Lincoln County News

Carolyn Ann (Geer) Becker

Carolyn Ann (Geer) Becker

Carolyn Ann (Geer) Becker

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Carolyn Ann (Geer) Becker of Wellston, OK, was born on January 31, 1938, in Chanute, KS, the oldest daughter of Frank and Wilma (Carter) Geer. Carolyn peacefully passed away at her home on July 21, 2026, at the age of 88. She was preceded in death by her parents and oldest son, Charles Lee Becker.
Walter “Ellis” Aldridge

Walter “Ellis” Aldridge

Walter “Ellis” Aldridge

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Walter “Ellis” Aldridge was born July 23, 1939, in Okay, Oklahoma, to L.L. and Georgie Glee (Austin) Aldridge.He passed away July 21, 2026, two days before his 87th birthday.Ellis grew up in Wagoner, Oklahoma, and married Doris (Marsellis) in Tulsa.
Shannon Sue Bottger

Shannon Sue Bottger

Shannon Sue Bottger

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
On July 16, 2026, the world got a little darker. Shannon Sue Bottger was a bright and giving light that burned out far too soon. She was born on August 12, 1965, in Iolo, Kansas, to Sandra Sue Archer.Shannon was a naturally loving person; she made all who met her feel welcomed and special.
Radar flexes his guard dog skills. All feed bags will be safe under his watch. Photo/Julia Wells

Radar flexes his guard dog skills. All feed bags will be safe under his watch. Photo/Julia Wells

Dog Days of Summer

News Staff
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Want to see your pup featured in the Lincoln County News? Send in a photo to news@lcnok.com by Monday, 5 p.m., and we’ll choose the top three photos to run in our Dog Days of Summer section. Don’t worry if you didn’t make it this week. Perhaps your pup will be featured next time.
Chandler Council approves 911 fees

Chandler Council approves 911 fees

Chandler Council approves 911 fees

Emily Kalka Editor
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
The Chandler City Council approved a dispatch fee agreement with the Lincoln County E911 Authority, opened a time capsule and held public hearings on dilapidated properties at its regular meeting on July 14.

Reduced meals offered to students

News Staff
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Lincoln County schools have set policy guidelines and prices for free or reduced-price meals for children served under the National School Lunch program, the School Breakfast Program and the After-School Snack Program.

Chandler School Board approves new hires

Emily Kalka Editor
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
The Chandler School Board made several decisions on personnel and adopted new or updated policies at its regular meeting on July 13 as the district gears up for the new school year.
Artist Nick Blanchard is interviewed for a video introducing new murals in Stroud as the town partook in the Route 66 Mural Festival on July 17. Photo/Emily Kalka

Artist Nick Blanchard is interviewed for a video introducing new murals in Stroud as the town partook in the Route 66 Mural Festival on July 17. Photo/Emily Kalka

Murals paint Stroud colorful

Emily Kalka Editor
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Colorful new art is now gracing the sides of businesses in Stroud, as the town took part in the Route 66 Mural Festival. Three new murals were showcased on July 17, alongside the artists that helped bring them to life.
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