Points were hard to come by for two of the county’s three small schools in their first games back from tournament action as both were dealt with road losses.

Union City High School’s girls basketball team tied its season-low point total in a 60-31 loss to Hydro-Eakly. The setback left the Tigers with a 7-4 overall record.

Held to single-digit scoring in three of the four periods, Union City managed a 14-point third period but still trailed 51-28 going into the final eight minutes. The Tigers were held to three points in the fourth.

Despite hitting only three perimeter shots, Calumet High School’s boys basketball team was able to escape a road upset bid by Thomas-Fay/Custer and remain unbeaten on the season.

The Chieftains, ranked second in Class B, moved to 10-0 on the season with a 59-52 win over the Terriers. It was the second closest winning margin of the season for Calumet as well as the second lowest offensive output.

Jacob Mayfield’s team entered the game having beaten teams by an average of 35 points and scored 60 or more points in seven games.

Memorial services for Mac Alton Englebretson of Minco were held Sunday, Dec. 22 at Minco Assembly of God Church.

Mac died Dec. 14, 2024, at his home. He was born May 23, 1953, in Lubbock, Texas. He spent most of his life in the Minco community, graduating from Minco High School in 1971. He was employed as a construction supervisor until his retirement. Mac was a handyman around town, mowing lawns and odd jobs. He attended Minco Assembly of God Church.

There are still some details to work out, but El Reno Regional Airport could soon be home to a museum that features historic aircraft, including military planes. 

Last week, the city council agreed to accept a letter of intent with Oklahoma City businessman Tony Caldwell that would allow him to lease Hangar 3 at the airport. The details of the lease agreement with Caldwell will be worked out by City Manager Matt Sandidge and El Reno legal counsel.