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Local Lawmaker Reports Rising Support Amid Avalanche of Outside Political Attacks
Local donors are reported to be fueling Rep. Molly Jenkins’ reelection effort as outside political groups increase advertising and mail campaigns ahead of the June Republican primary.
After Defeat, Charlie Meadows Reemerges With Renewed Push for TIF Districts
A year after losing his seat, former Logan County Commissioner Charlie Meadows is optimistic that a controversial plan to use TIF districts for county roads could be revived under new Commissioner Floyd Coffman.
Coffman Signs Off on Invenergy-Related Reimbursement
The massive Invenergy wind turbine deployment continues to roll on as newly elected Commissioner Floyd Coffman appears set to follow Charlie Meadows' tradition of supporting the wind energy company's agreement with the county.
Logan County Commission: The Changing of the Guard
Logan County commissioners elected Piercy as their new chairman during the first meeting of 2025, which also included updates on the $5 million DHS building project and routine business.
A Dramatic Departure: Outgoing Charlie Meadows Drops Harsh Criticism of Citizen Journalist in Final Commission Meeting
Charlie Meadows went out with a bang on Tuesday as he used the occasion of his last county commissioner meeting to launch a harsh critique of citizen journalist Marven Goodman—who was sitting in the audience at the time.
Guthrie Citizen Journalist Uncovers Data Sharing by Guthrie City Hall With Federal Agency
A Sooner Sentinel investigation revealed Guthrie’s traffic scanners feed data to Amazon servers, where federal agencies, including the ATF, can access and retain it for unknown purposes.
Coffman's Oath of Office Provides Visual Representation of How Dark Money Redefined Logan County Politics in 2024.
On a frosty January morning, Logan County witnessed a political shift as Floyd Coffman was sworn in as commissioner. Behind his election lies a dark money campaign that raises pressing questions about the future of local politics and accountability.
Piercy and Sharpton Shoot Down Charlie Meadows' District 2 Road Swap Plan
"I don't think that's right," Monty Piercy said as he and fellow Commissioner Mark Sharpton teamed up to block Charlie Meadow's county road swap plan.
"This is the biggest mistake I have made in my life:" Logan County Property Owners Share Wind War Stories in Crescent Meeting
Local officials and landowners meet in Crescent in opposition to Logan County’s wind turbine farms, transmission lines, and looming eminent domain concerns due to the incoming Cimarron Link Transmission Line from green energy giant Invenergy.
"Charlie don’t want em to have the Internet service."
Piercy's quip highlighted a brief 10-minute Logan County Commission meeting where outgoing District 2 Commissioner Charlie Meadows voted against awarding crossing permits for Cox Communications fiber lines.
Controversial Federal Housing Project Advances on Guthrie’s East Side
A site on Guthrie’s east side has been selected for a federally subsidized housing project, funded in part by sweat equity credits earned through 1990s-era Habitat for Humanity efforts in other Logan County communities, including Crescent, Marshall, and Coyle. In a rare "no" vote, the project had been opposed by Logan County Commissioner Charlie Meadows.
Unopposed by the County: Logan’s Green Energy Expansion Continues
Wednesday's gloomy weather mirrored the mood of Logan County Commission Chairman Mark Sharpton, who, despite advice to the contrary, expressed helplessness in opposing the impact of Green New Deal initiatives on Logan County.
Piercy’s Pause Highlights Scale of Woodcrest Fire Department Spending Plan
Meadows quickly moves large lease-purchase just days after opposing tax increase for Woodcrest Fire Department.
Logan County Commission Meeting Turns Tense Over Fire Department Tax Debate
An unusual exchange unfolded at the Logan County Commissioners’ meeting as District 2 Commissioner Charlie Meadows opposed a local fire tax proposal.
State Senator’s Prayer Followed by Sharpton’s Cheeky Commentary Highlight Logan County’s Mid-Month Commission Meeting
A solemn prayer from State Senator Chuck Hall and off-color remarks from Commissioner Chair Mark Sharpton bookended Logan County’s mid-month commission meeting.
Logan County Quietly Expands Contract With Politically Connected Health Care Provider
The County Sheriff was absent when County Commissioners approved an expansion of the county's contract with Turn Key Health, a provider that has faced public scrutiny for its ties to a powerful Oklahoma politician.
That's A Bunch! Commissioners Take 45 Seconds to Approve Massive New County Budget
With no discussion and no question, County commissioners spent 45 seconds of their September 30th agenda on considering a massive increase in county spending.
Logan County Commissioners Reject Charlie Meadows' 14 Million Dollar New Tax Plan
Less than 48 hours after losing his re-election, a Logan County commissioner introduces a $14 million tax increase proposal—unexpectedly placing it on the agenda and sparking debate over the timing, transparency, and broader financial consequences.
Logan County Commissioners Unanimously Approve Numerous Permits for Massive Wind Farm Project
Logan County Commissioners approved a wave of road crossing permits for the massive Wagon Wheel Wind Turbine project, in yet another vote advancing one of Oklahoma’s largest wind farm deployments.
County Commissioner Casts Rare No Vote
In a rare show of dissent, Logan County Commissioner Charlie Meadows cast a lone 'no' vote on a proposal to use federal housing funds.
County Goes All In on Massive Office Expansion Plan; Sharpton Rejects 'Grumblings' From Those who Wanted Money for Road Funding
Commissioners laughed and joked as they approved the first component of a massive, multi-million-dollar spending plan for a new Guthrie-based county office complex. Meanwhile, Sharpton dismissed "grumblings" from those who preferred the money be used for roads, and commissioners grappled with the idea of demolishing the county-owned, six-story building, on of Guthrie's tallest buildings.
Logan County Strikes Agreement with Monumental Wind Turbine Project
Despite Sharpton's hesitancy, in a unanimous vote, the county goes all in on massive wind farm agreement in unanimous vote.
