Stroud American

Joan Hicks Martin

News Staff

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Joan Harriett Hicks was the fourth of ten children born to Cora MaeAmrine and Robert Clingdon Hicks of Tryon, OK. She was born on June 12, 1934, and passed away on June 22, 2026, achieving the age of 92.She married Jimmie Martin on Sept. 1, 1951, while he was serving his country in the Army.

Max McGee

News Staff

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Max McGee was born in Bristow, Oklahoma on June 25, 1934 to the late O.D. McGee and Grace (Stone) McGee.He passed from this life at his residence on June 24, 2026 at the age of 91years, 11 months, and 30 days. Max was raised and educated in Davenport and was a graduate of Davenport High School.

Zephyrus to perform at OKANA

News Staff

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Tulsa, Oklahoma — Zephyrus Drum & Bugle Corps, Oklahoma’s only Drum Corps International (DCI) ensemble, will bring its signature energy, precision, and artistry to Oklahoma City on Saturday, July 4, as part of the Independence Day festivities at OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark.

Davenport School Board meeting

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

The Davenport School Board held a regular meeting on June 8, taking care of several items.The Board approved authorization to pay the FY27 Allocation for Statewide Alternative Education Academy Program Funds to the Local Education for the Cooperative.

Pippin enjoys a summer afternoon with the boys at Tilghman Park. Photo/Emily Kalka

Dog Days of Summer

News Staff

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Want to see your pup featured in the Lincoln County News? Send in a photo to news@lcnok.com by Friday, 5 p.m., and we’ll choose the top three photos to run in our Dog Days of Summer section.Local Lab Raz launches an immediate probe into why the treat is not yet in his mouth. Photo/Crystal Simpson

Carney Board hires interim police chief

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

The Town of Carney Board of Trustees hired an interim police chief at a special meeting on June 3.According to the minutes of the meeting, the trustees accepted the resignation of Chief John Cobb effective June 9, allowing him to switch to part-time at $20/ hr.

Last week, we asked you to enter captions for our photo of Rocky the Raccon and Max the German Sherpard. Here are our staff favorites, and of course, our first-place winner, who will receive a free annual subscription to The Lincoln County News. First Place: “When you try to scare your friend, but their scream scares you!” - Sarah Wright

Photo Caption Contest

News Staff

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Other Favorites: Everybody was Kung Foo Fighting! - Jessica Holland “I thought you said there was nothing sour in that trash!” - Linda Young

A view of the mess hall at the Chandler Baseball Camp from Oak Park Cemetery. The building was damaged in Friday night’s storms that swept through Lincoln County. Several trees were knocked down and the roof of the nearby residence was also damaged. Photo/Emily Kalka

Agra School Board approves class capacity for transfer

Emily Kalka Editor

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

The Agra School Board met on June 8 and approved a number of routine items.

Meeker Rodeo Parade

News Staff

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

In the top photo, riders carry the American and Oklahoma flags through downtown during the Meeker Rodeo Parade. Top left: An ATV decorated in red, white, and blue rolls down the parade route in Meeker. Top Right: A rider carries the American flag through downtown Meeker during the rodeo parade.

Ronald Gene Kee

News Staff

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Ronald Gene Kee, 81, of Stroud Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2026, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.Ron was born on December 3, 1944, in Lehigh, Oklahoma, to Joseph William Kee and Mary Virgie (Gray) Kee.

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