Lincoln County in disaster area

Lincoln County commissioners were informed during Monday’s meeting that the county has been included in a State of Emergency Declaration due to storms that struck the county early Sunday morning.Gov. Kevin Stitt declared the State of Emergency on Sunday for several Oklahoma counties.

Not guilty in OnCue shooting

A Lincoln County jury has found two Texas men not guilty of all charges related to a shooting at the On Cue in Stroud more than three years ago.

Before the rains, there were fires

Wildfires throughout Lincoln County last week scorched thousands of acres and several structures but no injuries have been reported.Charlotte Brown, Lincoln County Emergency Management director, noted, “In the last 10 days we’ve had 10 plus fires in Lincoln County.

Low-cost spay/neuter program

Most people living in Lincoln County have seen the posts on social media or the cardboard signs in the Walmart parking lot, usually next to a crate full of puppies.“Free puppies!”“Free to a good home!

Letters to veterans

We asked high school seniors from several organizations to write letters to veterans, exxpressing their thoughts and gratitude for their service.Wellston BPA Ava DavenportDear Veterans, I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your unwavering dedication and service to our country.

Veterans Day

Veterans Day is coming up next Monday, Nov. 11. The nation will honor all the brave men and women who have been, and those who still are, willing to serve their country.

Ex-sub found guilty

By Mike McCormick Staff Writer A Lincoln County jury has found a former Wellston substitute teacher guilty on two counts and not guilty on three and fixed punishment at three years on each of the guilty counts.

Town Talk

The sons of Vera Teters Quinn Bierd along with their families will be celebrating Vera’s 90th birthday on Saturday, November 16th at First Assembly of God Church in Stroud from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.

Letters to veterans

We asked high school seniors from several organizations to write letters to veterans, exxpressing their thoughts and gratitude for their service.Stroud Pom Erin SellersAs I sit down to write this letter, my heart and mind is filled by many stories I’ve heard about my great grandfathers and uncles.

Stone wins at nationals

Ethan Stone, Chandler FFA, won National Championship honors at the 97th National FFA Convention in Indianapolis. He was a member of the Oklahoma FFA team.Stone won the National Proficiency Award for Fruit and Nut Production.