Lincoln County News

Shirley Ann Quinn

Shirley Ann Quinn

Shirley Ann Quinn

News Staff
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
Shirley Ann Quinn was born November 23, 1947, to Ervin and Christine (Williams) McLain. She passed away July 26, 2024, in Oklahoma City at the age of 76.Shirley grew up in Chandler and attended Chandler High School.She was always full of joy, knew what to say and loved all of her family.
Local author releases new book

Local author releases new book

Local author releases new book

Emily Kalka Staff Writer
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
J. Don Wright, known as Jackie to his friends, has lived many different lives.For 23 years, he was in the Air Force and lived all over, including Alaska.

Dems to meet

News Staff
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
The next meeting of the Lincoln County Democratic Party will be Thursday, August 8, at the Chandler Public Library, 1021 Manvel Ave. The meeting starts at 7:00PM; doors open at 6:30. For more information call Tony Perna at 918-968-5033.
Mouse

Mouse

Mouse

Brian Blansett Staff Column
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
Kindra said her first thought was: “This must be a cartoon. It’s not really happening.”But, yes, it actually was happening.Our two cats, Bagheera and J.R. are 16 and 15 years old, respectively.J.R.
The end of a beginning

The end of a beginning

The end of a beginning

Jentezen Smith Staff Writer
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
280 hours later, it’s hard to believe it’s already over.It feels like last week when I walked into the Lincoln County News and my editor, Brian Blansett, welcomed me with a soft tone saying “come on in.
Tracey Bender-Bone (left) and husband Leroy Bone of The Singing Bones show off their 2024 Gold Cross Duo of the Year Award from the International Country Gospel Music Association. They were given the award earlier this month. While they’ve been nominated three times, this is their first time winning. Photo/Brian Blansett

Tracey Bender-Bone (left) and husband Leroy Bone of The Singing Bones show off their 2024 Gold Cross Duo of the Year Award from the International Country Gospel Music Association. They were given the award earlier this month. While they’ve been nominated three times, this is their first time winning. Photo/Brian Blansett

The Singing Bones win gospel music award

Emily Kalka Staff Writer
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
For Tracey Bender-Bone and Leroy Bone, singing was never about fame or money. It’s always been about ministry.“I’ve sang my whole life. Midlothian (music venue) was my family’s deal; we’ve always sung my entire life. I was called to ministry when I was pretty young.

Wellston attorney pleads no-contest

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
A Wellston attorney who was scheduled for a bench trial last week has entered no contest pleas to several felonies.Formal felony charges were filed in Lincoln County District Court on Dec. 6, 2022 against Debra Dawn Campbell, 59 at the time.
McClanahan inducted in Route 66 Hall of Fame

McClanahan inducted in Route 66 Hall of Fame

McClanahan inducted in Route 66 Hall of Fame

Emily Kalka Staff Writer
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
Chandler resident Jerry McClanahan was inducted into the Route 66 Hall of Fame in a ceremony on Saturday held at the Route 66 Museum in Clinton, according to the Route 66 Association.McClanahan was one of two inductees honored for their efforts to promote and preserve the famous road.
Chandler rodeo

Chandler rodeo

Chandler rodeo

News Staff
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
The action was constant at the Chandler rodeo over the weekend.Above, Davenport bronc rider Blake Chowning wraps his arm before the competition Friday night.Top right, Jeff McCleary from Meeker waits for the bareback riding Saturday night.
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