Lincoln County News

Fatality in Sparks

News Staff

Wednesday, April 14, 2021

An occupational accident on a construction site at a church in Sparks has claimed the life of a Stillwater man, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Capt. Chuck Brewer confirmed. Brewer identified the victim as Jose Escobedo, 21.

Abuse charges filed against Stroud pair

News Staff

Wednesday, April 14, 2021

A Stroud couple has been charged with abuse and enabling abuse of three children, but the woman reportedly was a victim of domestic violence herself. Vernon James Reinhardt, Jr.

Hyden serves as page

News Staff

Wednesday, April 14, 2021

Prague High School senior Graceyn Hyden has completed a week of service as a page for Sen. Zack Taylor, R-Seminole. Hyden served during the ninth week of session from March 29-April 1. Hyden is a member of FFA, Business Professionals of America, and the National Honor Society.

Chandler accepts resignations, hires new teacher and driver

News Staff

Wednesday, April 14, 2021

The Chandler Board of Education accepted the resignation of three people and hired a new teacher and a bus driver during its meeting this week. A bid was approved for the East Side Elementary School parking lot and a bid also was approved for the lease of 10 school buses.

Respite vouchers available

News Staff

Wednesday, April 14, 2021

Debra Case, Caregiver Coordinator for the Caregiver Program, advises that help is available for those who are providing care for someone.

Kline takes reserve at OYE

News Staff

Wednesday, April 14, 2021

North Rock Creek FFA member Cooper Kline showed the reserve champion Chester White gilt at the Oklahoma Youth Expo.

Ashley Barbosa from McLoud Junior High, above, and McLoud Early Childhood Center teachers Doris Perry, Sally Thomason, Principal, LaRhonda Hall were some of the recipients of McLoud Educational Foundation grants. Photos provided

McLoud educational grants

News Staff

Wednesday, April 14, 2021

The McLoud School Foundation presented thirteen teachers at McLoud Public School teacher grant checks for a total of $11,312.54 on Monday, March 29, 2021. Teachers receiving the grants at the Early Childhood Center were Doris Perry & LaRhonda Hall.

Auld wins heptathlon

News Staff

Wednesday, April 14, 2021

North Rock Creek junior Kylie Auld won first place in the first annual NRC Heptathlon competition, held during the NRC Invitational Track Meet last Friday.

Wellston man faces charges

News Staff

Wednesday, April 14, 2021

A Wellston man faces a felony and a misdemeanor following his arrest in March by Lincoln County deputies. Lucas James Goss, 21, was formally charged on April 5 in Lincoln County District Court with assault, battery or assault and battery with a dangerous weapon.

Ribbon-cutting at Plank Auto Supply

News Staff

Wednesday, April 14, 2021

Plank Auto Supply in Chandler held a ribbon-cutting last week to mark its change in ownership. Pictured are representatives of the Chandler Area Chamber of Commerce and business employees.

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