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Lonnie Burns, described as a dedicated community servant, has declared his intent to run for Oklahoma’s House District 20.

The January report from the Oklahoma Tax Commission was recently sent out and reflects returns of tax dollars sent back to area municipalities for purchases made in December.

Friday, February 9, 2024 is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the March 5th Presidential Preferential Primary election, McClain County Election Board Secretary Karen Haley said.

McClain-Grady County Emergency Medical Services made 230 total calls in the month of December 2023. Of those, 137 were billed calls and 93 were non-transport.

Last week we learned that on September 5, 2000, the American Legion presented the first “Spirit of Service” awards to active-duty service members for their offduty volunteer efforts.

Nicholas Jacob fell in love with Newcastle during a trip to visit his brother, who lives in the area and attends law school at the University of Oklahoma. Nicholas came from Phoenix, Arizona, and finds much to admire about Newcastle, including that it is much quieter.

Taylor Boulay of Newcastle was named to Southern New Hampshire University’s Fall 2023 Dean’s List. The fall terms run from September to December.

The Oklahoma Tax Commission (OTC) will open the state income tax filing season on Monday, January 29, 2024. This date is in coordination with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

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The 12th annual Best of Chickasaw Country awards are now open for nominations. The public is invited to nominate their favorite businesses, attractions and events in southcentral Oklahoma. Nominations will be accepted through January 29, 2024.