The Odessa Record - Serving Lincoln County for more than a century!

It was an eventful year in east Lincoln County. Here’s a look back at the news that dominated the headlines in the second half of 2021. A recap of the news from the first half of 2021 was in last week’s issue.

July

Fireworks were discouraged for the Fourth of July weekend by authorities countywide amidst a heavy heat wave, high winds and drought.

Lincoln County dealt with its hottest temperatures on record. The hottest temperature was actually in June, where a temperature of 111 degrees Fahrenheit was reported on the 29th.

Lincoln County Auditor Shelly Johnston retired after 34 year...