Chosen House, changed lives

In 2015, Alexandrea Ward was struggling with addiction. She had been through so much mental and emotional abuse in her life that she thought she would never be anything or have anything. And then she was ordered to go to The Chosen House through drug court.

Rotary students of the month named

Carson Jackson and Skylenn Yaunt have been selected as Rotarians of the Month for September. Carson Jackson is the daughter of Josh and Jen Jackson. After Carson graduates, she plans to continue her academic and athletic pursuits at the collegiate level and major in business management.

Lincoln County Commission

Lincoln County commissioners during a brief, special meeting this week adopted a Use Tax resolution for E-911 payroll. It was explained the total amount is $50,000 to be paid at around $4,100 monthly. County Clerk Alicia Wagnon said the invoice wouldn’t be paid until the last meeting of the month.

Lincoln County Commissioners minutes

August 21, 2023 Lee Doolen called the meeting to order at 9:02 a.m. Commissioners Miller and Fine were also present. Will Fine led prayer, Doolen led Flag Salute. Miller made a motion to approve minutes from the August 7th & August 10, 2023, Meeting. Motion seconded by Fine.

Storm causes damage near Wellston

Last week’s heavy thunderstorms reportedly caused major damage in some portions of Lincoln County and left some areas without power.

Public Records

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Initial appearance in manslaughter

A Harrah man faces a manslaughter charge or in the alternative negligent homicide after his fouryear- old son reportedly jumped from his pickup truck and was run over by the vehicle has made his initial appearance.

Preliminary hearing in cruelty case

Pre-Preliminary hearings have been scheduled for two women from Wellston who were arrested as the result of an animal neglect investigation that began in March of this year and are facing 49 charges of animal cruelty.

Hearing set for Wellston man

A preliminary hearing has been set for a Wellston man 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.