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Preston Scagnetti looks upfield to determine his next moves running the ball for the Newcastle Racers during a game with Harrah. Scagnetti was pointed out by coaches as having the best tackle of the game. More Racer football is on page 9 of this issue.

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.

Lunch is served for a $5 donation at the Newcastle Senior Citizen’s Center each weekday.

McClain-Grady County Emergency Medical Services made 228 total calls for the month of September. They had 142 billed calls and 86 non-transport calls at an average response time of 7.04 minutes.

A-to-F letter grades are a longstanding way of signifying academic achievement. That’s why some school officials now fight to get rid of grades for both students and schools.

Between meetings and events in the district and work at the Capitol, I’ve had a busy schedule in recent weeks. We’re currently focused on getting through the dozens of interim studies that were approved this year. These provide us more time to fully research important, complicated issues than we have during the four-month regular legislative session.

Newcastle Schools kicked off its 2023-24 fishing season with a tournament at Lake Eufaula, but came home without placing.

In recent years, our nation has experienced an alarming spike in poor mental health that was exacerbated by COVID-19 pandemic shutdowns. Sadly, too many Americans have faced symptoms of anxiety, depression or more. This Suicide Prevention Awareness Month is a critical reminder to take mental health seriously and promote a healthy and mindful lifestyle.

The Junior class is planning a haunted house at the Newcastle Fair Barn this year. They are starting at 7 p.m. October 28-31, and there’s a $10 entry fee.