Tri-County Herald

My completely normal, not-haunted house

My completely normal, not-haunted house

My completely normal, not-haunted house

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
I am incredibly blessed to have the friends that I do. Mostly because we all have the same sense of dark humor and interest in the spookier things in life. Anything and everything is the start to a possible mystery and/or murder story.
A summer of small towns and big stories

A summer of small towns and big stories

A summer of small towns and big stories

Andrew Frazier Staff Writer
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
When I accepted my internship at The Lincoln County News, I didn’t really know what to expect. I had only ever been to Chandler for a middle school basketball tournament, where my very important 20 points per game surely left a lasting impact.
Meeker FFA officer team

Meeker FFA officer team

Meeker FFA officer team goes on leadership retreat

Mattie Hurley Meeker Ffa Reporter
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
The Meeker FFA Chapter recently held its annual officer retreat, giving chapter officers an opportunity to prepare for the upcoming school year while strengthening their leadership and teamwork skills.The 2026–2027 Meeker FFA officer team includes President Baylee Weeks, Vice President Kadence...

Voters to decide two state questions in August

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Two questions will appear on the August 25, 2026, Runoff Primary Election ballot. All Oklahoma voters, regardless of political party, can vote on these questions.

OG&E tips for staying cool in triple-digit temps

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
With daytime highs soaring into triple digits, OG&E has released tips on staying cool and saving during high temperatures.OG&E said while there is no call for customers to reduce their electricity or take action, there are some ways to reduce energy use.

Lincoln County students honored at uni

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Students from the Lincoln County/Pottawatomie County areas have been excelling at universities, including making dean’s lists, grad lists and more.University of Central OklahomaThe following students have made the President’s and Dean’s Honor Rolls at the University of Central Oklahoma.Chandler...

Meeker Middle School Honor Roll lists

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Meeker Middle School has released its secondsemester honor rolls.Sixth Grade Superintendent’s Honor RollJackson Cloud Jacob Eisenberger Baylee Gatz Aspen Hailey Landen Karr Malcolm Krzyaniak Camryn Maggard Caleb Mooy Arliss Sala Sam Sloan Boston Smith Kate Smithson Rhett...
Marley Miller from Chandler drops a loop on her calf during the 86th annual Chandler Open Rodeo over the weekend. She won the first round of breakaway roping and the 15-and-under barrel racing on Friday night. For more on the rodeo, please see Pages 2A, 2C and 3C. Photo/Brian Blansett

Marley Miller from Chandler drops a loop on her calf during the 86th annual Chandler Open Rodeo over the weekend. She won the first round of breakaway roping and the 15-and-under barrel racing on Friday night. For more on the rodeo, please see Pages 2A, 2C and 3C. Photo/Brian Blansett

Chandler rodeo

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Chandler high school student Marley Miller won the breakaway roping and 15-and-under barrel racing Friday night at the Chandler Open Rodeo, highlighting a twonight run that included 346 contestants and $16,915 in prize money.Miller stopped the clock at 2.9 seconds in the Friday night roping and ran...
Carolyn Ann (Geer) Becker

Carolyn Ann (Geer) Becker

Carolyn Ann (Geer) Becker

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Carolyn Ann (Geer) Becker of Wellston, OK, was born on January 31, 1938, in Chanute, KS, the oldest daughter of Frank and Wilma (Carter) Geer. Carolyn peacefully passed away at her home on July 21, 2026, at the age of 88. She was preceded in death by her parents and oldest son, Charles Lee Becker.
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