Ricky Dean Grandstaff

Ricky Dean Grandstaff was born June 9, 1978, in Wamego, Kansas, to Terry Grandstaff and Earlene (Kerby) Craig. He passed away on November 15, 2025, in Shawnee at the age of 47.Ricky was preceded in death by his father, a brother-in-law and his grandparents.

Brenda Inez (Foster) Clark

Brenda Inez (Foster) Clark, 68, of Prague, Oklahoma, was born on August 28th, 1957. She passed away peacefully onNovember15th,2025 surrounded by her loved ones.

Dale’s Music Man

Music has always been part of Dominik Seaton’s life.From the time he was a child, he had been surrounded by it. The senior at Dale High School credits this to his late father and grandfather, who were both musicians.

Chandler school board

The Chandler School Board had a relatively quick meeting on Monday.It voted to approve the school lease agreement for the 83.51 acres, with the terms beginning Jan. 1, 2026 and ending on Dec. 31. 2026.

Letters to veterans

Scotty Ray ChandlerThank you, veterans, Thank you, brave men and women who have served our country with honor and courage. Y’all have sacrificed your time, safety, and even y’all lives to protect our freedom. We owe y’all guys our deepest gratitude for your dedication and selflessness.

Chandler speech, drama shine

It’s been a strong week for the Chandler High School speech and drama department.On Saturday, students competed at a speech and debate competition at Mount St. Mary’s Catholic High School, taking home second place overall in 4A.Speech and drama teacher Inda Jo Conway said she took six students and...

Lincoln County Commission

Lincoln County commissioners have approved applications and other related documents to a REAP Grant for a project in District 3.Their action came during a special county commissioners meeting last week.

White chosen Christmas Queen

Mattie White has been named the 2025 Chandler Christmas Festival Queen.The senior was among 13 candidates who applied for the honor and was selected by a committee of judges.

Veterans Day winners

The Chandler Junior High Student Council held its annual Veterans Day contests to honor veterans in the community, according to advisor Pam Anderson.Students in the fifth and sixth grades at Park Road Elementary were invited to participate in a card contest, where they designed cards that will be...

Meeker board approves dates

Meeker Board of Education members this week approved board meeting dates for2026andwerepresented the College Remediation Report.They also heard the Middle School and High School Drop out report.Boardmembersapproved several policy updates including Code of Ethics for Board members, executive...