Tri-County Herald

Ronald Curtis Underwood

Ronald Curtis Underwood

Ronald Curtis Underwood

Ronald “Ronnie” Curtis Underwood, 80, passed away on Friday, June 28, 2024, at his home in Chandler, Oklahoma.Ronald was born on November 29, 1943, to CurtisBasilUnderwood and Lydia Lovella (Hines)Underwood.He was raised and attended school in Spencer, Oklahoma.

Two from Stroud charged in felonies

Two people from Stroud have each been charged with drug and contraband felonies following their arrest in June by law enforcement officers.
Howard Dickman, owner of Chandler Tire Center, stands next to a pillar marking the restored stairs leading up the hill where the old Oklahoma National Guard warehouse was located. After over 20 years of work, Dickman’s research led to the designation of Chandler as the hometown of the National Guard. Next on Dickman’s list is to replace and restore plaques and monuments at National Guard sites in town. Photo/ Emily Kalka

Howard Dickman, owner of Chandler Tire Center, stands next to a pillar marking the restored stairs leading up the hill where the old Oklahoma National Guard warehouse was located. After over 20 years of work, Dickman’s research led to the designation of Chandler as the hometown of the National Guard. Next on Dickman’s list is to replace and restore plaques and monuments at National Guard sites in town. Photo/ Emily Kalka

Chandler: Home town of the Guard

While most people would rather be tucked inside under the A/C on any given day in June, Howard Dickman was up for a short jaunt around town. It was one of those days that prompted caution from meteorologists and electricity bills to rise.

Hearings set in abuse and intimidation

Preliminary hearings have been scheduled for a woman from Meeker and a Shawnee man, each charged with three felonies, among them child abuse and child neglect. One of the counts against the Meeker woman is for intimidation of witness.Their preliminary hearings are set for Aug. 22.

Lincoln County Commissioners meeting

Lincoln County commissioners this week held up on approving any purchase of software for the county and also heard from a landowner who opposes the wind turbines.

Hearing set for Steele in felony cases

A pre-preliminary hearing has been set for a Wellston man, previously convicted of several felonies, who is facing two more following his arrest by Lincoln County deputies recently.
Celebrating Independence Day

Celebrating Independence Day

Celebrating Independence Day

Many of you are aware of my passion for veterans. Without the dedication and service of those who fought in previous wars and conflicts, many of us wouldn’t be here today.Early last month, the United States and France, among other countries, observed the 80th anniversary of the landing at Normandy.
A year’s work in 52 seconds

A year’s work in 52 seconds

A year’s work in 52 seconds

It was May 5, 2023, my first day of competition at the Great American Conference Championships.After competing at 13 meets across six months along with 10 months of training, it was time to cash in all that hard work on the biggest stage.
Expensive dog

Expensive dog

Expensive dog

Last weekend Kindra and I went glamping, as I have since learned it’s called.Glamorous camping, which is an oxymoron if ever there was one.It was fun. Kindra booked us a night in a secluded air conditioned tent near Blue River, north of Tish.

Kingdom of Heaven

I stand at awe many times thinking about the words that say there is nothing impossible with God. John the Baptist told the people that they should not think anything of themselves just because they’re children of Abraham.