Looking back

Staff Writer Here’s Part 1 of a look back at 2025 in Lincoln and Pott counties.January- A former Wellston substitute teacher, convicted of two counts of soliciting sexual conduct or communication with a minor by use of Technology, was sentenced to prison.Formal charges were filed in Lincoln County...

Leaving a legacy

If there’s one thing you could say about McLoud senior Launa Troutt, it’s that she doesn’t back down from a challenge.She’s a state champion wrestler in her weight class and helped her team become the 5A state champions last season, despite being one of the smallest teams in the division.It should...

Meeker Jackpot Swine show

Lincoln County Commissioners

Lincoln County commissioners in their most recent meeting adopted a resolution for erosion control and a driveway for the new OSU Extension office and approved a resolution for a refund request from the Lincoln County County Citizens Alliance.Commissioners also approved Section 33 Estates Plat in...

No bond in St. Cloud case

A supersedeas bond of $300,000 for the St. Cloud buildings was not posted by the deadline of Dec. 16, according to the Lincoln County Court Clerk’s Office, opening up the way for the City of Chandler to demolish the historic hotel buildings.The City of Chandler had no comment at this time; however,...

Former judge back in court

Former district judge Craig Key was booked at the Lincoln County Jail on Dec. 12 and appeared before Judge Emily Mueller on Dec. 19 for violating his probation terms, according to court records.On Friday, Judge Mueller tentatively set his next court date for March 12 and said that the case would be...

Plane crash at Stroud Airport

A small plane crashed at the Stroud Municipal Airport on Saturday, with minor injuries though the aircraft was totaled, according to first responders.Stroud Fire Chief Chris Wilson said they received a call a little before noon.The pilot of a Rockwell single-engine prop plane indicated he was...

Sentencing continued for man in child pornography case

The sentencing for a Chandler man facing five felonies related to alleged crimes dealing with child pornography and who pleaded innocent, then waived a speedy trial, has been continued.Three charges were originally filed in early September of 2024 in Lincoln County District Court against Jerrod...