Ferb the tortoise is missing.

But there’s hope.

Owner Cherrie Zaidi had a call about a possible sighting not a mile from the backyard home near the Piedmont High School tennis courts where Ferb disappeared.

On Sept. 19, a caller said a large turtle, possibly a tortoise, was seen about 6 p.m. crossing Cemetery Road near NW 164th going east to west onto Piedmont Public Works Department property.

Zaidi said she searched the area extensively but with no luck.

Ferb went missing from the Zaidi home on Wednesday morning, Aug. 21.

Canadian County’s holiday schedule has been finalized.

The Canadian County Excise Board unanimously approved 12 days in calendar year 2025 in which county government offices will be closed.

Commissioners had voted 2-1 to approve the annual holiday schedule.

Ten holidays will be observed, with eight being one day and the other two being two days.

Canadian County’s 2025 holiday calendar:

▶ New Year’s Day – Wednesday, Jan. 1

Friday, Oct. 11 is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the Nov. 5 General Election.

The ballot will include the presidential race as well as the City of El Reno Ward 1, City of El Reno OG&E Franchise and City of Yukon Charter Changes elections, county election board secretary Allen Arnold said.

Arnold said that persons who are U.S. citizens, residents of Oklahoma and at least 17 1/2 years old are eligible to apply for voter registration. However, you must be at least 18 years old to vote.

Sherry Wood, cherished mother, granny, sister, cousin and friend, peacefully passed away Sept. 24, 2024, at the age of 78. Her legacy of love and kindness lives on in her daughters and grandchildren.

Sherry was born Aug. 27, 1946, to Clarence and Lillian Simpson in Amarillo, Texas. Known for her generosity and exceptional crochet skills, she found joy in every stitch she crafted.

As granny, Sherry delighted in hosting Easter egg hunts and Christmas gatherings that will be treasured for generations to come.