Shari Lynn Gilman

Shari Lynn Gilman passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025.Shari was born on Saturday, December 1, 1962, in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, to Charles and Bessie Mae (Powers) Cross.Shari was preceded in death by her parents, two granddaughters and her furry companions, Brutus and JR.

Frazier wins at Red Angus event

At this year’s Red Angus Jr. National Show, Meeker High senior Devyn Frazier made a statement in the show ring. Competing in the Red Angus division at the Red Angus Youth Expo, she claimed 6th Overall Senior Showman and earned the title of Division Champion.

Spotlight on the FFA

Office: No Office Class: Freshman Family: Parents, Alex & Melissa Newport; Siblings, Jett & ClaireSchool activities in addition to FFA: Baseball, Student Council, Freshman Class Vice President.What is the most important thing you’ve learned while in the FFA?

Suspended sentences for Stroud woman

A woman from Stroud, charged with drug and contraband felonies following her arrest in June of 2024 by law enforcement officers, has drawn suspended prison terms on those charges Katelynn Pamela Gordon, 27, was formally charged in Lincoln County District in June of this year with trafficking in...

Turnpike updates

The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) recently released updates on ongoing projects on turnpikes in the state, letting drivers know what to expect for the rest of the summer and into 2026. This includes two projects that are on-going in Lincoln County.

Gratitude

As readers look at this week’s column, the International Finals Youth Rodeo has only four performances remaining. The contestants compete Thursday morning beginning at 9 and in the evening starting at 7:30 p.m. and Friday morning again at 9.

10 years from now

At my age, ten years still feels like a long time, but not an unthinkable amount of time.It’s the sort of span that used to sound like science fiction, but now just sounds like a career plan. So here’s my dreams for what life in 10 years might look like.First off, I’d like to be 29.

Town Talk

Upcoming community activities happening over the next several days are Stroud Community Clothing Ministry Thursday July 10th 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on West Highway 66, Stroud City Council meeting Thursday July 10th 5:00 p.m.

Commissioners approve contract, award bid for fair board reroof

Lincoln County commissioners this week approved a contract with the 911 Trust Authority Board and they also awarded a bid for the Lincoln County Fair Board reroof.On the bid for the reroof, commissioners awarded that to Commercial Roof Solutions for $518,437.

Miller, Bendele win at nationals

Two talented young athletes, Marley Miller (14) and Ridley Bendele (14), from Chandler made their mark at the 2025 National Little Britches Rodeo Finals (NLBFR) held June 29 through July 5 at the Lazy E Arena in Guthrie.