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    Two people injured in ATV crash

    2 hours ago By News Staff
    Two people were injured after an ATV crash in Coal County Sunday afternoon. According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, Shelly Hatton, 63, Stonewall, was driving an ATV on County Road N3740 when a hog ran in front of the ATV.Troopers said she swerved, overcorrected, and the ATV rolled onto its side.

    Columns

    Do You Still Hear the Trumpets

    Do You Still Hear the Trumpets

    2 hours ago By News Staff
    A retired friend of mine fishes three or four times a week. He does it because he enjoys it and it is something to do. A retired school teacher friend played organized basketball until he was 85. He played in college and enjoyed the game his entire life.
    One Pharmacist’s View

    One Pharmacist’s View

    2 hours ago By News Staff
    They Made It Back To AlabamaThis old 1909 family picture shows the family of John Robert Bullard (my greatgrandfather) and his family standing in front of their home on Lookout Mountain. I found it interesting that their two “valuable” hunting dogs showed up too. My grandpa, J. T.

    Obituaries

    Michael LeonDeskin

    Michael LeonDeskin

    2 hours ago By News Staff
    Michael Leon Deskin, age 60, of Mt. Zion, Georgia, passed away on Friday, August 21, 2026. He was born on January 30, 1966, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Michael lived in Coalgate for some time and graduated from Coalgate High School.
    Emma Jean Nanney

    Emma Jean Nanney

    2 hours ago By News Staff
    Graveside services for Emma Jean Nanney, a Coalgate resident, will be held Sunday, August 30, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Riley Cemetery in Olney with Bro. Eddie Hogue officiating. Brown’s Funeral Service of Coalgate is in charge of arrangements.Mrs.