June 2026

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.Democrats will choose between Jennettie Marshall, 67, and Craig McVay, 65, in the June 16 primary election for state superintendent.

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.The varsity posted a 19-1 win over the PCO orange squad, while the junior varsity shut out the Pirates by a 10-0...

The Oklahoma Legislature wants a dramatic turnaround in student literacy rates to rival the so-called Mississippi Miracle.Now, every teacher of kindergarten through third grade, and every reading specialist, instructional coach and principal in elementary schools across the state find themselves on...

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. He was on his way to a bigger stage at college, where he was going to play football and further his education.

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. He was raised in El Reno, where he graduated from El Reno High School in 1971.

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.

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.

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 $177,542.05 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees and foreclosure of mortgage on Lot 32, Block...

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.

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. 27, 1976, in Idabel.