October 2025

El Reno High School Partners Club recently served as “Fans in the Stands” for Special Olympics Unified Horseshoes held at the Yukon Community Center.

The Underwood Club of Oklahoma Home and Community Education met recently with Renee’ Schweitzer serving as hostess. Other members attending were Janan Fletcher, Ann Ricketts and Vicki Duncan, along with guest, Sheila Peters.

Duncan called the meeting to order. Ricketts led in the Pledge of Allegiance, with Fletcher giving the treasurer’s report.

It was noted the club received a check for $100 for its booth and cookie jar entries.

Maple September Students of the Month are Rayelynn Talamante, kindergarten; Hensley Elwood, second grade; Emery Reuter, first grade; and Baylor Bomhak, pre-kindergarten.

Also, Tripp Davis, sixth grade; Wade Curtis, third grade; Otis Sears, fourth grade; Dean Davis, fifth grade; Rowdy Penwright, eighth grade; and Jentry Cullen, seventh grade.

Riverside September Citizens of the Month are Jace Abshire, Sassy Brushwood, Lathen Childers, Maggie Calzada, Sean Funk, Aubree Warren and Oliver Wyrick.

Also, Leighton Dunford, Eli Bradley, Arellie Ramos, Catalina Ramos, Samson Baker, Camila Torres, Paulina Calzada, Bellamy Bateholts, Jolene Marquez, Emery Christianson, Sayre Jackson and Danielle Slechta.

LAWSUITS

Synchrony Bank vs. Julie Bumblis for $9,731.56 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.

Kino Financial Company LLC vs. Kelly Plaster for $1,400.23 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.

Bank of America N.A. vs. Zakary Gordon for $8,515.62 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.

Tinker Federal Credit Union vs. Debra Blaylock for $7,984.76 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.

Capital One N.A. vs. Lonnie Williams for $5,663.20 to pay a debt plus interest and costs.

The third annual Crossroads of Oklahoma Farm Show is coming to the Canadian County Expo and Event Center Oct. 16-18.

Janelle Martin, the owner of C&M Production Group running the Crossroads of Oklahoma Farm Show, has been doing some out-of-the-box thinking to make the show as successful as it can be. That includes some new elements being introduced to the show in Canadian County this year.

Students and members of the community celebrated the opening of the new El Reno Animal Shelter Play Yard last week. 

Over the past month, the shelter’s play yard was transformed from a chronic mud pit with exposed rocks and drainpipe into an oasis of turf specially made for dogs. 

City council member Amy Neathery made brief remarks with the new turf yard adorned with agility equipment, toys and a small pool in the background. 

“While I never liked group projects as a student, I know we can do more together,” Neathery told the audience.

After months of campaigning, the field of candidates for Cheyenne and Arapaho elected offices has narrowed. The results of last week's primary election determine which candidates will advance to the general runoff election set for Nov. 4.

Candidates advancing to the Nov. 4 election:

▶ Governor/Lieutenant Governor

Incumbents: Reggie Wassana / Hershel Gorham - 834 votes (49.81 percent)

Alden Whiteman / Debra Woolworth - 302 votes (17.97 percent)

▶ Cheyenne District 2 Legislator

A familiar face was surrounded by hope and love as she walked on stage to accept an annual award demonstrating her long-standing commitment to help those impacted by domestic violence in Canadian County.

Kristie Chandler, who led Cardinal Point Family Justice Center during its first four years, was honored with the Compass Award during Cardinal Point’s fifth annual Honoring Hope luncheon at Yukon’s Discovery Church.

Presenting the award was Chandler’s successor, Karla Docter, who became CEO in November 2024.

Redlands Community College will host its first-ever Fall Family Festival from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28 at the Darlington campus, bringing the community together for an evening of fall-themed fun, food and entertainment.

This family-friendly event will feature seasonal activities including a pumpkin patch, hayride, cow patty bingo, costume contest, cake walk, face painting, petting zoo, inflatables, pumpkin-painting contest, photo booth and more.