‘Oklahoma Gardening’ still growing strong in 51st year
There’s more than love in the air as “Oklahoma Gardening” kicks off its 51st year on Feb. 14 on local OETA channels.
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Legislators seek deal on sports betting while weighing pros, cons
As a lawmaker in a state where sports betting remains illegal, Oklahoma Sen. Bill Coleman wondered what all the fuss was about.So, a few years ago, the Kay County legislator hopped in his car before the NFL playoffs and drove north to see for himself.“The state of Kansas, that’s where I made my...
Public Records - 2/11/26
LAWSUITSLVNV Funding LLC vs. Kathrine Williams for $42,299.25 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.LVNV Funding LLC vs. Brittany Galvan for $12,763.65 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.Navy Federal Credit Union vs. Curtis Edwards for $27,980.29 to pay a debt plus...
Rolling strong at 50
Mobile Meals of El Reno began Feb. 2, 1976. It started with $50 in the bank account.Mary Kennedy, one of the original founders, remembers those first few weeks well.
Old Rock Island Railroad office site coming down
The building at 405 W. Watts, originally the El Reno office to the Rock Island Railroad, is coming down.Built in the 1920s, the three-story building with a basement had been condemned in 2019.The owners of the property, Talala Properties, LLC, had fought the action in court, but the District Court...
County 4-H program numbers see growth
The Canadian County 4-H program continues to grow with more youth joining and the recent signing of a new club charter.Canadian County 4-H educator Kailyn Twyman shared news about the 4-H Gardening Club - and more - during a presentation to Canadian County commissioners.
WEOKIE completes merger with RICU, reopens El Reno location
WEOKIE Federal Credit Union has completed its merger with Rock Island Credit Union and the transformation of the El Reno branch into a full-service WEOKIE Member Relationship Center.Located at 320 S. Rock Island Avenue, the enhanced building now offers El Reno residents access to WEOKIE’s suite of...
United Way fundraising goal reached, surpassed
United Way of Canadian County (UWCC) announced its 2025 fundraising total during the annual Campaign Celebration event Jan. 30.This year’s campaign raised $313,347, which will be invested on behalf of donors to support programs addressing the community’s health and human service needs.
Tributes pour in following death of retired Judge McCurdy
Tributes are pouring in after the death of Gary D. McCurdy, who served 32 years as a judge and prosecutor.McCurdy’s recent passing is being mourned at the Canadian County Courthouse and across the legal community.McCurdy retired in 2018 after 17 years as a Canadian County special judge.
Public Records - 2/7/26
LAWSUITSWells Fargo Bank N.A. vs. Janet Tribble for $79,425.63 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees and foreclosure of mortgage on Lot 17, Block 50, Mustang Heights Addition Section 7.State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company vs. Kevin Juanes for $22,720.23 to pay a debt plus...