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At a somber ceremony at Fort Reno Cemetery on Dec. 15, visitors put Christmas wreaths next to the tombstones of deceased American veterans as part of a nationwide “Wreaths Across America” program hosted by the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR).Leslie Dietrich, Regent of...

Dear Santa,I am so excited for this year. I would like some bear paw clogs clothes desk new bed crocs. Of course take care of my momma.Love, KennedyDear Santa.I have been busy with football, wrestling. Helping my mom!

Former sheriff’s deputy Vaughn R. Cannon was sentenced to life without parole for the August 2023 murder of his wife, Jordan Cannon at their eastern Canadian County home.Vaughn Cannon, 42, previously entered a plea of guilty to the crime of first-degree murder for killing Jordan Cannon, 40.He was...

LAWSUITSMidFirst Bank vs. Michael Mangum for $3,785.61 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.MidFirst Bank vs. Lynetta Marson for $3,371.27 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.MidFirst Bank vs. Stephanie Kirk and Matthew Kirk for $7,969.91 to pay a debt plus...

WASHINGTON — As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to return to the Oval Office, the Republican goal to abolish the Department of Education is back on the table with the support of Oklahoma’s U.S. House delegation and the state’s superintendent of public instruction.  

Students at El Reno High School take part in several charitable missions over the course of any given school year, but one of the most popular has been running locally longer than any other school in the nation.The Gifts for the Yanks program turned 79 at El Reno, believed to be the only high...

The 41st Annual El Reno Community Christmas Dinner is coming together, but there are still some important ingredients needed, organizers said.The dinner has been an El Reno staple now for more than four decades.

Ross Makers Market attracted a number of local artisans over the weekend as well as potential customers.The event featured local folks who create everything from homebaked goods to ornate Christmas decorations and more.

Letters to Santa from Jeanna Miller’s kindergarten class at Hillcrest Learning Center:Dear Santa,I want a doggy toy and nothing else.Love, Kyra B.Dear Santa,I want a horsey. It is my favorite. I want to play with it when I open it and play by myself. I saw an elf flying in the sky.

Trinity Lutheran Child Development Center (TLCDC) has achieved a significant milestone by earning a five-star rating — the highest distinction possible for child-care centers in Oklahoma.