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County Commissioners

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
The Lincoln County Commissioners renewed a sublease agreement with Stroud Public Schools at their regular meeting on July 20.The sublease was first signed on Dec. 1, 2016, and is renewed at the beginning of every fiscal year until it’s paid off.The Commissioners approved Bid #26-08 with H&H...

Prague School Board approves handbook

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
The Prague School Board approved hand books for the next school year as well as a handful of personnel decisions at its regular meeting on July 13.The Board approved student handbooks for the high school, middle school, elementary school and early childhood center at the meeting, along with staff...
Chris Reed (standing, center) makes a point during the Friday night performance of “Drop Dead!” in Stroud. From left to right: (Standing) Tyler Peters, Reed and David Timmons; (Seated) Dani Skelton, DaNae Peters and Tawny K Duren. Photo/Emily Kalka

Chris Reed (standing, center) makes a point during the Friday night performance of “Drop Dead!” in Stroud. From left to right: (Standing) Tyler Peters, Reed and David Timmons; (Seated) Dani Skelton, DaNae Peters and Tawny K Duren. Photo/Emily Kalka

Drop Dead Hysterical

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
The Zephyrus Drum & Bugle Corps Photo/David Lackey

The Zephyrus Drum & Bugle Corps Photo/David Lackey

Dancing to her own beat

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
While many recent grads have spent the summer soaking up as much time as possible with friends and family before going off to school or working at summer jobs, Chandler gradIzzySimpsonhasbeen doing something a little different.She’s spent hours out in the sun rehearsing and tossing rifles and flags...
Both photos feature Izzy Simpson, a recent Chandler grad, as she performs as part of the Zephyrus Drum & Bugle Corp. Photos/David Lackey

Both photos feature Izzy Simpson, a recent Chandler grad, as she performs as part of the Zephyrus Drum & Bugle Corp. Photos/David Lackey

Harrah’s Oklahoma upgrades restaurant

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Harrah’s Oklahoma is mixing things up at its main restaurant after 100 days of being open.According to a press release from the casino located west of Chandler, Arrow & Ember will now be open to guests of all ages.

Voters to decide two state questions in August

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Two questions will appear on the August 25, 2026, Runoff Primary Election ballot. All Oklahoma voters, regardless of political party, can vote on these questions.

OG&E tips for staying cool in triple-digit temps

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
With daytime highs soaring into triple digits, OG&E has released tips on staying cool and saving during high temperatures.OG&E said while there is no call for customers to reduce their electricity or take action, there are some ways to reduce energy use.

Lincoln County students honored at uni

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Students from the Lincoln County/Pottawatomie County areas have been excelling at universities, including making dean’s lists, grad lists and more.University of Central OklahomaThe following students have made the President’s and Dean’s Honor Rolls at the University of Central Oklahoma.Chandler...

Meeker Middle School Honor Roll lists

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Meeker Middle School has released its secondsemester honor rolls.Sixth Grade Superintendent’s Honor RollJackson Cloud Jacob Eisenberger Baylee Gatz Aspen Hailey Landen Karr Malcolm Krzyaniak Camryn Maggard Caleb Mooy Arliss Sala Sam Sloan Boston Smith Kate Smithson Rhett...
Marley Miller from Chandler drops a loop on her calf during the 86th annual Chandler Open Rodeo over the weekend. She won the first round of breakaway roping and the 15-and-under barrel racing on Friday night. For more on the rodeo, please see Pages 2A, 2C and 3C. Photo/Brian Blansett

Marley Miller from Chandler drops a loop on her calf during the 86th annual Chandler Open Rodeo over the weekend. She won the first round of breakaway roping and the 15-and-under barrel racing on Friday night. For more on the rodeo, please see Pages 2A, 2C and 3C. Photo/Brian Blansett

Chandler rodeo

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Chandler high school student Marley Miller won the breakaway roping and 15-and-under barrel racing Friday night at the Chandler Open Rodeo, highlighting a twonight run that included 346 contestants and $16,915 in prize money.Miller stopped the clock at 2.9 seconds in the Friday night roping and ran...
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