Lincoln County News

Gloria June (Troyer) Mendenhall

Gloria June (Troyer) Mendenhall

Gloria June (Troyer) Mendenhall

Gloria June (Troyer) Mendenhall of Chandler, OK passed peacefully from this life into the loving arms of Jesus in the early morning of October 31, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on September 17, 1930, in Barnsdall, Oklahoma to Basil and Grace (Snyder) Troyer.
Chad Ray Mullendore

Chad Ray Mullendore

Chad Ray Mullendore

Chad Ray Mullendore was born August 29, 1984 to Darrell Mullendore and Brenda (Stewart). He passed away November 1, 2023 at his home in Wellston at the age of 39. Chad was preceded in death by his parents and grandfathers.

Stroud doctor honored

Dr. George Conrad Markert is to be honored by the Stroud Community Foundation and Avem Health Partners with the Heroes in Healthcare Award on Friday for his achievements during a healthcare career that spans six decades.

Arrests made in grow house robbery

Two men are sitting in the Lincoln County jail after they have been taken into custody and face multiple charges for an armed burglary of a marijuana grow that sparked a huge manhunt.
Letters to Veterans

Letters to Veterans

Letters to Veterans

For the last two years,we have asked area high school students to write open letters to veterans. This year, we asked seniors from the Chandler High School band, the Meeker Bulldogs, the Stroud Tigers and the Chandler Lions.

Hung jury in trial of Chandler man

The trial for a Chandler man on alleged crimes against a child has ended in a hung jury and will be retried in early 2024. A woman who was also charged in the case entered a blind plea earlier this year and is currently doing three lengthy prison sentences.

Warrant issued in ear-biting

A bench warrant issued for the arrest of a Norman man facing two charges has been returned and filed and he made his initial appearance on Nov. 2. David Ade, 57, was formally charged in Lincoln County District Court Oct.

Town Talk

Veteran’s Day is this Saturday, November 11th. Please help the American Legion Auxiliary say thank you to our veterans and active military. The Auxiliary is hosting an Andrew Sisters tribute show this Saturday night at the American Legion building.
Staff Column

Staff Column

Veterans Day salute

MIKE McCORMICK This Saturday, Nov. 11, is Veterans Day where we have the chance to remember and observe those who have served in the military and those currently in our Armed Forces. The calendar on my cell phone indicates Veterans Day is observed on Friday, Nov. 10.

Letter to the editor

On Friday, Nov. 3, 2023, at the Joe Telford football field in Chandler, as everyone in attendance stood for the playing of our National Anthem, it was with embarrasment and great disheartening to discover NO flag flying on the pole or anywhere on the field.