With tax season just around the corner, organizing W-2s, mortgage interest statements, dependent care forms and other essential documents now can help reduce stress, avoid delays and ensure taxpayers receive the refunds to which they are entitled.

Dorothy Fern (Harman) Cassel, affectionately known as Honey (Hunny) to all lucky to love her, slipped into heaven on Dec. 24, 2025, in time for Christmas Eve candlelight services. 

Born March 30, 1937, to Roxie and H.C. Harman of Pocasset, Dorothy was one-half of the Harman twins. Well-known in the area for switching identities to trick teachers and friends, the twins were involved with sports and were active members of Dutton Methodist Episcopal Church.

Hillcrest pre-kindergarten Helpfulness Award winners are Brixton Hedrick, Cameron Mize, Braleigh Rios, Garren Porter, Yaneiri Espinoza, Teagan Miller, Maverick Parker, Bennett Moores, Roarke Watson, AnneJune Western, Eleanor Woods, Marina Hayden, Adelina Davis, Calvin Sterling, Mackenzie Rhoades and Wyatt Wagner.

The El Reno Tribune asked readers to send in their favorite photos from the recent snowstorm.

The response was close to 100 photos and videos.