Tri-County Herald

My mother and the cows

News Staff

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

I didn’t grow up on a farm, though we were out in the country. We didn’t have animals outside of our dogs, and at one point, some guinea fowl and chickens (another story altogether). But that didn’t mean we could escape the occasional cattle drive with Papa and MarMar.

Brynna Raines

Local students win OSU scholarships

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Four Lincoln County students are the recipients of scholarships from Oklahoma State University’s Ferguson College of Agriculture for the 2026-27 academic year, a press release from the university said.Ryan Dehart from Carney received the Joseph Fleming Memorial Continuing Scholarship.

DA files charges against Prague man

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

The Lincoln County district attorney filed a domestic assault charge against a Prague man after a reported altercation with his girlfriend.

Lincoln County On-Stage at 108 E. 8th Street in Chandler will present the world premiere of Black Sunday written by Ben Myers and directed by Mandy Myers. The show will feature the music of Flying Armadillo and the cast telling stories of the Dust Bowl. Performance dates and times are April 10, 11, 17, and 18 at 7:00 PM and April 12 at 2:00 PM. Tickets can be purchased at lconstage.com or by calling the box office at 405-258-1718.

Black Sunday

News Staff

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

County Filing Report

News Staff

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

The Lincoln County Election Board has released the list of candidates who have filed to run for county office.According to the report, Jackie Holcomb is running unopposed for County Assessor Clerk, while Kristie Hammock is running for County Court Clerk, which is an unexpired two-year term.

Harrah’s Oklahoma gears up to open on April 9, with a plethora of guests and events set for a full day of fun. Photo/Emily Kalka

Harrah’s Oklahoma ready for opening day

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Arrow & Ember, the new restaurant at Harrah’s Oklahoma, is ready for opening day.Executive Chef Thomas Liljestrom-abele presented a media preview on April 2, showcasing just a few of the dishes that will be available once the restaurant and casino open on April 9.

Wellston High School announces vals, sal

News Staff

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Wellston High School has announced its valedictorian and salutatorian for the graduating Class of 2026. Kaden James and Wylee Terrell were named valedictorians, while Jett Golightly was named salutatorian.Kaden James, ValedictorianKadenJamesisthesonof Kirby and Britni James.

A customer speaks with a vendor selling produce at the Chandler Farmers’ Market held on April 4 next to the courthouse. Photo/Emily Kalka

Farmers markets blossoming across the county

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

It was a blustery spring morning, not unlike most mornings in April in Oklahoma.Several stalls were set up next to the courthouse in Chandler, with a decent crowd of people moving from one to the other. They had everything from farmfresh beef to vegetables, eggs, even coffee and lotions.

Rhonda Fay Williams

News Staff

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Rhonda Fay Williams wasbornJanuary 2,1958,toRonaldDale and Elsie Fay (Berry) Williams in Chandler.She passed away on March 26, 2026, in Oklahoma City, surrounded by loved ones, at the age of 68.Rhonda was preceded in death by her parents, sister, and grandparents.

Danny Scott Caseboldt

News Staff

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Danny Scott Caseboldt, 51, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in Chandler, Oklahoma.Danny was born on December 15, 1974, in Claremore, Oklahoma, to Billy Lee and Sharon Elaine (Hunter) Caseboldt. He attended school in Meeker, Oklahoma, and graduated from Meeker High School in 1992.

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