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Oklahoma’s attorney general on Friday sued to stop the nation’s first publicly-funded religious charter school.

Last week we learned how the American Legion National Commander Harry W. Colmery wrote the first draft of what would become the “GI Bill of Rights,” which has been considered the Legions’ single greatest legislative achievement.

It’s time from 4-7 p.m. Saturday for the City’s annual Haunt the Trail at Veterans Park.

9.69 acres of land for development; City installing sewer line for fire station, Newcastle Farms addition

If you were confused a couple of weeks ago after reading our story on the cost of polycarts increasing in Newcastle, it’s understandable.

The Newcastle Public Works Authority (NPWA) received approval for a $3,300,000 loan recently from the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) to improve the Authority’s infrastructure. Construction of upgrades and improvements to the system will be financed by the Oklahoma Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF).

Pioneer highlights area representative Robin Fielder

Head softball coach and former baseball coach Mike Crossley was recognized during the Newcastle Board of Education meeting on October 10 for his 1,100 wins as a Newcastle coach. He is pictured with Athletic Director Brent Hodges.

Newcastle Rotary Club International recently presented bicycles to the McClain-Grady County Emergency Medical Services. They will be able to use these during special events, such as sporting activities or the 4th of July celebration, where they aren’t able to get an ambulance through the crowd quickly. The money was raised through our two trivia nights held at Libby’s along with the donations from various sponsors. Pictured making the presentation are members of the Newcastle Rotary along with EMS officials.

• The cost is ONLY $65.00 from the time of acceptance thru October 31, 2024.