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North Rock Creek HS announces vals, sal

North Rock Creek HS announces vals, sal

North Rock Creek HS announces vals, sal

News Staff
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
North Rock Creek High School has announced its valedictorians and salutatorians from the graduating Class of 2026. Braden Hibler and Cody Jones were named valedictorian. Hope Hodges was named salutatorian.

March 2026 Wellness Report

News Staff
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Everymonth,WellnessDep.RodBaker from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office releases the Lincoln County Recovery Report to keep residents informed of ongoing activities and programs to help with mental health recovery efforts in the county. The following is the March 2026 report.

Woman charged with A&B with deadly weapon

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
The Lincoln County district attorney filed charges against a Chandler woman for assault and battery with a dangerous weapon and leaving the scene of an accident on March 27 after she allegedly hit a neighbor with her car.
The Shell station near the intersection of Hwy 18 and Westech Road north of Shawnee received damage from a tornado on Friday night. Outside of the awning, the storm mostly caused tree damage according to authorities. The tornado was estimated to be an EF1, according to the National Weather Service. Photo/Brian Blansett

The Shell station near the intersection of Hwy 18 and Westech Road north of Shawnee received damage from a tornado on Friday night. Outside of the awning, the storm mostly caused tree damage according to authorities. The tornado was estimated to be an EF1, according to the National Weather Service. Photo/Brian Blansett

The Shell

News Staff
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
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Local students win OSU scholarships

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Four Lincoln County students are the recipients of scholarships from Oklahoma State University’s Ferguson College of Agriculture for the 2026-27 academic year, a press release from the university said.Ryan Dehart from Carney received the Joseph Fleming Memorial Continuing Scholarship.

DA files charges against Prague man

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
The Lincoln County district attorney filed a domestic assault charge against a Prague man after a reported altercation with his girlfriend.
Lincoln County On-Stage at 108 E. 8th Street in Chandler will present the world premiere of Black Sunday written by Ben Myers and directed by Mandy Myers. The show will feature the music of Flying Armadillo and the cast telling stories of the Dust Bowl. Performance dates and times are April 10, 11, 17, and 18 at 7:00 PM and April 12 at 2:00 PM. Tickets can be purchased at lconstage.com or by calling the box office at 405-258-1718.

Lincoln County On-Stage at 108 E. 8th Street in Chandler will present the world premiere of Black Sunday written by Ben Myers and directed by Mandy Myers. The show will feature the music of Flying Armadillo and the cast telling stories of the Dust Bowl. Performance dates and times are April 10, 11, 17, and 18 at 7:00 PM and April 12 at 2:00 PM. Tickets can be purchased at lconstage.com or by calling the box office at 405-258-1718.

Black Sunday

News Staff
Wednesday, April 8, 2026

County Filing Report

News Staff
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
The Lincoln County Election Board has released the list of candidates who have filed to run for county office.According to the report, Jackie Holcomb is running unopposed for County Assessor Clerk, while Kristie Hammock is running for County Court Clerk, which is an unexpired two-year term.
Harrah’s Oklahoma gears up to open on April 9, with a plethora of guests and events set for a full day of fun. Photo/Emily Kalka

Harrah’s Oklahoma gears up to open on April 9, with a plethora of guests and events set for a full day of fun. Photo/Emily Kalka

Harrah’s Oklahoma ready for opening day

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Arrow & Ember, the new restaurant at Harrah’s Oklahoma, is ready for opening day.Executive Chef Thomas Liljestrom-abele presented a media preview on April 2, showcasing just a few of the dishes that will be available once the restaurant and casino open on April 9.
Wellston High School announces vals, sal

Wellston High School announces vals, sal

Wellston High School announces vals, sal

News Staff
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Wellston High School has announced its valedictorian and salutatorian for the graduating Class of 2026. Kaden James and Wylee Terrell were named valedictorians, while Jett Golightly was named salutatorian.Kaden James, ValedictorianKadenJamesisthesonof Kirby and Britni James.
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