Tri-County Herald

White Rock announces 2026-27 free meal program

News Staff

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

WhiteRockPublicSchool announces its participation in the USDAChild Nutrition Free Breakfast and Lunch Program for the 2026–2027 school year.All enrolled students in the district may participate in the breakfast and lunch program at no charge.

County Commissioners discuss new SUD providers

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

The Lincoln County Commissioners discussed new substance abuse disorder (SUD) providers in the wake of Gateway closing at their regular meeting on Aug. 24.The County is considering contracts with Redemption, which handles the jail contract, and has also reached out to CREOKS.The ideal scenario,...

On the left, Jayne Bell and Dr. Theresa McKinzie pose with pet toys donated by Harrah’s Oklahoma at the Lincoln County Animal Hospital. On the right, Librarian Sandy Tharp-Thee sits with books that were donated by the casino. Photos/Harrah’s Oklahoma

Harrah’s celebrates 100 days through donations

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Harrah’s Oklahoma is celebrating it’s first 100 days in business by giving back to the community.The casino recently donated 100 pet toys to the Lincoln County Animal Hospital and 100 books to the Chandler Public Library.Harrah’s wanted to find a way to celebrate that they’ve hit 100 days and do...

On the left is the full Story Keeper Studio that is available for the public to use at the Chandler Public Library. On the right, Librarian Sandy Tharp-Thee holds up the device that copies videos from VHS or camcorders onto a flash driver. Photos/Emily Kalka

Chandler Library offers StoryTeller Studio

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

The Chandler Public Library is offering a new service to help residents digitize their memories.Librarian Sandy Tharp-Thee said the library now has what they call the Story Keeper Studio, which was funded by a grant through the Oklahoma Department of Libraries and Institute of Museum and Libraries...

Shawnee man faces felony DUI

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Aman is facing a felony and misdeamenor charge after an alleged drunk driving incident on July 14.Keith Swedberg, 40, of Shawnee, was charged with one count of felony driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol and one misdemeanor count of obstructing an officer on July 20 by the...

Author to visit Chandler Library

News Staff

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

The Chandler Public Library is hosting author Rebecca Ecker on Sept. 9.Ecker will be giving a short talk and book reading, followed by an author meet-and-greet for her inspirational book “May You Seek Beauty Wherever You Go.”The book is intended to help readers pause to discover the beauty that...

Davenport 45s Hillsdale-Kremlin in opener

News Staff

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Davenport scored early and often in the season opener and beat Hillsdale-Kremlin, 54-0, Friday night.The game ended early under the 45-point mercy rule.The Bulldogs racked up 288 yards of total offense while holding the visiting Broncs to -24.“I thought we did a really good job,” said head coach...

Chandler quarterback Clayton Ritchie goes airborne for a touchdown during the Lions’ game against Clinton Friday night. Ritchie’s 18-yard run on third down tied the score at 7-7 in the second quarter. Photo/Landon Gray

Lions upended

Brian Blansett Staff Writer

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Clinton took a firstquarter lead and held on to beat Chandler, 41-35, in the season opener Friday night at Joe Telford Field Friday.The game was exciting, featuring a 97-yard passand-run for a touchdown, a blocked field goal, booming kickoffs from the toe of Chandler’s Levi Becktol, the Lions twice...

Landon Hubert and Hailey Johnson, individual winners at the Wolverine Invitational cross country meet. Photo/Monica Johnson

Prague dominates Holdenville meet

News Staff

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Prague’s cross country teams swept the Wolverine Invitational at Hodenville on Saturday, with the girls capturing the top five individual spots.Senior Hailey Johnson covered the1600-meter course in 5:46.11 to take first place for the second event in a row.Teammates Jocelyn Ward, Hannah Rolette,...

Meeker’s Sierra Romero puts the ball in play against Chandler in the 66 Conference Thursday. Photo/Brian Blansett

Fastpitch roundup

News Staff

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Week of Aug. 24-29 CarneyFor the week:1-1. Win over Mulhall-Orlando (10-2). Loss to Wellston (17-9). Record:6-7.Braycelee Holmes tripled, singled twice, scored twice and drove in a run against Mulhall-Orlando.

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