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Never Rob a Train in Oklahoma
I first heard this story years ago, told over a campfire and warm bowl of chili in the cold California desert, among the young men of my son’s Boy Scout troop. I have never forgotten it. The tale is true – I did my research. Settle in for a good read.
November 3 General Election Information
The deadline to request absentee ballots by mail for the November 3 General Election is approaching.
Coal County Court Records
FeloniesCarol Lynn Mansell, Atoka, OK – Trafficking amphetamine or methamphetamine 20 grams or more, after former conviction of a felony (felony); possession of controlled dangerous substance-marijuana (misdemeanor); possession of drug paraphernalia.CivilBruce D. Miller vs Nicholas Billy, et al –...
Coalgate Native Ryan Graham Confirmed as Mack Alford Warden
Congratulations to Coalgate native Ryan Graham on his confirmation as warden of Mack Alford Correctional Center and Kyla Canchola on her confirmation as warden of Enid Community Corrections Center, Union City Community Corrections Center and Clara Waters Community Corrections Center!The Oklahoma...
Atoka woman faces third drug arrest
Carol Lynn Mansell, 44, Atoka, is facing her third drug case in Coal County.In addition to two drug trafficking cases (the first one filed in February 2025), she was charged with misdemeanor possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia in 2023.On February 17, 2026, she made a plea deal on...
From the Right
Oklahoma politics have always been a bit roughand- tumble! I remember George Nigh and his broom, calling for all entrenched incumbents to be “swept out!” But it seems to me that, lately, we’ve all lost our filters and our anchors.We’ve just come through a very hotly contested run-off season.
Coalgate Police Department Traffic Citations
9-28-26 thru 10-4-26Amber Nicole Wright, Coalgate, OK - No insurance.Courtney Marie Nicole Rutherford, Enid, OK – No insurance verification in possession.Rebekah Leeann Wylie, Hubbard, TX – Failure to maintain children in car seat; taxes due to state.Kaitlyn Grace Riddle, Elmore City, OK –...
Trump Endorses Cindy Byrd for State Treasurer
Trump backs Cindy Byrd, Oklahoma’s current state auditor, for state treasurer, citing her record of service and calling her a “true MAGA Warrior.”WASHINGTON D.C. — Donald J. Trump endorsed Oklahoma State Auditor Cindy Byrd for state treasurer, calling her a “true MAGA Warrior” and giving her his...