Lincoln County News

Denise Ann Morelock

Denise Ann Morelock

Denise Ann Morelock

News Staff
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Denise Ann Morelock, beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Stroud, Oklahoma, on May 23, 2026, at the age of 66. She was born on February 22, 1960, in El Reno, Oklahoma, to Dale Gene Williams and Mildred Agnes Williams (Phillips).
Joe Wayne Flowers

Joe Wayne Flowers

Joe Wayne Flowers

News Staff
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Joe Wayne Flowers, 87, of Meeker, Oklahoma, left behind a life well lived and went home to be with his Lord and Savior on May 26, 2026. Born on July 11, 1938, in Meeker, Oklahoma, Joe was the son of William Henry “Willie” Flowers and Murle Elizabeth Flowers.
Mysti Dawn Pierce

Mysti Dawn Pierce

Mysti Dawn Pierce

News Staff
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Mysti Dawn Pierce was born March 5, 1966, at Stroud, Oklahoma, to Judy Hixon Bartel and Gary Cochran and passed away Sunday, May 24, 2026, at the age of 60.Mysti was a resident of the Watonga community for most of her life.
Ruthina Kay Hiemer

Ruthina Kay Hiemer

Ruthina Kay Hiemer

News Staff
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Ruthina Kay Hiemer of Agra, OK, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on July 13, 1941, to Frank and Ruth (Stevens) Reedy, Ruthina lived a life defined by her deep devotion to family and steadfast faith.
Nan Morehouse

Nan Morehouse

Nan Morehouse

News Staff
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Nan Morehouse, 91, passed away May 24, 2026, after a long illness. She was born on January 6, 1935, in Grand Prairie, Louisiana, the daughter of Francis and Elizabeth Reed. She marriedAlvus Earl Morehouse in November 1953, and the two had three children.
The team at Francis Tuttle works to finish renovating the old Wellston fire engine. Photo/Todd Beesley

The team at Francis Tuttle works to finish renovating the old Wellston fire engine. Photo/Todd Beesley

Vintage engine nearly ready to be unveiled

News Staff
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
“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.
The front entrance to the Chandler Public Library. Photo/Andrew Frazier

The front entrance to the Chandler Public Library. Photo/Andrew Frazier

Local libraries unearth reads in summer programs

Emily Kalka Editor
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
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

News Staff
Tuesday, June 2, 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 May 2026 report.
A line of hopeful participants inches its way down the road in Tulsa on Saturday toward the staging area at Expo Square for the Route 66 Capital Cruise. The event broke the Guinness Book of World Records for the longest classic car parade; however, it wasn’t without its share of logistical issues. Hundreds were left out of the parade after being stuck in a traffic jam and were unable to even enter the staging area. That didn’t stop the celebrations for the historic day.

A line of hopeful participants inches its way down the road in Tulsa on Saturday toward the staging area at Expo Square for the Route 66 Capital Cruise. The event broke the Guinness Book of World Records for the longest classic car parade; however, it wasn’t without its share of logistical issues. Hundreds were left out of the parade after being stuck in a traffic jam and were unable to even enter the staging area. That didn’t stop the celebrations for the historic day.

A line of hopeful participants inches its way down the road in Tulsa on Saturday toward the staging area at Expo Square for the Route 66 Capital Cruise

News Staff
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
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