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El Reno public education was on full display at last week’s El Reno Now gathering. The quarterly event is a partnership between the city of El Reno and El Reno Public Schools. It featured a brief update from City Manager Matt Sandidge, but the morning belonged to the local education system.

The city of El Reno wants to hear from you. That’s what City Manager Matt Sandidge said last week at the El Reno Now breakfast gathering. The city and El Reno Public Schools partner for the quarterly event.

Canadian County District Court Clerk Marie Hirst will not seek re-election after some 28 years in public service. Now in her 16th year as Canadian County’s elected court clerk, Hirst said last week she will not seek re-election to a fifth, four-year term.

Rep. Rick West, R-Heavener, filed legislation that would require an organization such as the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (OSSAA) to accept cash for admittance to sporting events or any other activity where payment is required.

Sen. Julia Kirt, D-Oklahoma City, has filed legislation to give people more time to come up with rent money or find a new place to live before eviction can take place.

LAWSUITS Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Durell Carter for $1,183.76 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees. Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs. Jeri Meyer for $935.56 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.

As an English teacher, Jacqueline Smith knows the importance of words and how they can play an intricate part in shaping the minds and future paths of teenagers in a world dominated by technology.

Several hundred people turned out for the second annual Russell-Murray Hospice Gala. The event was held Jan. 20 at the Palace Event Center on Banner Road. The evening helps raise funds to support the El Reno-based nonprofit hospice in its support of those who are uninsured or under-insured.

From the hills of eastern Oklahoma, legendary U.S. Deputy Marshal Bass Reeves rode with a posse toward Fort Sill, then to Fort Reno.

As a January blast of arctic air swept across the Canadian County plains and hit the officers quarters building at old Fort Reno, it was a good time to go over the newly announced plans for better glass and framed windows.