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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.
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Funeral services for Linda Ann (James) Bigbie, an Atoka, OK resident, were held Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Brown’s Funeral Chapel in Atoka with Rev. Claude Lovett officiating. Burial was in Rosehill Cemetery in Wapanucka, OK with Brown’s Funeral Service of Atoka in charge of arrangements.
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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.
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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.
Read moreOn October 28, 2024, the Coalgate City Council convened with members Mike Elkins, Tammy Lambert, and Halston Harris present. Joseph Ward and Bobbie Waller were absent.
Read moreA felony burglary case filed in April 2023 was dismissed on October 29, 2024, and refiled as misdemeanor breaking and entering with unlawful intent.
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Roy Douglas Bennett, 59, Stonewall, was arrested October 31 for trafficking in illegal drugs 2nd and subsequent.
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