Tri-County Herald

Summer feeding programs kick off in county

Emily Kalka Editor
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
The Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma is launching its annual summer feeding program in June, providing free meals and snacks to children, according to a press release from the food bank.The program will have six locations in Lincoln County this summer -- Carney Farmers Market, Chandler Public...

Hughey new principal at Parkview Elementary

News Staff
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
EMILY KALKA Editor TheStroudSchoolBoard approved the hiring of Bridget Hughey as principal of Parkview Elementary at a special meeting on May 21.It was one of several hiring decisions that included Alesa Francis, Katelyn Miller and Heather Neal as teachers at Parkview; and JenniferYoung as a...
Keely Shatto Meeker FFA

Keely Shatto Meeker FFA

Spotlight on the FFA

News Staff
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Office: No Office Class: Sophomore Family: Parents - Ann & John; Siblings - John & MackenzieSchool activities in addition to FFA: Student Council, SoftballWhat is the most important thing you’ve learned while in the FFA?The most important thing that I have learned in FFA is that FFA is more than...
Lincoln County man graduates in Class 38

Lincoln County man graduates in Class 38

Lincoln County man graduates in Class 38

News Staff
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Derek White of Lincoln County has graduated in Class 38, a part of Leadership Oklahoma, according to a press release from the organization.Leadership Oklahoma is a state organization dedicated to cultivating, connecting and inspiring leaders to shape a better Oklahoma.The class of 47 leaders...
Of Dogs & Children

Of Dogs & Children

Of Dogs & Children

Emily Kalka Editor
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
I am a dog lover and have three adorable rascals of pups. I’m also the first person in my friend group to say that having dogs is not the same as having kids.
Richard L. (Dick, Papou) Smith

Richard L. (Dick, Papou) Smith

Richard L. (Dick, Papou) Smith

News Staff
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Richard L. (Dick, Papou) Smith lived a life defined not by titles, accomplishments or years, though he gathered plenty, but by the steady and extraordinary way he loved everyone.Richard was born Aug. 6, 1936, in Oklahoma City to Pete andVera Smith.
Near-Death Experience

Near-Death Experience

Near-Death Experience

Andrew Frazier Staff Writer
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Freshman year of high school is when a lot of people start collecting firsts. First party. First drink. First real heartbreak.My first was a little different. It was the first, and only, time I almost died.Not almost died in the way people say when a car drifts a little too far into their lane.
The old 48 engine sits in a garage before starting its facelife at Francis Tuttle. Photo/Todd Beesley

The old 48 engine sits in a garage before starting its facelife at Francis Tuttle. Photo/Todd Beesley

Lighting a new spark in an old engine

Andrew Frazier Staff Writer
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
SincebecomingWellston fire chief in late 2021, Todd Beesley had thought about what could happen to “the old 48.”The 1948 fire engine had been out of service for decades.
A long line of cars stretches out nearly two miles in Tulsa on Saturday morning, full of classic car enthusiasts hoping to take part in the world-record-breaking Route 66 Captial Cruise. Photo/Jennifer Pryor

A long line of cars stretches out nearly two miles in Tulsa on Saturday morning, full of classic car enthusiasts hoping to take part in the world-record-breaking Route 66 Captial Cruise. Photo/Jennifer Pryor

Route 66 Cruise a letdown for Lincoln County locals

News Staff
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
EMILY KALKA Editor What was meant to be a fun day of classic cars and breaking world records, all in celebration of Route 66, turned out to be a nightmare of traffic and heat for a decent portion of participants.“It was a complete and utter failure of epic proportions,” said Chandler resident and...
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