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McClain-Grady County Emergency Medical Services had 198 total calls for the month of May. Of those, 125 were billed, and 73 were nontransport.

Several legal notices in the Newcastle Pacer last week were published to request conditional use permits for the drilling of oil and gas wells in the city of Newcastle. These drilling sites could have an impact on local residents and the City Council and City staff have done a significant amount of work to not only protect local residents, but also to work effectively with the oil companies.

The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse recently honored Sen. Jessica Garvin with their 2023 Prevention Pioneer Award. The Duncan Republican, who serves the Newcastle area, was chosen for her outstanding commitment, dedication, and leadership in the area of mental health and substance abuse.

In March of last year, the Newcastle Pacer reported that the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority, in its Access Oklahoma program, has made the Outer Loop, East-West Connector its priority number one. At that time, they expected to move on it as quickly as possible.

Lunch is served for a $5 donation at the Newcastle Senior Citizen’s Center each week day. Meals consist of a drink, soup, salad bar, main meal and dessert.

A swearing-in ceremony was held recently for Nicholas Fite as a new officer with Newcastle Police Department. Doing the swearing-in duties is Municipal Judge Kyle Saunders. Police Chief Gary Norman said this brings NPD to a total of 23 officers.

The following persons have been charged by the State of Oklahoma with traffic or other violations or have filed other court actions in McClain County District Court between May 25-31, 2023.

The city’s Annual Newcastle Youth Fishing Derby 2023 starts with registration from 7-10 a.m. Saturday at Veterans Park Pond, 1300 Garrett Drive.

The Chickasaw Nation is soliciting comments from individuals regarding the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). Input is needed for development of the state plan of operation for the 2024 fiscal year. These comments must be received by Aug. 10, 2023.

McClain County Master Sewing volunteer can provide assistance