Not guilty pleas in trafficking

Two people from Stroud, charged with drug and contraband felonies following their arrest in June by law enforcement officers, have each pleaded innocent to the charges.

12 counts of child abuse

A Prague man is facing 12 counts of child sexual abuse following his arrest by area law enforcement authorities.Formal charges were filed in Lincoln County District against Riley Draper, 35. He made an initial appearance before Special Judge Emily Mueller who set his bond at $100,000.

Thanksgiving

Last week I wrote that my wife Pat and I were looking forward and really excited about Thanksgiving because our family was gathering and that included our daughter Meghan, her husband Terry and their son Liam, (our grandson).Well, Thanksgiving Day was as delightful as we had hoped.

Town Talk

It’s time for the annual Santa Paws Photo Event at Parks Brothers Funeral Service in Stroud. Take your furry friend to get their picture taken with Santa and get a free digital picture. The event takes place this Saturday, December 7th from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Letter to the editor

This letter is in reference to the editorial concerning State School Superintendent Ryan Walters which was published in the Lincoln County News on NovemberA driver on the Turner Turnpike arrested following the seizure of 85 pounds of marijuana and facing a felony drug charge is set to make a blind...

Girls wrestling:

Wrestling isn’t new in Oklahoma. It’s been around for ages, producing top wrestlers like Olympian Kendall Cross from Mustang and local Lincoln County legend Jerry Best, who is the only undefeated four-time state champion from Chandler High School.

Billy Gene Brooks

Billy Gene Brooks of Chandler passed away peacefully on Wednesday,November 20, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 86. He was born on March 1, 1938, in Lawton, Oklahoma, to Lawrence Reeves Brooks and Virgie Marie (Miller) Brooks.