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El Reno elected leaders will likely decide in the coming months whether the city should invest in building its own fiber network. And with an expected infusion of federal funds, the time to act is probably now or never.

The Fort Reno Visitors Center and Museum has reopened, but could use a little help in the process. Historic Fort Reno Inc. President Marie Hirst said to help keep the doors open, the board needs volunteers and financial support as it recovers from an extended closure.

Ron Shamblin goes up the ladder to paint window frames at the historic stables adjacent to the Canadian County Sheriff’s Office. Betty Johnston with Preservation El Reno Inc. said the work is being done to keep the historic structure in good shape.

LAWSUITS Midland Credit Management Inc. vs. Laramie Cypert for $1,192.23 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees. Midland Credit Management Inc. vs. Bobby Williams for $2,036.35 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.

El Reno paid respects to those “who gave all” during the annual Memorial Day observance Monday. Organized by VFW Post 382, the ceremony at the El Reno Cemetery featured moving remarks by an American military hero, Capt. Bob Ford.

In a letter to the city council and department heads, El Reno City Manager Matt Sandidge laid out the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-23 municipal budget.

Canadian County has added 11 polling places for the upcoming primary election, after voter registration climbed to nearly 92,000.

The deadline to request absentee ballots by mail is approaching. Applications must be received by the Canadian County Election Board no later than 5 p.m. Monday, June 13. County election board secretary Wanda Armold said absentee voting is available to all voters and can be submitted several ways.

WASHINGTON – As gas prices in Oklahoma soared to record highs this week, Oklahoma’s junior senator joined fellow Republican senators challenging the White House for its response to the energy crisis. Average prices jumped above $4 for the first time in this energy-rich state.

LAWSUITS LVNV Funding LLC vs. Timothy Majewski for $1,126.95 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees. LVNV Funding LLC vs. Teresa L. Pickens for $1,891.13 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.