Tri-County Herald

Body found of man facing jury trial for rape charges

News Staff

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

EMILY KALKA Editor A man facing trial for four felony counts was found dead on Tuesday, with authorities believing that it was self-inflicted.Charles Douglas Lemaster was on trial for two counts of rape by instrumentation, one count of possession of child sexual abuse material and one count of...

Lavon Sue Toby

News Staff

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Lavon Sue Toby passed away on May 19, 2026. She was born on February 8, 1966.

Andrew Sokol, Jr.

News Staff

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Andrew Sokol, Jr. was born February 9, 1941, in Nemacolin, Pennsylvania, to Andrew Sr. and Elda (Fortney) Sokol. He passed away on May 15, 2026, in his home in Wellston at the age of 85.Andrew served his country proudly in the United States Army, playing bass horn in their band.

Ralph Leon Ratliff, Sr

News Staff

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Ralph Leon Ratliff, Sr was born October 8, 1943, in Carnegie, Oklahoma, to Orville and Thelma (Pierce) Ratliff.

CVEC hosts dinner, safety event for first responders

News Staff

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

SEMINOLE, OK — In recognition of National Electrical Safety Month, Canadian Valley Electric Cooperative (CVEC) recently hosted a Dinner & Electrical Dangers event for local first responders.

The American Legion Post #64 color guard stands at ease at Davenport Cemetery on Monday morning. Photo/Jennifer Pryor

Chandler Junior High releases honor roll lists

News Staff

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

ChandlerJuniorHighhas announced its honor roll lists for the Spring 2026 semester.7th Grade Superintendent’s “A” Honor Roll Kambyr Barrett Selena Crespo Blakelee Cryer Adeline Dawley Braylee Evans Cooper Gibson Karlie Kalka Lillian Massie Kinsley Miller Wyatt Miller Dimetre Richardson Lily...

State Question Analysis

News Staff

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

One question will appear on the June 16, 2026, Primary Election Ballot. It was placed on the ballot by gathering signatures from citizens.

Chandler High School band takes on Nashville

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

The Chandler High School band was invited to play at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville through its Music City Performance Program.The program is part of the Opry experience for visiting students, which allows them to experience performing at one of the most iconic and historic music establishments,...

Left is Jim Ross and right is Shellee Graham. The two display their book on Route 66 while wearing their Oklahoma Book Award medallions. Photo Provided by Shellee Graham.

Route 66 book wins 2 awards

News Staff

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Abook celebrating 100 years of Route 66 recently won two prestigous book awards, according to a press release from one of the authors.“Route 66:The First 100 Years,” by Jim Ross and Shellee Graham won the Gold Medal for Best Coffee Table Book from the Independent Book Publishers Association on May...

Pam Hunt presents the 60-Year Member award to Sandy Jones.

Beta Sigma Phi celebrates 95th Founder’s Day

News Staff

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Psi Master chapter of Beta Sigma Phi, Stroud, joined thousands of members throughout the world to celebrate the 95th anniversary of the founding of the organization on April 30, 1931. It was also the 47th anniversary of the chartering of the local chapter.

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