Charges in chase

Three felonies and a misdemeanor were filed recently against a Cushing man following a pursuit in Lincoln County that reached speeds of over 100 miles per hour. Lincoln County deputies arrested Tyler Zachary Zane Flint, 22, and booked him into the Lincoln County Jail in Chandler.

COVID cases continue climb

There’s been a double digit jump in new positive COVID-19 cases in Pottawatomie and Lincoln Counties since the last report, Oklahoma State Department of Health figures show. However, no new deaths have occurred in either county during that same period, according to the OSDH.

Assistance Available

Being a resident of a long-term care facility does not strip a citizen of their rights. Ombudsmen can advocate for residents and their families who feel their rights are not being respected. For more information, Lincoln County residents can call Denise Luzmoor at (405) 273- 6410, ext. 133.

Lincoln County

Marriage Licenses William John Elder II and Stacey Celeste Peelman, both of Chandler. Drew Spencer Vaughn and Carrie Elizabeth Theiss, both of Harrah. Cody Alan Mehan and Samantha Hope George, both of Luther. Christopher Craig Huggins and Mackenzie Crystal Nance, both of Carney.

Pottawatomie County

Marriages Darin Michael Rigney and Maria Marcela Ellebracht, both of Shawnee. Gerardo Jimenez, Shawnee and Mallory Ann Maloy, Oklahoma City. Matthew Cullen Chandler, Oklahoma City and Abigayle Marie Sheler, Moore. Daniel Glenn Hess and Lori Ann Hanks, both of Shawnee.

Scary looking rain cloud

This scene south of Chandler last week looked like the beginning of something bad, but, fortunately, it was just a shaft of rain frontlighted against an opening in the clouds. Photo/Brian Blansett

Building speed

The sound of engines filled the air as Ralph Snider’s jet dragster sent off billows of smoke and flame before launching itself down the track. Now vice mayor of McLoud who builds cars in his spare time, Ralph Snider’s love for fast cars goes back to his childhood.

Prague children’s parade

Children decorated their bikes, four wheelers and more in an effort to take first place at the Kid’s Parade in the park in Prague on July 4. Pictured above are Jaxsen Carter and Easton Lee. They are seen riding a festive cart together. In the bottom left, Kinley Lindsay is leading the way.

Commissioners declare disaster

Lincoln County commissioners have declared the county a disaster area due to the recent flooding from heavy rainfall. Some areas reportedly received up to 15-16 inches. They took the action during an emergency meeting on June 30.

Sip and Stroll along Silk Stocking Row

The Friends of Silk Stocking Row in Chandler held their 1st Annual Sip and Stroll 2-3 p.m., Sunday, July 4, on the lawns and sidewalks of 8th and 9th Streets between Steele and Price. The event was organized by Kim Huffman and Deanna Trippler.