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Last week we finished out the 1990’s events for the American Legion. In October 1995, the Legion formed the Persian Gulf Task Force to enhance service for the newest generation of wartime veterans, thousands of whom suffer from injuries and illnesses linked to their service in the Middle East.

The First National Bank & Trust employees have tips to help keep you safe

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.

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 January 4-10, 2024.

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

Newcastle Aviation students hosted Tinker Air Force Base Air Logistics Complex outreach speakers to talk about the many career options on the civilian side of aircraft maintenance and engineering. Pictured are: Abbey Charlow and Tina Murphy, community engagement and outreach with the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex Talent Acquisition and Placement.

Newcastle hosting Sweet Pea Tournament this week

Low offensive output marred the Newcastle Lady Racer’s game against Kingfisher on January 9. The Yellowjackets won the game, 26-14.

Newcastle boys basketball has an overall winning record on the year, going 8-5 into Tuesday this week. The Racers, however, are 4-4 in competition with Class 4A teams and are ranked 20th in the state for Class 4A.

Senior Jayden Lassen

Newcastle wrestling won two but then lost one at District Duals at Elgin last week. The Racers beat Lawton Eisenhower, 58-24, and Southeast, 66-18, before losing to Elgin, 0-74.