A 29-year-old man faces charges after allegedly leading police on a high-speed chase that started in El Reno and ended in Yukon.
Christopher James Canaday, 29, was booked into the Canadian County Jail on complaints of attempting to elude, suspended license and vehicle equipment violation, said El Reno police. Canaday was booked into the county jail with bail set at $52,000.
Two accidents occurred on I-40 in El Reno Friday morning, one of them resulting in a fatality. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol said the fatal accident happened in the westbound lanes near the U.S. 81 interchange.
An earlier accident involved a semi-truck hauling cattle. It happened further west, near Country Club Road, and sent the driver to an Oklahoma City hospital.
When daylight saving time ends in November and end-of-year holidays approach, it’s common to experience symptoms of seasonal affective disorder. Less vitamin D, cold temperatures and the stress of a busy season can take its toll on the human body, physically and mentally.
Also known as the winter blues or seasonal depression, the temporary condition causes people to feel tired and sluggish, lonely or sad. They may sleep poorly, have mood swings, overeat or avoid social activities.
LAWSUITS
Bank of America N.A. vs. Peter Roberti for $4,855.80 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.
Bank of America N.A. vs. Daniel P. Montoya for $3,038.21 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.
Jefferson Capital Systems LLC vs. Tristan Lainson and Erika Lainson for $8,344.99 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.
Cavalry SPV I LLC vs. Jamie Cronk for $7,722.65 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.
It’s a good news, bad news situation for the city of El Reno as far as finances are concerned and that will translate into higher utility bills for water and sewer customers. The good news is the city did a solid job of budgeting in anticipation of some very lean times. The bad news, those very lean times have arrived.
El Reno artists have a new place to showcase their work with the opening of the Loud Cloud Community Art Gallery.
Sue Beard, who has spearheaded a number of public art projects in El Reno, is operating the gallery inside the Loud Cloud Dispensary, 1901 SW 27th St. The site was formerly the El Charro Mexican Restaurant.
Jose and Hugo Rodriquez are part of the family that operated the restaurant. They, along with partner Markus Gaines, opened the dispensary. Jose said the mission of the new operation is to “provide a service to the community.”
After five seasons, including four straight playoff appearances, Chuck Atchison will be handing over the keys to the El Reno High School football program – or at least a duplicate set.
The El Reno School Board voted last week to assign Atchison the duties as the district’s new Director of Operations, the position vacated on Dec. 13 by the retiring Wes Brower.
Atchison assumed his new duties on that day, said Superintendent Craig McVay.
Pete Stapperfend shakes hands with Municipal Judge Richard Lewis after being sworn in as the new Ward 2 City Council representative Tuesday night.
Stapperfend was elected in the Nov. 9 election and will serve a four-year term on the council.
Redlands Community College has named Dr. Todd Ecklund as vice president for Academic Affairs. He will oversee all academic programs and facilitate the development and implementation of new programs and courses.
“Redlands is very fortunate to have someone with Dr. Ecklund’s experience and educational background join our team. As an instructor and administrator, he brings valuable knowledge and ideas that will benefit our students and faculty,” said Redlands President Jack Bryant.
MUNICIPAL COURT
Tyler Reed McCalip, Oklahoma City, speeding, $165.
Lee Anna Wolftongue, El Reno, failure to appear warrant, $295.
Taylor Joseph Barks, Yukon, expired tag, $130.
Francis K. Hamilton, El Reno, dog at large, $145.
James Raymond Woodruff, El Reno, failure to obtain registration and title within 30 days of purchase, $130.
Ramiro Chavez Fuentes, Enid, speeding, $175.
Allen Brice-Montas, Port St. Lucie, Fla., speeding, $165.
Garrett Alan Vincent, El Reno, expired tag, $165.
