Lincoln County News

America 250

America 250

America 250

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
The Lincoln County News asked various community figures and its staff to reflect upon what they love most about the United States and what they hope to see in the future in celebration of the semiquincentennial. Here is what they had to say.We live in the best country in the world.
Wellston Pre-Fourth Bash

Wellston Pre-Fourth Bash

Wellston Pre-Fourth Bash

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
First Baptist Church in Wellston organized its annual pre-Fourth of July Celebration -- The Big Bang 66 -- on July 26, attracting many from all over the county. The festival included live music, games, inflatables and many food trucks. In the top left, people wait at a lemonade stand.

Former Air Force pararescueman reflects on service

Andrew Frazier Staff Writer
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
As he plummeted through the air toward the ocean below, Gary McGuire fought to fix a broken parachute. A routine training mission can go haywire in an instant for Air Force pararescuemen, and this was one of those moments.
Kendrick: A little town with a long memory

Kendrick: A little town with a long memory

Kendrick: A little town with a long memory

Andrew Frazier Staff Writer
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
On an unusually cool and cloudy summer morning, my car kicked up dust as small frogs darted from the gravel road leading to Kendrick.After reading the small amount of history I could find online about the town, I did not really know what to expect.
A large tree lays across the road on Saturday in Oak Park Cemetary. It was knocked down during a storm that hit around 11 p.m. Friday night. Photo/Emily Kalka

A large tree lays across the road on Saturday in Oak Park Cemetary. It was knocked down during a storm that hit around 11 p.m. Friday night. Photo/Emily Kalka

Chandler Storm Damage

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
LinkedIn, the fakest place on the internet

LinkedIn, the fakest place on the internet

LinkedIn, the fakest place on the internet

Andrew Frazier Staff Writer
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
I am thrilled to announce that I hate LinkedIn.One of the worst advancements in hiring has to be that godforsaken app. The worst part is that in some fields, especially journalism, it has become a basic requirement.

Meeker FFA introduces new chapter officers

Mattie Hurley Meeker Ffa Reporter
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
As the new school year approaches, the Meeker FFA Chapter is proud to introduce its 2026–2027 Chapter Officer Team. These students are committed to serving their fellow members, promoting agricultural education, and leading the chapter throughout the coming year.
Never underestimate Dad’s quest for catfish

Never underestimate Dad’s quest for catfish

Never underestimate Dad’s quest for catfish

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
What a lot of people may not know or remember about my family’s land is that way back in the day, my great-grandfather had a catfish hatchery. Every time we go to the old rock house, my dad will point out where they used to keep the minnows and baby catfish.

Man pleads no contest in gun in jail case

Emily Kalka Editor
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
A man who pulled a gun on a detention officer while being booked at the Lincoln County Jail in September 2024 has pleaded no contest to four counts, including attempt to kill.
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