June 2026

Craig McVay said Oklahoma must create an eight-year plan for public education, pointing to how a long-term plan for transportation has moved the state from near the bottom to the top when it comes to roads and bridges. 

The Families with Children Grocery Program will continue helping local families monthly throughout the summer.Families interested in receiving groceries can call the Blessing Baskets office at 405-215-9224 to make arrangements for enrollment.“We anticipate an increase in participation with the...

Two candidates who faced off for Canadian County commissioner four years ago are working again to win the seat.

Mayor Steve Jensen presented two proclamations to the Fort Reno Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution during a recent El Reno City Council meeting.The proclamations recognize the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States and National Flag Day, which is observed...

October 31, 1971 - May 25, 2026Shannon was a free spirit who never met an adventure he didn’t enjoy. Whether he was fishing, spending time outdoors, riding motorcycles or simply enjoying life, he did things his own way. He lived life on his own terms and embraced every adventure that came his way.

While Oklahoma’s Legislature has been Republican-dominated for more than a decade, the State Senate remains a place where thin margins define the balance of power and the fate of controversial measures.

Rodney Haydon admits he is a coach that wants to win each and every time he steps on the basketball court – no matter the time or place.Haydon is also the father of two basketball players and wants his sons to create the best possible memories when they are wearing El Reno High School jerseys.

El Reno High School’s boys basketball team went 4-2 in the recent Bridge Creek Team Camp with wins over Tuttle, Enid, Yukon and the host team.

El Reno High School’s two baseball teams remain undefeated on the summer season after returning to action in the Putnam City Summer League.The varsity posted an 11-2 win over Putnam City Black to move to 3-0 overall and 2-0 in league play.Gage Lesperance got the win on the hill with a two-inning...

This past spring, Calumet, Union City and Okarche High School baseball programs combined for 49 wins and a trio of top four rankings during the regular season.In the postseason the trio were even more impressive with a 19-1 record, two state championships and one semifinalist.Five of the players...