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June Wellness Report

News Staff
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Every month, Wellness Dep. Rod Baker from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office releases the Lincoln County Recovery Report to keep residents informed of ongoing activities and programs to help with mental health recovery efforts in the county. The following is the June 2026 report.
Fallis’ story is not finished

Fallis’ story is not finished

Fallis’ story is not finished

Andrew Frazier Staff Writer
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
The paved road northwest from Wellston winds through trees and over creeks before reaching Fallis, where aging houses and former railroad beds offer only hints of what the town once was.For a community of about two dozen people, the road is surprisingly smooth.
Colter Plunket from Meeker had a stylish ride in the first annual patriotic parade at the Meeker’s Independence Day celebration at Meeker Lake Friday. Not only was it tricked out in red, white and blue, it had a bubble machine in the back. Photo/Brian Blansett

Colter Plunket from Meeker had a stylish ride in the first annual patriotic parade at the Meeker’s Independence Day celebration at Meeker Lake Friday. Not only was it tricked out in red, white and blue, it had a bubble machine in the back. Photo/Brian Blansett

Let freedom ring!

News Staff
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
A group of children race down the field to the finish line during the sack races at Davenport’s Fourth of July celebrations. The town celebrated on Friday, July 3, at North Park. The evening included a number of games, hot dogs, free watermelon, a hot dog eating contest and ended with a firework display. Photo/Emily Kalka

A group of children race down the field to the finish line during the sack races at Davenport’s Fourth of July celebrations. The town celebrated on Friday, July 3, at North Park. The evening included a number of games, hot dogs, free watermelon, a hot dog eating contest and ended with a firework display. Photo/Emily Kalka

Davenport Fourth Celebration

News Staff
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Kids take turns going down the slip and slide put up by the Stroud Fire Department on Saturday during their Fourth of July celebration in Foster Park. Photo/Emily Kalka

Kids take turns going down the slip and slide put up by the Stroud Fire Department on Saturday during their Fourth of July celebration in Foster Park. Photo/Emily Kalka

Stroud, Chandler fireworks keep on despite thunderstorms

Emily Kalka Editor
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Despite a storm rolling through the area on Saturday evening, both Stroud and Chandler managed to get their firework displays off the ground, albeit a bit early.The City of Chandler canceled its grand opening of McClanahan Park, which was scheduled to take place from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Puppy mill owner gets reduced bond

Emily Kalka Editor
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
A man facing over 400 felony counts of cruelty to animals had his bond reduced, according to court documents.In a hearing at the Lincoln County Courthouse on June 30, a new bond of $5,000 was set for Jerry Hine, 84.
What will be part of the front lobby at the new Emergency Management building in Chandler. Photo/Emily Kalka

What will be part of the front lobby at the new Emergency Management building in Chandler. Photo/Emily Kalka

LC Emergency Management works hard to prep new home

News Staff
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
EMILY KALKA Editor Lincoln County Emergency Management is getting closer to moving into its new building.

Board takes no action on Meeker police chief, officer

News Staff
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
EMILY KALKA Editor The Meeker Town Board took no action at a special meeting on June 30 to discuss the possible action over Police Chief Trent Norton and Ofc. Kyle Crow.The meeting was called on June 25. The Board immediately went into executive session after opening the meeting at around 7:02 p.m.

Zephyrus to perform at OKANA

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Tulsa, Oklahoma — Zephyrus Drum & Bugle Corps, Oklahoma’s only Drum Corps International (DCI) ensemble, will bring its signature energy, precision, and artistry to Oklahoma City on Saturday, July 4, as part of the Independence Day festivities at OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark.
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