Tri-County Herald

Wellston Pre-Fourth Bash

News Staff

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

First Baptist Church in Wellston organized its annual pre-Fourth of July Celebration -- The Big Bang 66 -- on July 26, attracting many from all over the county. The festival included live music, games, inflatables and many food trucks. In the top left, people wait at a lemonade stand.

Former Air Force pararescueman reflects on service

Andrew Frazier Staff Writer

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

As he plummeted through the air toward the ocean below, Gary McGuire fought to fix a broken parachute. A routine training mission can go haywire in an instant for Air Force pararescuemen, and this was one of those moments.

Kendrick: A little town with a long memory

Andrew Frazier Staff Writer

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

On an unusually cool and cloudy summer morning, my car kicked up dust as small frogs darted from the gravel road leading to Kendrick.After reading the small amount of history I could find online about the town, I did not really know what to expect.

A large tree lays across the road on Saturday in Oak Park Cemetary. It was knocked down during a storm that hit around 11 p.m. Friday night. Photo/Emily Kalka

Chandler Storm Damage

News Staff

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

LinkedIn, the fakest place on the internet

Andrew Frazier Staff Writer

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

I am thrilled to announce that I hate LinkedIn.One of the worst advancements in hiring has to be that godforsaken app.

Meeker FFA introduces new chapter officers

Mattie Hurley Meeker Ffa Reporter

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

As the new school year approaches, the Meeker FFA Chapter is proud to introduce its 2026–2027 Chapter Officer Team.

Never underestimate Dad’s quest for catfish

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

What a lot of people may not know or remember about my family’s land is that way back in the day, my great-grandfather had a catfish hatchery. Every time we go to the old rock house, my dad will point out where they used to keep the minnows and baby catfish.

Man makes initial appearance for aggravated DUI

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

ACushing man is heading to a pre-preliminary hearing for aggravated DUI and carrying a firearm while intoxicated, according to court documents.Jackie O’Kelley, 45, of Cushing, was charged on May 19 by District Attorney Adam Panter with one felony count of driving a motor vehicle while under the...

Man pleads no contest in gun in jail case

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

A man who pulled a gun on a detention officer while being booked at the Lincoln County Jail in September 2024 has pleaded no contest to four counts, including attempt to kill.Before Judge Sarah Bridge, Jerry Lorenz, 52, on May 26, pleaded no contest to one felony count of attempt to kill, a felony...

Luther man charged with first degree burglary

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

A Luther man has been charged with burglary, according to court documents.District Attorney Adam Panter filed two charges against Tyler Don Brown, 34, of Luther, on May 20 -- one felony count of burglary in the first degree and one misdemeanor count of unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia, the...

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