Lincoln County News

Dale school board meets

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Dale Board of Education members have approved updating First United Bank signatures to current signatures for Will Jones, Erick Muncy and Tonya Landreth removing Charlie Dickinson, Ky Wilkins and Paula Ramsey.School Supt. Will Jones during his report advised board members that Middle School...

The recent graduates of Hope Builders’ first Journey Hope class celebrate with their instructors at their graduation ceremony on Monday. Photo/Emily Kalka

Community program teaches hope

Emily Kalka Staff Writer

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

In a room tucked away on the second floor of the Hope Builders Society office on Seventh Street, a group of people gathered, some helping themselves to fruit and snack trays along the side of the room, others seated and chatting.In the front row, three women sat next to each other, nervously...

Formal charges filed in Meeker shooting

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Formal felony charges have been filed against a landlord in Meeker who was shot and injured on New Year’s Eve morning after he pointed a handgun at a Lincoln County deputy who had responded to a call that morning.

Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma Chairman Jacob Keyes (far right) stands with Harrahs Oklahoma General Manager Joe Scibetta (left of the slot machine) and other members of the Iowa Tribe business committe pose with the first slot machine to be placed at the new Harrah’s Oklahoma Casino. The business is set to open this spring. Photo/Emily Kalka

Casino preview

Emily Kalka Staff Writer

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

The first slot machine was ceremoniously installed at the soon-to-open Harrah’s Oklahoma Casino just outside Chandler.A plaque was fixed to the machine before it was wheeled up a red carpet and taken inside the casino at the event led by Joe Scibetta, senior vice president and general manager at...

Beverly Naomi (Grammer) Ward

News Staff

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Beverly NaomiWard, age 76, of Davenport, Oklahoma, passed away peacefullyonDecember 17, 2025, at her home in Davenport, Oklahoma, surrounded by her loving family.

Girl on the go

Emily Kalka Staff Writer

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

If there’s one thing to be said about Prague senior Harley Johnson, it’s that she likes to be involved.Not only does she run track and cross-country, but she’s also the treasurer of her school’s National Honor Society chapter, in mock trial, captain of the cheer team, in FFA, the chapter president...

Holiday trip

News Staff

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

MIKE McCORMICK Staff column My wife Pat and I did something this year the day after Christmas that we’d never done before and I’m glad we did it.Along with our very close friends Gary and Charlotte Barnett, who really are much more like family than just friends, we took off and went down to our...

Town Talk

Diana Reed Correspondent

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

The Stroud Public Library is hosting its first Tiny Tots Story Time of the new year. “Things That Go!” is the theme and takes place today, January 7th at 10 a.m. at 301 West 7th Street. Please call 918-968-2567 to register to attend.

County Commission

News Staff

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

Lincoln County commissioners this week opened and discussed bids on two projects, then decided to table any action until their Jan. 20. meeting.The commissioners also reappointed Lee Doolen to remain as chairman of the board and Marlon Miller as vice chairman.Commissioners opened and discussed bids...

Chandler contestant Marley Miller at the International Finals Youth Rodeo. File photo/Brian Blansett

Looking back at 2025

Mike Mccormick And Emily Kalka Staff Writers

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

Here is the second part of our look back at 2025.- Associate District Judge Joseph Dobry asked lawyers to submit written arguments by July 2 to determine whether a preliminary injunction on the demolition of the St. Cloud buildings would be issued.

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