Tri-County Herald

Man convicted of child neglect

A 59-year-old man facing multiple charges for alleged sex crimes against minors has been been convicted of child neglect.Mark Leon Miller, Sr., of Midwest City, appeared before District Judge Sarah Bridge March 25 on formal charges filed against him on Aug. 15, 2024 in Lincoln County District Court.
Teague Muncy catches the ball for a first base out. Photo/Rick Hester

Teague Muncy catches the ball for a first base out. Photo/Rick Hester

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Jett Higdon goes for the high release to get two points. Photo/Rick Hester

Jett Higdon goes for the high release to get two points. Photo/Rick Hester

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Chandler Library takes a walk on the wild side

Chandler Library takes a walk on the wild side

Chandler Library takes a walk on the wild side

Two workers from the Oklahoma City Zoo visited the Chandler Public Library on Monday, June 9, as part of their summer reading program. The workers taught the children about pollinators and how important they are to the environment around them.
People browse the car show at Stroud SummerFest 2024 on Main Street. Photo/ Emily Kalka

People browse the car show at Stroud SummerFest 2024 on Main Street. Photo/ Emily Kalka

Summer festivals return to Stroud, Chandler

Two local festivals are coming up on June 14 in Chandler and Stroud.In Chandler, the 24th Annual Ice Cream Festival is set to take place in Tilghman Park from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The festival will feature free ice cream from Hiland Dairy, inflatable games, and more.

Man charged for crimes against minors

A man who was arrested by Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation agents almost a month ago has been formally charged in Pottawatomie County District Court with seven sex-related felonies against minors.TerryAlan Blankenship, 62, whose address is listed asTecumseh, was formally charged June 3, 2025.

Stroud man convicted of 7 felonies including robbery

A Lincoln Count jury has convicted a Stroud man of seven felonies and a sentencing date has been scheduled.Formal charges were filed Sep. 24, 2024 in Lincoln County District Court against Acey Ambrose Murphy, 33. He appeared before Associate District Judge Sheila Kirk the same day he was charged.

Lincoln County News wins 4 first-place awards at OPA

The Lincoln County News won four first-place awards in the Oklahoma Press Association’s annual Better Newspaper Contest.The awards were presented Saturday night at the OPA’s convention at the Grand Casino and Hotel.
Ray Allen Santin

Ray Allen Santin

Ray Allen Santin

In Loving Memory of Ray Allen SantinRayAllenSantinwas taken to his Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 20, 2025. He was born onNovember21,1971, in Stroud, Oklahoma, to Karen June (McElroy) and Henry Ray Santin. Ray graduated from Davenport, OK High School, where he excelled in both his studies and sports.