Governor Arts Award Ceremony Photos

Thanks to Clark & Pegi Brown for providing the following photos taken as Mayor Cope receives his medal from Governor Brad Henry at the Oklahoma State Capitol.

Charley Wright Receives Honors

Where much is expected from an individual, he may rise to the level of events and make the dream come true. ~ Elbert Hubbard

We had a fine gathering as Lee Hibbetts, presenting for the town, read the plaque commemorating the Charley Wright Trails and unveiled Charley's likeness by sculptor Robert Dean commissioned by the Town of Medicine Park. Mayor Cope spoke in behalf of the town congratulating Charley Wright. Charley thanked all who work so hard to create the Trails; among them Odus Hennessee and Ed Stonerock, and Candace & David McCoy (for donation of the land). He mentioned the beginning effort in conjunction with Paul Fisher. Charley, not forgetting the work done by the inmate program, noted that some after their release, bring their families and point with pride to what they have been a part. Cameras snapped as people shook hands and Charley posed with his supportive family. A twenty-one gun salute followed provided by the Medicine Park Marauders.

The pictures below were taken and shared by Patty Ferguson.

Charley Wright Creek Walk Dedication Monday

posted by Muriel Fahrion on behalf of MPEDA

Monday, October 19th at 6:30 PM (preceeding Town Council Meeting) is the official dedication of the Charley Wright Creek Walk and unveiling of the Trail Plaque at Bath Lake. The Trail has now been enjoyed by untold numbers of residents and visitors, as to almost take it for granted, but it took the vision and dedication to that vision of one Charley Wright to "get it done". Let's come together to celebrate the amazing feat and say thank you in person.

Mayor Cope Receives Governor's Art Award

from our friend Sharon Cheatwood Arts & Humanities, City of Lawton.....

Oklahoma City, OK – Mayor of Medicine Park Dwight Cope will be honored by Governor Brad Henry at the 34th Annual Governor’s Arts Awards. Mayor Cope will receive the George Nigh Public Service in the Arts Award that recognizes an Oklahoma government official for outstanding support of the arts.

Yes, Dwight spearheaded major live music events, Red Dirt Ball and the Blues Ball, in Medicine Park. He did by bringing in the talent, and by enlisting cooperation and help of his friends and neighbors, not to mention the patience, love and support of his family. It was his goal as Mayor to bring music to the Park and Southwest Oklahoma and he has done just that and now has received well deserved State recognition!

Please leave your comments and congratulations.

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We should at the same time congratulate the Lawton Constitution for it's award and continued support of the arts. We are pleased to see their reporters and photographers in Medicine Park. They do a fine job of coverage.