Students and members of the community celebrated the opening of the new El Reno Animal Shelter Play Yard last week. 

Over the past month, the shelter’s play yard was transformed from a chronic mud pit with exposed rocks and drainpipe into an oasis of turf specially made for dogs. 

City council member Amy Neathery made brief remarks with the new turf yard adorned with agility equipment, toys and a small pool in the background. 

“While I never liked group projects as a student, I know we can do more together,” Neathery told the audience.

After months of campaigning, the field of candidates for Cheyenne and Arapaho elected offices has narrowed. The results of last week's primary election determine which candidates will advance to the general runoff election set for Nov. 4.

Candidates advancing to the Nov. 4 election:

▶ Governor/Lieutenant Governor

Incumbents: Reggie Wassana / Hershel Gorham - 834 votes (49.81 percent)

Alden Whiteman / Debra Woolworth - 302 votes (17.97 percent)

▶ Cheyenne District 2 Legislator

A familiar face was surrounded by hope and love as she walked on stage to accept an annual award demonstrating her long-standing commitment to help those impacted by domestic violence in Canadian County.

Kristie Chandler, who led Cardinal Point Family Justice Center during its first four years, was honored with the Compass Award during Cardinal Point’s fifth annual Honoring Hope luncheon at Yukon’s Discovery Church.

Presenting the award was Chandler’s successor, Karla Docter, who became CEO in November 2024.

Redlands Community College will host its first-ever Fall Family Festival from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28 at the Darlington campus, bringing the community together for an evening of fall-themed fun, food and entertainment.

This family-friendly event will feature seasonal activities including a pumpkin patch, hayride, cow patty bingo, costume contest, cake walk, face painting, petting zoo, inflatables, pumpkin-painting contest, photo booth and more.