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After five seasons, including four straight playoff appearances, Chuck Atchison will be handing over the keys to the El Reno High School football program – or at least a duplicate set.

The El Reno School Board voted last week to assign Atchison the duties as the district’s new Director of Operations, the position vacated on Dec. 13 by the retiring Wes Brower.

Atchison assumed his new duties on that day, said Superintendent Craig McVay.

Pete Stapperfend shakes hands with Municipal Judge Richard Lewis after being sworn in as the new Ward 2 City Council representative Tuesday night.

Stapperfend was elected in the Nov. 9 election and will serve a four-year term on the council.

El Reno fireman Capt. Gregory Graves accepts a certificate from Mike Fina, executive director of the Oklahoma Municipal League, for having served the citizens of El Reno for 25 years.

Capt. Alan Willcutt was also recognized for 27 years of firefighting service, with 20 of those coming in El Reno. Willcutt did not attend the council meeting.

City Clerk Marsha Leck gets a hug from Mayor Matt White after she was recognized by the Oklahoma Municipal League for serving the citizens of El Reno for 25 years. 

Pictured are November/ December Roblyer Rock Stars, Cory Pawnee, Corwynn Stufflebeam, Gracie Colson, Kenzie Espinoza, Melany Mendoza, Sylas Luschen, Abigail Torres and Jovanny Dominguez.

The EHS Leadership Class presents a $4,000 check to Valerie Aubert, Development Director at Oklahoma Project Woman, from funds raised during the annual Pink Week philanthropy event. 

Redlands Community College has named Dr. Todd Ecklund as vice president for Academic Affairs. He will oversee all academic programs and facilitate the development and implementation of new programs and courses.

“Redlands is very fortunate to have someone with Dr. Ecklund’s experience and educational background join our team. As an instructor and administrator, he brings valuable knowledge and ideas that will benefit our students and faculty,” said Redlands President Jack Bryant.

MUNICIPAL COURT

Tyler Reed McCalip, Oklahoma City, speeding, $165.

Lee Anna Wolftongue, El Reno, failure to appear warrant, $295.

Taylor Joseph Barks, Yukon, expired tag, $130.

Francis K. Hamilton, El Reno, dog at large, $145.

James Raymond Woodruff, El Reno, failure to obtain registration and title within 30 days of purchase, $130.

Ramiro Chavez Fuentes, Enid, speeding, $175.

Allen Brice-Montas, Port St. Lucie, Fla., speeding, $165.

Garrett Alan Vincent, El Reno, expired tag, $165.