The Canadian County Sheriff’s Office is aware of multiple scam attempts on county citizens in which the scammers pretend to be Sheriff Chris West or other deputies.

“The scammers tactics are to impersonate law enforcement to gain money from victims by scaring them with threats of arrest warrants or missed court dates,” said Maj. Adam Flowers.

“These scammers will ask for money through cash payments using Internet apps or purchasing gift cards.”

A consultant has been selected to update Canadian County’s hazard mitigation plan.

The Federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires Canadian County to update its plan every five years to remain eligible for hazard mitigation grants through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

Commissioners awarded a low bid contract to L.E. Marshall Consulting LLC at their weekly meeting.

The cost will be $55,374 for the Yukon company to complete the task.

El Reno’s Nexus Equine has provided shelter and food for miniature horses in need of care and support.

Rita Hoch, founder and CEO of the horse and animal rescue, said, “This is not a cruelty case, rather, it’s a story of compassion. The previous owner deeply loved her animals but reached a point where she needed help. Nexus Equine responded without hesitation, ensuring these minis received the care they deserve.”

While Hoch said NEXUS is grateful to help, the number of miniature horses is a formidable task. 

Lenna Hayward LeCrone went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Oct. 29, 2025, in El Reno at the age of 91. She was born Dec. 8, 1933, in Plainview, Texas, to Leonard and Ruth (Chambliss) Gibson.

She was preceded in death by her father, Leonard Gibson; her mother, Ruth Bunnell and stepfather, Ray Bunnell; son, Daniel Hayward; daughter, Patricia (Hayward) Spink; granddaughters, Krista Hayward and Cathy (Spink) VanWinkle; and sisters, Nettie Stroud and Martha Shearer.