Stroud American

Commissioners

News Staff
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
The Lincoln County Commissioners approved applying for the Comprehensive Opiod, Stimulant and Substance Use Program (COSSUP) grant in their regular meeting on Feb. 2.
After months of work, renovations, and a little help from the community, the Skyliner Motel in Stroud is officially open for business. The owners -- Melissa and Charles Palmer and Cody and Terra Paige -- held a grand opening on Feb. 1, showcasing two of the new rooms. There is still a bit more to be done, according to Charles, but they are gearing up for the Route 66 Centennial Celebration this year. Photo/Emily Kalka

After months of work, renovations, and a little help from the community, the Skyliner Motel in Stroud is officially open for business. The owners -- Melissa and Charles Palmer and Cody and Terra Paige -- held a grand opening on Feb. 1, showcasing two of the new rooms. There is still a bit more to be done, according to Charles, but they are gearing up for the Route 66 Centennial Celebration this year. Photo/Emily Kalka

Grand opening

News Staff
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Bethany Descher

Bethany Descher

St. Cloud demolition begins

Emily Kalka Staff Writer
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Work on the demolition of 1214 and 1216 Manvel - known as the St. Cloud buildings - has officially begun as of Feb. 2.

Competency evaluation ordered

Emily Kalka Staff Writer
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
A Stroud man who owned an alleged puppy mill will undergo a competency evaluation, putting his criminal case on hold.District Judge Sarah Bridge ordered on Jan. 30 that Jerry Hine, charged with 408 felony counts of animal cruelty, undergo the evaluation.
James Calvin Moser

James Calvin Moser

James Calvin Moser

News Staff
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
UnitedStatesNavyChief James Calvin Moser, age 75, passed away on January 22, 2026, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was born on February 7, 1950, inYuma, Colorado, to Cleo Noel and Mildred Mae (Newland) Moser.
Larry Wayne Durr

Larry Wayne Durr

Larry Wayne Durr

News Staff
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Larry Wayne Durr, age 70, passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at his home in Wellston, Oklahoma.LarrywasbornonFebruary 3, 1955, in Cincinnati, Ohio, the son of Theodore and Virginia Faye (Holden) Russ. He grew up in Cincinnati, where he graduated from high school.
Gene Tom Curry

Gene Tom Curry

Gene Tom Curry

News Staff
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Gene Tom Curry passed away on January 21, 2026, at the age of 78 in Stillwater, Oklahoma.He was born on October 24, 1947, to Clarence Conrad “Mex” Curry and Alice Lemieux Curry in Oklahoma City.

Town Talk

Diana Reed Correspondent
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Congratulations to Charles Palmer and Cody Paige and their families on the grand re-opening of Stroud’s historic landmark, Skyliner Motel. Sunday was an exciting day for our community as we celebrated their accomplishment. The Skyliner was built and owned by Jack and Lorene Tarter.
Pictured above is Meeker’s basketball homecoming court. Seated, from left, are senior candidates Layla Carter, Kara Casteel, Meadow Spencer, Anna Standlee and Rylee Standlee. Standing, from left, are sophomore escort Brynlee Gatz, freshman escort Hazel Wahpepah and junior escort Raygin Thomas. Homecoming will be Jan. 30th prior to the basketball games with Okemah. Photo/Brian Blansett

Pictured above is Meeker’s basketball homecoming court. Seated, from left, are senior candidates Layla Carter, Kara Casteel, Meadow Spencer, Anna Standlee and Rylee Standlee. Standing, from left, are sophomore escort Brynlee Gatz, freshman escort Hazel Wahpepah and junior escort Raygin Thomas. Homecoming will be Jan. 30th prior to the basketball games with Okemah. Photo/Brian Blansett

Meeker Homecoming

News Staff
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
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