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Newly elected members of the 2026 Pott Co Free Fair Jr Board announced (L-R) Grace Loman-Bethel FFA, Quinn Carpenter-Bethel FFA, Piper Reece-NRC FFA, Madalyn Taron-Bethel FFA, Makenzie Sullivan-Bethel FFA, Mason Luka-Dale 4-H.

Newly elected members of the 2026 Pott Co Free Fair Jr Board announced (L-R) Grace Loman-Bethel FFA, Quinn Carpenter-Bethel FFA, Piper Reece-NRC FFA, Madalyn Taron-Bethel FFA, Makenzie Sullivan-Bethel FFA, Mason Luka-Dale 4-H.

Pottawatomie County fair results

Baking Awards
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Baking AwardsSponsored By Oklahoma Wheat Commission Senior Division: (Baking Dish) Champion: Beth Mills; Reserve Champion: Tawana Holland Bread Machine Champion: Tawana Holland Junior Division: Champion: Madison Maddox - Dale 4H Reserve Champion: Addison Mcdaniel Bethel 4H Bread Machine Champion:...

Court appearance set in manslaughter

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
A $50,000 bench warrant issued for the arrest of a Shawnee man charged with second degree manslaughter accused of causing the death of a woman has been return and filed and his initial appearance has been scheduled.

Chandler board hires staff

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Chandler’s Board of Education members this week hired several new personnel and accepted the resignation of another.Chandler School Supt.

Meeker board approves estimate

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Meeker Board of Education members this week approved the 2025-2026 Estimate of Needs and Financial Statement, voted to offer contracts to several people and accepted the resignation of one.School Supt. Jeff Pruitt reported the 2025-2026 Estimate of Needs totals $11,422,055.
Braxton Roberts from Bethel FFA was the recipient of the 2025 Ann “Sis” Gilbert Outstanding Junior at the Fair Award. Pictured from left, are Suzanne Gilbert, past recipient Poppy Robinson, Braxton Roberts and Randy Gilbert.

Braxton Roberts from Bethel FFA was the recipient of the 2025 Ann “Sis” Gilbert Outstanding Junior at the Fair Award. Pictured from left, are Suzanne Gilbert, past recipient Poppy Robinson, Braxton Roberts and Randy Gilbert.

Pott County Fair award winners

News Staff
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Hereford: Keelie Utter Tecumseh FFA Limousin: Taycie Baker - Bethel 4H Maine: Boone Gray North Rock Creek 4H Shorthorn: Kimberly Holland - Tecumseh FFA Santa Gertrudis: Emma Bellah - McLoud FFA Commercial: Taycie Baker - Bethel 4H Prospect Steers: Charolais: Katie Haysmer Dale FFA Limousin: Taycie...
Chandler players hoist the BancFirst Historic Route 66 Bedlam Classic trophy after winning the rivalry game with Stroud, 13-8, Friday night. For more on the game and area sports, please see Section C and Page 1D. Photo/Brian Blansett

Chandler players hoist the BancFirst Historic Route 66 Bedlam Classic trophy after winning the rivalry game with Stroud, 13-8, Friday night. For more on the game and area sports, please see Section C and Page 1D. Photo/Brian Blansett

Lions win, 13-8

News Staff
Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Stroud: zoning change nixed

Emily Kalka Staff Writer
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
A petition to rezone property located at South Hwy 99 and West Elm Street in Stroud from Agriculture to Commercial Highway was denied on Sep. 8 at a public hearing of the Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment.Four members voted against the rezoning, while one abstained.

Mill puppies thriving, adoptable

News Staff
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
EMILY KALKA Staff WriterDogs and puppies seized during the shutdown of Add Love Pets, LLC, are still available for adoption.Lawrence Depriest, director of operations for the Humane Society of Tulsa, said they still have 235 Maltese in their custody, with 28 of those born in their care.

Commissioners

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Lincoln County commissioners this week approved disbursement of preserving and advancing county transportation (PACT) funds.Their action came during a special meeting.They also approved a federal grants procurement policy.
A group of about 20 to 30 bikes lines up for a charity right on Aug. 18 at Tilghman Park in Chandler. The ride had bikers from the Roughnecks, Four Kings LE/MC, Honor-Bound Motorcycle Ministry, and other groups and clubs. They raised around $700, which was donated to the Rotary Club for school supplies in Chandler. Photo/Emily Kalka

A group of about 20 to 30 bikes lines up for a charity right on Aug. 18 at Tilghman Park in Chandler. The ride had bikers from the Roughnecks, Four Kings LE/MC, Honor-Bound Motorcycle Ministry, and other groups and clubs. They raised around $700, which was donated to the Rotary Club for school supplies in Chandler. Photo/Emily Kalka

Bikers doing community good

Emily Kalka Staff Writer
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
The sun was bright and the temperature was quickly rising as the roar of motorcycle engines filled the air. It was another Saturday morning at Tilghman Park, though this time, a different crowd was congregating under one of the pavilions.
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