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New McLoud Police Chief Arlin Kocher introduced himself to the McLoud City Council at July's meeting. Photos by Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

New McLoud Police Chief Arlin Kocher introduced himself to the McLoud City Council at July's meeting. Photos by Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

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McLoud introduces new Police Chief

Julie Talton Julie@countywidenews.com
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
For the Police Department Update at the McLoud City Council Meeting, City Manager Cody Roe introduced the council to Arlin Kocher, the new Police Chief by saying, “He comes to us with some excellent experience. He hit the ground running.

County Superintendents discuss benefits of the Education Sales tax

Citizens of Pottawatomie County will have the opportunity to make the half-cent Education Sales Tax permanent on April 1, 2025. The Countywide & Sun has begun visits with the 14 school district superintendents in the county to hear why this tax is beneficial for the schools and the students.

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McLoud Graduate Audrey Easter celebrates getting her diploma at graduation on May 18. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

McLoud Graduate Audrey Easter celebrates getting her diploma at graduation on May 18. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Graduation Keepsake: McLoud High School

News Staff
Thursday, July 25, 2024
McLoud Graduates 13 Valedictorians and One SalutatorianAlan Amberson, SalutatorianAlan Amberson, son of Cindy and Derek Amberson, is the 2024 McLoud High School.He has earned the Presidential Scholarship and the Herman Meinder’s Scholarship.
Brayden Dowdle of McLoud competes in the second round of bull riding at the IFYR on July 12. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Brayden Dowdle of McLoud competes in the second round of bull riding at the IFYR on July 12. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

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Two McLoud Bull Riders Compete In The IFYR

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, July 20, 2023
Bull riding is probably the most dangerous event at the International Finals Youth Rodeo. So, in most years, the bull riders are few and from other states. But, this year, there were two brave teens from McLoud who entered. Ryker Butler received an 84 in his second round and an 83.
Tecumseh High School held its Wrestling Homecoming on Jan. 10, and crowned wrestling manager Josie Hilton Homecoming Queen. Shown, from left, are senior Jaycee Barham, freshman Carter Hadsall, senior Hilton, senior Hunter Hadsall, senior wrestler Makayla Partain, and senior Jace Frazier. Photo provided by Kenetta Lisenbee.

Tecumseh High School held its Wrestling Homecoming on Jan. 10, and crowned wrestling manager Josie Hilton Homecoming Queen. Shown, from left, are senior Jaycee Barham, freshman Carter Hadsall, senior Hilton, senior Hunter Hadsall, senior wrestler Makayla Partain, and senior Jace Frazier. Photo provided by Kenetta Lisenbee.

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Tecumseh Wrestlers Bring Home More Hardware

Danny Chambers
Thursday, January 19, 2023
The Savages and Lady Savages continue to grow and improve over the season and bring home hardware. The Savages went to compete in the Western Conference last Friday and Saturday and came back with an eighth place team finish with four individuals placing. JD Sigman claimed first at 144 pounds.
North Rock Creek students Braden Hibler and Callie Haney, second and third from left, compete in the NASP Tournament, held at NRC Jan. 13-14. Countywide & Sun/ Natasha Dunagan

North Rock Creek students Braden Hibler and Callie Haney, second and third from left, compete in the NASP Tournament, held at NRC Jan. 13-14. Countywide & Sun/ Natasha Dunagan

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McLoud Archery Wins Tournament, NRC Takes Runner Up

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, January 19, 2023
Picture 48 students - ranging from fifth-graders to seniors - lined up about one foot apart in a gymnasium. They’re all looking over their shoulders in the same direction, and they all have weapons. But no one gets hurt.
The McLoud Redskins pose with their coaches after a harrowing final game against Prague, which brought them up to one point in the lead in the last minute, only to lose by one point, 63-64, when the Red Devils scored in the last seconds. During Bethel’s First United Basketball Classic, held at FireLake Arena, Dec. 8-10, McLoud beat Byng, 66-61, and Perkins-Tryon, in overtime, 60-59, before becoming the runners-up for the boys. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

The McLoud Redskins pose with their coaches after a harrowing final game against Prague, which brought them up to one point in the lead in the last minute, only to lose by one point, 63-64, when the Red Devils scored in the last seconds. During Bethel’s First United Basketball Classic, held at FireLake Arena, Dec. 8-10, McLoud beat Byng, 66-61, and Perkins-Tryon, in overtime, 60-59, before becoming the runners-up for the boys. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

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Caught In Action

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, December 15, 2022
The McLoud Redskins pose with their coaches after a harrowing final game against Prague, which brought them up to one point in the lead in the last minute, only to lose by one point, 63-64, when the Red Devils scored in the last seconds.
McLoud's Redskin Regiment Band performs in the Blackberry Festival parade on July 9. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

McLoud's Redskin Regiment Band performs in the Blackberry Festival parade on July 9. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Thousands Attend McLoud’s Blackberry Festival

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, July 14, 2022
A rough estimate of 20,000 to 30,000 people attended the McLoud Blackberry Festival on July 8-9, according to McLoud Chamber of Commerce Office Manager Melanie Krause.