Lincoln County News

Guilty verdict in murder trial

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
A Lincoln County jury has convicted a man from Sioux City, Iowa of first degree murder and three other felony counts in the death of a Carney area man.The jury deliberated just a little over an hour before returning verdicts against Clyde Dean Clayton, 42.

Pig Roast Nov. 2

News Staff
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
The Lincoln County 4-H is hosting a pig roast, auction and its fourth annual pie contest on Nov. 2 at the Agri-Civic Center.The meal starts at 6:30 p.m. with the auction kicking off at 7 p.m. All of the proceeds will benefit Lincoln County 4-H members and activities throughout the year.

Bench warrant for Sparks man returned

News Staff
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
A bench warrant issued for a Sparks man who failed to appear in court on a felony and a misdemeanor following his arrest has been returned and filed.Billy Ray Moore., 44, was formally charged in Lincoln County District Court with possessing firearms after conviction or during probation, a felony.
From left to right are Carlee Milehan, Janna Collins and Kelly Lee. The three women work at The Honey Pot, which recently won the bid for the Downtown Beautification Project launched by the City of Chandler. They will put up planters from City Hall down to 11th Street and maintain them throughout the year. Photo/Emily Kalka

From left to right are Carlee Milehan, Janna Collins and Kelly Lee. The three women work at The Honey Pot, which recently won the bid for the Downtown Beautification Project launched by the City of Chandler. They will put up planters from City Hall down to 11th Street and maintain them throughout the year. Photo/Emily Kalka

Honey Pot to sweeten Chandler

News Staff
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Emily Kalka Staff Writer Downtown Chandler is about to look a lot brighter. The City of Chandler launched a new beautification project, awarding the bid to a local business, The Honey Pot.
Grass fire erupts

Grass fire erupts

Grass fire erupts

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
A Cushing man facing felonies in two different cases filed against him this year has pleaded innocent during his arraignment in one of the cases.Formal felony charges were filed in Lincoln County District Court in January of this year against Eddie Gene Moore, 73.
Dulayna Murray

Dulayna Murray

TEACHER OF THE WEEK

News Staff
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Dulayna MurrayHometown: Shawnee College: ECU Degrees: Vocational Home Economics Years taught: 25 Years at Stroud: 3Currently teaching: Family and consumer sciences.
Grass fire on Highway 18

Grass fire on Highway 18

Grass fire on Highway 18

News Staff
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Area fire departments were busy again on Tuesday, including working a grass fire along Highway 18 north of the Deep Fork River. Photo/Jennifer Pryor
Regional cross country

Regional cross country

Regional cross country

News Staff
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Several area cross-country teams and runners qualified for state during the regional meets held on Saturday. Top, Jordyn Neeley from Stroud motors through the Class 2A regional, held at North Rock Creek. She finished ninth, with a time of 13:38.
Chandler 47, Central 6

Chandler 47, Central 6

Chandler 47, Central 6

News Staff
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Chandler rolled past Tulsa Central, 476, Friday night, setting up a showdown this week for second place in the district and a home-field advantage in the first round of the playoffs.The Lions and Sperry have matching 4-1 district records, and will meet Friday night at Sperry.
Sports week in photos

Sports week in photos

Sports week in photos

News Staff
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Above, Brody Robinson (10) goes airborne during the Davenport Bulldogs’ game with Waukomis Friday night. Photo/Rick Hester Right, Prague’s Hanna Rolette (4985) motors to the finish line at the Class 3A cross-country regional at North Rock Creek.
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