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Meeker High School and Vision Bank presented academic letterjackets to seniors last week. Pictured from left are Devin Sligar, Brittany McDoulett, Lauren Miller and Levi Winn. Ashely Adams was unavailable for the photo. In the back row are Derrik Shouse, Vision Branch Manager in Meeker, left, and Meeker High School Principal Brad Buxton. Photo/Brian Blansett

Meeker High School and Vision Bank presented academic letterjackets to seniors last week. Pictured from left are Devin Sligar, Brittany McDoulett, Lauren Miller and Levi Winn. Ashely Adams was unavailable for the photo. In the back row are Derrik Shouse, Vision Branch Manager in Meeker, left, and Meeker High School Principal Brad Buxton. Photo/Brian Blansett

Meeker Academic Letterjackets

Public records

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The Stroud American Legion Auxiliary and Town Talk hosted the Andrew Sisters tribute triolast week as a thank you to veterans. Pictured above are the trio and veterans who attended. Photo/provided

The Stroud American Legion Auxiliary and Town Talk hosted the Andrew Sisters tribute triolast week as a thank you to veterans. Pictured above are the trio and veterans who attended. Photo/provided

Stroud tribute to veterans

Meeker school board meeting

Meeker’s Board of Education this week approved the district’s final Estimate of Needs for 2022-2023. School Supt. Jeff Pruitt advised the board total revenue estimates are $6,651,466.87.
Addilyn Tipton

Addilyn Tipton

Addilyn Tipton

The bravery of American soldiers is incredibly inspiring. Some of these men and women were merely kids when they decided to leave the life that they had and sacrifice the life that could have been to fight for a country they loved so much.

No immunity in shooting

A Lincoln County District Judge has denied motions for immunity for two men charged in a shooting at an On Cue in Stroud over a year ago. The shooting reportedly occurred on Oct. 9, 2021. District Judge Cindy Ashwood originally heard motions Sep.
Remembering Veterans Day

Remembering Veterans Day

Remembering Veterans Day

Last Friday, this nation celebrated what I think is one of the greatest holidays of the year, Veterans Day. It was the 103rd Veterans Day to be observed. I know some took the time that day to pause, think about and honor all the brave men and women who have served this country.
Brittany McDoulett

Brittany McDoulett

Brittany McDoulett

Freedom is not free. Veteran, you know that better than anyone. Each of you gave up something for our freedom. For some it was leaving home, the familiar place where you felt safe; for others it was saying goodbye to beloved family and friends.

Veterans Essays from Meeker

Meeker FFA chapter sponsored an essay contest for students as part of the school’s Veterans Day program on Friday. A panel of community members judged the essays and winners of each grade level received $15.