Woman charged with exploiting elderly

A bench warrant has been issued for a Stroud woman for one felony count of the exploitation of an elderly person.District Attorney Adam Panter filed the charge on May 12 against Mary Samantha Vineyard, 42, of Stroud.

Harrah woman charged with DUI

A Harrah woman was charged with driving under the influence and obstructing an officer after a one-car collision, according to court documents.

4-H, FFA kids awarded over $30k

The Chandler 4-H and FFA Ag Booster Club awarded more than $31,000 in scholarships and livestock sponsorships to local youth members duringitsMayawards presentation.

Chandler Police Reports

The Chandler Police Department responded to the following: Sunday, March 22At around 10:53 a.m. Ofc. Wells responded to a residence on Marshall Dr. to meet with a man about his car getting broken into. The victim said that around 4:50 a.m.

Hooked on Lincoln County Lakes

Lincoln County residents looking to get outside this summer have several lake options nearby, each with its own perks. Some have added new features in recent years, while others offer familiar campsites, trails, playgrounds, fishing areas and boat ramps.

Vintage engine nearly ready to be unveiled

“They’re putting the pinstriping back on it, and they’re painting it on there,” Beesley said. “It’s not going to be like stickers.”The project also gives Francis Tuttle students hands-on experience with a vehicle unlike most of what they would normally work on.

Local libraries unearth reads in summer programs

With the temps getting higher and school officially out all over the county, local libraries have launched their summer reading programs. This year, a few have expanded, opening their programs up to readers of all ages.

May Wellness Report

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 May 2026 report.