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In one of our annual traditions, the El Reno Tribune set out to help old St. Nick with gathering wish lists from area children. Here are the letters we received: From Shelly Hudson’s first-grade class: Dear Santa, I want a Christmas suite case.

City Attorney Roger Rinehart, center, accepts a donation from Mayor Matt White and School Superintendent Craig McVay at the conclusion of last week’s El Reno Now breakfast. Those attending the event chipped in to raise more than $400 for El Reno Blessing Baskets.

Lamplighters chapter of OHCE Canadian County met recently at a local church, with Joan Herr calling the meeting to order and offering opening prayer. Carol Stine led the flag salute and shared devotionals titled “Ups and Downs.”

Letters to Santa from Rebecca Darby’s kindergarten class: Dear Santa, I would like a dirt bike and I would like a lego Jurassic Park too. I love Rudolph. I have been good this year. — Brett M. Dear Santa, I want a sweater. I also want a new blanket.

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.

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. 

Dear Santa, I have been a good boy this year. Please bring me a toy truck with trailer, some books, kitchen toys, a vacuum and anything green. Milk and cookies will be by the tree if I don’t eat them first.    Love, Westin Reed Dear Santa, I have been a good boy this year.

Pictured are Maple School’s November Citizenship/Students of the Month, front row from left, Luken Meschberger, kindergarten; Brinley Porter, third grade; Drake Rosholt, second grade; Kash Brothers, first grade; and Tyler Williams, pre-kindergarten; back row, Dominic Steinbruck, fifth grade; Bella...