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Clarita Fire Chief Frank Williams is proud to announce that his department recently became the owner of a brand new 2026 truck. Purchase of the truck became possible through an Oklahoma Forestry Services replacement grant.

FeloniesBrian Allen Fortenberry, Tupelo, OK – Possession of contraband (weapons/ explosives/drugs/ intoxicating beverages) in penal institution. (Coal County Sheriff) CivilMariner Finance vs Michael Linton – Breach of contract.Jefferson Capital Systems LLC vs Jasmine Stowe (2 cases listed).

OLD COALGATE NEWS 1994 Coalgate Wildcats Take Two The Coalgate Lady Cats and wildcats both were involved in basketball last week.The Lady Cat’s had a .500 week last week. They had to tangle with Tupelo and came up with a 53-36 loss to the Lady Tigers.

Prior to the roll call Mayor Mike Elkins opened the floor for Public Hearing: DOT BUILD Grant Application. He introduced Leslie Wilborn from Five Tool LLC Management. She gave a presentation concerning the application process for the BUILD Grant that is on its third round.

Three persons are facing criminal charges following the execution of a search warrant obtained by Sheriff Sgt. Markus Airington for narcotics at a Tupelo residence on January 2. The arrested parties include 58-year-old Don Thomas Lewis, Jr., Robbin Lemons Lewis, 55, and Hope Shea McCluney, 37.

Based on reports from 2021 to 2025, Hughes County, Oklahoma, has experienced a high concentration of medical marijuana cultivation, with significant enforcement activity surrounding illegal operations.

“Having children is like having a bowling alley installed in your brain.” Martin MullParenting can be perilous. It is not a job for the faint of heart. And whether your charges be canine or human, being a parent requires courage.The human side of the parenting model is more treacherous.

MisdemeanorsJason Lee Webb, Katy, TX – Possession of controlled dangerous substance; possession of drug paraphernalia. (Coal County Sheriff) Jacklynn Renee Freeman, Katy, TX – Possession of controlled dangerous substance; possession of drug paraphernalia.