Lincoln County News

Democrats to meet

The next scheduled meeting of the Lincoln county Democratic Party will be Thursday, March 9 at Destinations Restaurant in Chandler. The meeting starts at 7 p.m., and with dinner at 6 p.m. Please call Tony Perna at (918) 374-2651 for more information.

McLoud couple arrested in 2021 case

The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation has arrested a McLoud couple in connection with the murder of a reported missing man who staying in their home.

Commissioners approve confidential settlement

Lincoln County commissioners this week voted to approve certification and a confidential settlement distribution statement for the Janssen Opioid Settlement. County Clerk Alicia Wagnon said the county’s portion was more than $36,000. She advised commissioners that no resolution was ready yet.

Chandler appoints school board member

Chandler’s Board of Education this week voted to appoint a new member to the board, modified the contract of School Supt. Scott Baade and approved the re-employment of three of its principals. Board members also accepted the resignations of two teachers and a principal.

Arrest made in woman’s death

Special Agents from the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) have arrested a Norman man in connection with the murder of Charissia Dawn Bell of Wellston. Bell’s remains were discovered at Lake Thunderbird on Monday, Feb. 13, 2023.

Five felonies in shooting case

A Lincoln County man is facing five felony charges after reportedly shooting at his parents and leading law enforcement officers on a high speed pursuit before being caught and arrested.

Warrant issued in fatal collision

A $20,000 bench warrant has been issued for the arrest of a young Prague man charged with first degree manslaughter as the result of a fatal traffic collision. A formal charge was filed March 2 this year in Lincoln County District Court against Joseph Resin Linnhuber.
This year’s recipients of the Gordon Richards, Sr. Achievement Award sponsored by the Clinic Pharmacy shown at the Pott County livestock show premium show. Area recipients are Madison Bickel, McLoud, third from left; Berklee Gossen, North Rock Creek, fifth from left; and Morley Griffith, Dale, second from the right. Also shown are Gordon Richards, Jr., left, who helps sponsor the award and Jamie Barrick, right, of The Clinic Pharmacy. In the rear are Randy and Suzanne Gilbert. Photo/Amy Hasbell

This year’s recipients of the Gordon Richards, Sr. Achievement Award sponsored by the Clinic Pharmacy shown at the Pott County livestock show premium show. Area recipients are Madison Bickel, McLoud, third from left; Berklee Gossen, North Rock Creek, fifth from left; and Morley Griffith, Dale, second from the right. Also shown are Gordon Richards, Jr., left, who helps sponsor the award and Jamie Barrick, right, of The Clinic Pharmacy. In the rear are Randy and Suzanne Gilbert. Photo/Amy Hasbell

Gordon Richards Scholarship winners

Eight young women and men are this year’s recipients of the Gordon Richards, Sr. Achievement Award sponsored by the Clinic Pharmacy. Tim and Jamie Barrick are owners of the pharmacy.
Lincoln County demonstrations

Lincoln County demonstrations

Lincoln County demonstrations

On Thursday, February 16th, Lincoln County 4-H’ers met in Agra to compete in the County Demonstration Contest. The 4-H Demonstration Contest is designed to allow 4-H members to practice and develop their public speaking skills. Members are judged on presentation, effectiveness and preparation.

Public records

R ecords Lincoln County Marriage Licenses Jaren Dake Green and Jensen Janell Anderson, both of Chandler Wadie Wilkins Wallace and Beverly June Gustafson, both of Prague Caitlyn Denise Agatha Franklin and Candice Wade Bedford, both of McLoud Civil Suits Truity Federal Credit Union vs Tim...