McVay, Marshall both call for more education funding
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OKLAHOMA CITY — A former school board member and a retired district superintendent are vying for the Democratic nomination to be Oklahoma’s public schools chief.
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Indians sweep PCO Orange in summer bids
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OKLAHOMA CITY – Chase Johnson’s tenure as El Reno High School’s baseball coach got off to a fast start as the Indians jumped out to a 2-0 record in the Putnam City Summer League.
Frontlines of fighting literacy rates
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The Oklahoma Legislature wants a dramatic turnaround in student literacy rates to rival the so-called Mississippi Miracle.
Brad D. Palmer
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Born Feb. 11, 2008, in Oklahoma City, Brad D. Palmer passed away at age 18 on May 22, 2026. He attended El Reno Public Schools and recently graduated from El Reno High School.
Ronnie Lynn Mauldin
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Ronnie Lynn Mauldin peacefully passed from this earth on May 30, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born Nov. 27, 1952, to his loving parents, Jefferson Leon “Sparkey” Mauldin and Hattie Faye Mauldin.
Rebecca Lee Slater
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Rebecca (Becky) Lee Beisel Slater, age 74, returned to her heavenly home on Friday, May 29, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with multiple health issues. Becky was born June 14, 1951, in Springdale, Arkansas, to David and Jean Ann Beisel.
Celebrating the life of Delvin Nelson Sr.
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It is with deep love and reverence that we announce the passing of Delvin Nelson Sr., who was born Nov. 1, 1948, and departed this life on May 30, 2026.Delvin was a man of unwavering faith, strength and compassion. Born to Rosezelia Kearney Nelson and George E. Nelson Sr.
Public Records - 6/3/26
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LAWSUITSVanderbilt Mortgage and Finance Inc. vs. Landry Meschberger for $84,100.15 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.Loan Depot LLC vs. Lori Sholer and Traci Sholer for $177,542.
Oklahoma Native All-State Football Game giving good players chance to shine
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Picking from 8-man through Class 6A, only 74 players were chosen to take part in next month’s Oklahoma Coaches Association’s All-State Football Game.
Aaron Matthew Byrd
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Memorial service for Aaron Matthew Byrd will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 2 at First Christian Church with Revs. Susan Payne and Tara Dew officiating. Services are under the direction of Huber-Benson Funeral Home.Aaron died May 27, 2026, in Oklahoma City. He was born Dec.
