El Reno High School Assistant Principal Jerelyn Atchison (left) and Seely Chronister (center) play a cowbell in beat with drummer Zoe Johnson as the EHS Jazz Band plays during a timeout at a recent basketball game at Jenks Simmons Field House.
Resurfacing the Canadian County Assessor’s Office parking lot has hit a snag, which may delay completion of the long-awaited project for a few months.
County commissioners last October hired Atlas Paving Co. to install a new asphalt surface for the parking lot replacement project on North Choctaw/Highway 81. Atlas will be paid $201,997 after submitting the lowest of seven bids.
A lawsuit against Canadian County Sheriff Chris West has been dismissed and a jury trial stricken from the court docket.
Former sheriff’s investigator Marty Burns and Deputy Chelsea Adkins claimed in the civil suit they were wrongfully terminated after making whistleblower allegations.
Plaintiffs attorney Jonathan Irwin on Jan. 2 dismissed the lawsuit against West and the case was closed in Canadian County District Court.
The Indigenous Student Association (ISA) at Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) will host the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes Tradition Not Addiction program.
Christian Wassana, founder of the motivational movement, “I Am, I Can, I Will,” is the guest speaker for this event, as he has worked closely with youth and young adults about drug and alcohol prevention, culture, mental health and suicide prevention.
SWOSU ISA invites the SWOSU community and the public to attend this free event at 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 22 in the East Ballroom of the Memorial Student Center.
George E. Decker Sr. passed away Friday, Jan. 12, 2024, at the home he shared with his grandson and wife and great-granddaughter.
He was born Dec. 6, 1925, in El Reno to Sarah (Flint) and George Decker.
George was a graduate of El Reno High School and lifetime resident.
He served with the U.S. Navy on the USS Enterprise in the Battle of Midway.
He married Doris Lee Allen in 1945. They were happily married until her death in December 2001.
Fresh Anointing Church will be hosting a Paint Party on Saturday, Feb. 10 from 1 to 3 p.m. The instructor will be Canadian County Court Clerk Marie Hirst.
Cost is $35 which covers the cost of all supplies. To reserve a spot, call the church at 405-986-3331.
Come and enjoy the fellowship and bring a friend or a grandchild who loves to paint.
Refreshments will be served.
Pictured are Maple A Honor Roll honorees, front row from left, Madison Basler, Abel Overholser, Elizabeth Wilkerson, Riley McKee, Ryker Penwright, Laken Meschberger, Blaiklyn Barton, Sophie Tredway and Matthew White; second row, Adrianna Trujillo, Elizabeth Eisenhour, Bryson Brandley, Fritz Hoffman, Cale Wedman, Serenity White, Kash Brothers, Dean Davis, Kennedy Prince, Timber Westervelt, Abby Bass and Douglas Bland; third row, Case Elliott, Drake Rosholt, Andrew Eisenhour, Charlee Charmasson, John Prince, John Henry Von Tungeln, Hudson Cooper, Kutter Bow, Jack Hunt, Audrey Eisenhour, Halle
LAWSUITS
Valle Serrulata LLC vs. Russell Koshiway for $10,372.36 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.
Jordan San Miguel vs. Iris Ruellas for an amount in excess of $75,000 for injuries and damages alleged to have occurred during an automobile accident.
Sarah Wilbur vs. Charles Stevens for an amount in excess of $75,000 for alleged injuries and damages.
Maple December Students of the Month, front row, Grayson Bollinger, pre-kindergarten; Everly Stiles, kindergarten; Kinsley Racca, third grade; Luken Meschberger, second grade; and Addison Meschberger, first grade; second row, Brody Crawford, fifth grade; Hayden Rosholt, sixth grade; Presley Bilderback, eighth grade; Dominic Steinbruck, seventh grade; and Fritz Hoffman, fourth grade.
Lamplighters OHCE of Canadian County met recently at Mount Zion Global Methodist Church. Carol Stine called the meeting to order, with Jan Maddox offering a devotional titled “Trust.”
Janice Taylor was birthday honoree.
Maxine Little read minutes from the last meeting, while Patricia Morrison gave the treasurer’s report.
Taylor installed officers for the coming year, using a program called “Sweet Time.”
It was noted the passing of Charleece McBee. She had been a member of OHCE for 45 years. A memorial was sent to Highland Baptist in her honor.
