Lincoln County News

Stroud man pleads in felony charges

AStroud man who is facing eight felonies following his arrest by officers and who has been bound over to stand trial has pleaded innocent.Formal charges were filed Sep. 24, 2024 in Lincoln County District Court against Acey Ambrose Murphy, 33.

2024 - Taking a look back

Here is a look back at the top stories in our area in 2024.This edition covers the first half of the year, and will pick up with xxxxxx next week.JanuaryDuring the first week of January, a Wellston man was sentenced to 150 years in state prison for crimes against minors.
Melissa Covington, a pharmacist at Hite’s Drug, prepares a prescription. Her sister, Megan Jones, also a pharmacist at Hite’s Drug, said they’ve seen roughly the same number of flu and COVID-19 shots this year. Photo/Emily Kalka

Melissa Covington, a pharmacist at Hite’s Drug, prepares a prescription. Her sister, Megan Jones, also a pharmacist at Hite’s Drug, said they’ve seen roughly the same number of flu and COVID-19 shots this year. Photo/Emily Kalka

The season of sickness

For some, it starts with a sore throat. For others, it’s a sniffle or a cough. Then come the aches and chills. Possibly a fever. Next thing you know, your nose is as red as Rudolf’s but without the fun of saving Christmas.That’s right. It’s flu season. Or, as the U.S.
The Chandler High School Pom Squad is the 3A Jazz State Champion for the third year in a row. The team competed at the OSDTDA State Championships on Dec. 13 and 14 in Tulsa at the Cox Communication Center. They also placed fourth in jazz overall, keeping company with 5A and 6A schools, according to Coach Holly Hilgenfeld. They also got runnerup in 3A Hip-hop. Photo Submitted/ Holly Hilgenfeld.

The Chandler High School Pom Squad is the 3A Jazz State Champion for the third year in a row. The team competed at the OSDTDA State Championships on Dec. 13 and 14 in Tulsa at the Cox Communication Center. They also placed fourth in jazz overall, keeping company with 5A and 6A schools, according to Coach Holly Hilgenfeld. They also got runnerup in 3A Hip-hop. Photo Submitted/ Holly Hilgenfeld.

State champions

Barbara Ann Foster

Barbara Ann Foster

Barbara Ann Foster

Barbara Ann Foster, a beloved matriarch, community leader, and storyteller, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2024. Born on February 6, 1944, in Chandler, Oklahoma, Barbara lived a life full of love, laughter, and purpose.
Nola Pearl (Rankin) Brooks

Nola Pearl (Rankin) Brooks

Nola Pearl (Rankin) Brooks

Nola Pearl (Rankin) Brooks was born March 1, 1929, in Grandfield, Oklahoma to John Rankin and Nola (Davenport) McConnell. She passed away on December 12,2024,inChandler at the age of 95.Preceding Pearl in death are her parents, husbands and four siblings.
Skyler Lane Reynolds

Skyler Lane Reynolds

Skyler Lane Reynolds

Skyler Lane Reynolds entered this world on May 26, 2000, in Shawnee, Oklahoma.He is survived by his loving father and mother.He departed from this earthly life on December 11, 2024. Skyler shared 24 years here on earth with his loved ones.
Harley Wayne Patterson Jr

Harley Wayne Patterson Jr

Harley Wayne Patterson Jr

HarleyWayne Patterson Jr of Depew, Oklahoma, passed away surrounded by family onThursday,December 12, 2024, at the age of 82. Wayne was born on Saturday, February 14, 1942, to Harley Patterson Sr. and Vista Earlen (Lane) Patterson in Grainola, Oklahoma.

Arrests in Stroud car break-ins

Two juveniles have been arrested in connection with a rash of car burglaries that occurred overnight last week and a number of the items stolen have been recovered, Stroud Police Chief Clint Gay- lord has confirmed.Gaylord reported, "The stolen rifle, a .

Status hearing set on felonies with children

A status conference has been set for a Prague man who is facing four felony charges with a child.Isaias M. Nunez, 32, was formally charged in Lincoln County District Court on Aug.