November 2025
Irene Ann Wiedemann
Irene Ann Wiedemann passed away Oct. 27, 2025, in El Reno at the age of 91. She was born Oct. 6, 1934, in Okarche to John and Lillian Schieber. Irene was the second youngest of five girls.
Sheriff’s office warning of new phone scam
The Canadian County Sheriff’s Office is aware of multiple scam attempts on county citizens in which the scammers pretend to be Sheriff Chris West or other deputies.“The scammers tactics are to impersonate law enforcement to gain money from victims by scaring them with threats of arrest warrants or...
Consultant picked to update hazard mitigation plan
A consultant has been selected to update Canadian County’s hazard mitigation plan.The Federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires Canadian County to update its plan every five years to remain eligible for hazard mitigation grants through the Federal Emergency Management Agency...
Nexus seeks help in mini horse rescue
El Reno’s Nexus Equine has provided shelter and food for miniature horses in need of care and support.Rita Hoch, founder and CEO of the horse and animal rescue, said, “This is not a cruelty case, rather, it’s a story of compassion.
Lenna Hayward LeCrone
Lenna Hayward LeCrone went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Oct. 29, 2025, in El Reno at the age of 91.
Public Records - 11/5/25
LAWSUITSLVNV Funding LLC vs. Brittany Savage for $6,968.39 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.Bank of America N.A. vs. Mackenzie Lawson for $6,139.91 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.LVNV Funding LLC vs. Lynn Allen for $1,663.90 to pay a debt plus interest,...
Bears play trick on Indians, grab the treat
NOBLE – While producing no points, a pair of time-draining possessions in the second half by Noble proved to be the biggest hurdle for El Reno High School’s football team in a narrow 14-13 loss to the Bears.The one-point setback dropped El Reno to 3-6 on the season and dealt a knockout blow to EHS’...
Redlands shut out by Bucks
Despite logging a double-digit shot total, Redlands Community College women’s soccer team suffered a 3-0 shutout loss to the University of Arkansas Rich Mountain.The setback came in the opening round of the 2025 NJCAA Region 2 Championships.
Holding her own
El Reno High School junior Lilly Owen leads a group of runners on the second lap of the Class 5A Girls Oklahoma State High School Cross Country Championships in Edmond.Owen finished in the middle of the pack over a fast-paced run.See Saturday’s edition for a recap of Owen’s run.
