charged with one felony charge of trafficking in illegal drugs, one misdemeanor count...

Berry receives Lifesaver Award

News Staff

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Stroud Police Chief Clint Gaylord (left) commends Ofc. Brent Berry (right) for taking lifesaving measures during a medical emergency event at the Lincoln County Courthouse on Aug. 11. The award was presented to Berry during the regular Stroud City Council Meeting at City Hall on Oct. 8.

Pictured on the left are the Students of the Month for September from North Rock Creek Middle School. Seventh Grade: Oaklen Danker and Nora Fuller; Eighth Grade: Zoey Benn and Lane Clifton. On the right are the NRC High school Students of the Month for September. Freshman: Lia Swantek and Bryson Malone; Sophomore: Eden Neal and Baron Adcock; Junior: Derek Jackson and Bella Acock; Senior: Carly McCaslin and Hank Aldrich. Photos/Jessica Phillips

Applications open for OFE Academic All-State

News Staff

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

The application process forAcademicAll-State through the Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence (OFE) is now open, according to a press release from the foundation.OFE selects 100 public school seniors each year for Academic All-State through a selection process that focuses on academic achievement,...

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