Lincoln County News

Dating is awkward... sometimes

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Something that my friends have known about me for a very long time is that I can be a bit… clueless. Sometimes. Namely, when it comes to dating.I think a story that best exemplifies this is my first dating experience in South Korea.

Members of Seminole State College’s Physical Therapist Assistant

News Staff

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Deatherage gets life

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

A man charged with multiple counts of aggravated possession of child sexual abuse materials and crimes against nature, among other charges, was sentenced to two life sentences, plus 20 and more on July 10.Jered Deatherage, 27, pleaded guilty to nine charges on April 28.

Skush McClellan from Perkins dances Saturday night at the 61st Sac and Fox Pow-Wow, which was held Thursday through Sunday at Jim Thorpe Memorial Park south of Stroud. For more photos of the annual gathering, please see Page 4A. Photo/ Brian Blansett

Skush McClellan

News Staff

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Family back in court for pre-preliminary hearing

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Seven adults charged with child neglect appeared in court on July 9 for prepreliminary hearings and were ordered to appear again on July 30 with representation.Alicia Mitchum, Joyce Mitchum, Juanita Mitchum, Ray Mitchum Sr., Ray Mitchum Jr.

David Timmons (front center) performs a dramatic monologue during rehearsal of “Drop Dead!” on July 10 along with Chevy Carter (right) and DaNae Peters (left). The production is one of three that will be performed during the Stroud Arts Festival this year. Photo/Emily Kalka

Stroud brings back theatre festival for third year

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Whether it’s a mad caper murder mystery, adorable children or a pop musical filled with martial arts, the 2026 Stroud Arts Festival has a little something for everyone.In its third iteration, the festival is back and only growing. This year, it features four events -- “Drop Dead!

Jerry Keith Whatley

News Staff

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

The family of Jerry Keith Whatleyis deeply saddened to announce his passing on July 10, 2026, at the age of 71, after his battle against cancer. Born on December 28, 1954, in Eufaula, he was the beloved child of Jery J. and Lila Lillian Whatley.

Cattle dog Colt takes a leap of faith in a dock-diving event. Photo/Tiffany Gentry

Dog Days of Summer

News Staff

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Want to see your pup featured in the Lincoln County News? Send in a photo to news@lcnok.com by Monday, 5 p.m., and we’ll choose the top three photos to run in our Dog Days of Summer section. Don’t worry if you didn’t make it this week. Perhaps your pup will be featured next time.

The theatre troupe from Chandler High School poses at the International Thespian Festival in Indiana. The troupe attended the week-long festival almost two weeks ago. Photo/Inda Jo Conway

Theatre troupe lights up stage at int’l festival

Emily Kalka Editor

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

The theatre troupe from Chandler High School got their week at the International Thespian Festival in Indiana started off with a bang -- almost literally.As the opening ceremony was about to begin, thousands of students and teachers were ushered into storm shelters.

County Commissioners approve Ride Share contract

Emily Kalka Editor

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

The Lincoln County Commissioners approved a contract with Ride Share for a substance abuse pilot program at their regular meeting on July 6.They approved a rate of $45 for pickup and the first 30 miles, along with a per-mile rate and a gas rate, to be paid from the opioid settlement fund.

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