Canadian County commissioners have not yet decided whether to formally request funding through a federal stimulus package.
The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 could provide Canadian County some $28 million to be spent on infrastructure and other projects.
“We’re looking at roughly $28 million to be distributed - $14 million now and the other $14 million one year from now,” Commission Chairman Jack Stewart said.
OKARCHE – A resident of the Center of Family Love will serve as host for the 40th anniversary birthday celebration, an online event designed to raise funds and showcase the home for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Opened in 1981 by members of the Knights of Columbus, the CFL is home to more than 100 individuals who live with various disabilities including Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism, muscular dystrophy, developmental delays, traumatic brain injuries, neurological disabilities, geriatric needs and more.
Longtime educator Ranet Tippens has announced her retirement as superintendent of Deer Creek Schools after serving in that position for eight years.
School board members approved a contract in a special meeting Monday, May 25 with the Oklahoma State School Boards Association to conduct a search for Tippens’ successor.
Tippens, who had been El Reno Schools superintendent for six years prior to moving to Deer Creek, also served as a principal and teacher in El Reno during her career.
The Canadian County Sheriff’s Office will use a gift to help combat thefts of oil field equipment and other items using an online tool.
Canadian County commissioners last week approved a resolution allowing the sheriff’s office to accept a $5,500 donation from Devon Energy Corporation.
The funds will be used by the LeadsOnline investigation program, a technology service helping law enforcement catch criminals while helping businesses reduce the hassles of reporting.
