Class of 1974 – 50 years. Diane Lee Huff, Don Lawrence, LeaAnn Steed Nelson, Nanette Stutte Bryant.
Class of 1974 – 50 years. Diane Lee Huff, Don Lawrence, LeaAnn Steed Nelson, Nanette Stutte Bryant.
Bruce Miles, Jerry Woods, Linda Davidson Woods.
Larry Davis, Karen Traylor Griffiths, Sammy Davis, Jerry Woods.
The effort to become a Purple Heart City began when Steve Byrd approached the City Manager with the idea of Coalgate becoming a Purple Heart City. Jackie Holt, City Manager pursued his request. On August 26,2024 members of the City Council were part of the Proclamation proclaiming the City Council and all the Citizens of Coalgate as a city that appreciates the sacrifices the Purple Heart recipients made in defending our freedoms and acknowledge those men and women for their courage by showing our support and honor.
The Rural Health Association of Oklahoma recognized Rick Chaney and Trent Bourland last week for their work in rural health. Chaney received the “Rural Health Lifetime Achievement” award and Bourland received the “Rural Health Advocate of the Year” award at the Awards Reception during the 2024 Oklahoma Rural Health Conference in Tulsa, Okla.
Kristy Franklin, 46, Coalgate, was charged November 13 with felony assault and battery on a police officer.
A contest inviting all employees of Coal county to enter a pumpkin decorating contest was held the week of Halloween. There were 15 pumpkins entered in the contest and were on exhibit in the lobby of the courthouse. Those voting on the pumpkins were invited to pay $1.00 for each vote. Money raised was given to the Methodist church for their Operation Christmas event. The contest brought some very interesting and creative entries. Thank you to all those that entered their pumpkin and to those who voted to help with this project. Thank you for your support.
Class of 1974 – 50 years. Diane Lee Huff, Don Lawrence, LeaAnn Steed Nelson, Nanette Stutte Bryant.
Bruce Miles, Jerry Woods, Linda Davidson Woods.
Larry Davis, Karen Traylor Griffiths, Sammy Davis, Jerry Woods.
Chay Homer Barnett is the son of Brandy and Shad Barnett and the grandson of Don Battles of Coalgate, Kathy Battles of Holdenville, and Paula Powell of Lehigh. He has three siblings: Chet, Chellye, and Chap Barnett, all of Coalgate. Chay is a member of the Wildcat football and track teams and was a state qualifier in 300-meter hurdles his sophomore year and qualified his junior year in the 4x2 800-meter relay, hurdles and pole vault. His hobbies include watching football with Tate and Tristin. His plans for the future are to become a conductor and start the Chay Train travel industrial boom in Coal County. Chay is escorted by his parents, Brandy and Shad Barnett.
The Coalgate Wildcats capped off their season with a thrilling victory over the Tishomingo Indians, defeating them 50-26. This final win allowed the Wildcats to finish their season at an even 5-5, showcasing their growth and potential as they look ahead to next year.
Dear Editor: Here we go again. Public officials need to be accountable and not self serving. Looks as if all they want to do is to feather their own nest at the expense of the taxpayers. Pretty sad when you see these things going on everyday. I’m guessing if one gets elected here they think it gives them the right to take advantage of the people.
