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Maggie Miller’s school year was unlike most. As a mother of two young children, her balancing act is one worthy of the Big Top.

Miller, 36, of Mustang, began each day with getting her pre-kindergarten and first-grade sons ready for distance learning.

Eventually, she had distance learning of her own as an enrollee in Canadian Valley Technology Center’s Accounting and Business Management program.

Distance learning was an option for CV Tech students this year.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Legislation that requires sexual assault survivors receive information on trauma care sooner has been signed into law. 

The Sexual Assault Victims Right to Information Act (House Bill 2546), authored by Rep. Cyndi Munson, D-OKC, and Sen. Kay Floyd, D-OKC, expands protections to victims of sexual assault regardless of participation in a criminal investigation of their assault. The act allows for an advocate to be made available during a sexual assault examination.

OKLAHOMA CITY - Oklahoma State Treasurer Randy McDaniel said he will not seek re-election next year but plans to continue serving as treasurer until his current term ends on Jan. 9, 2023.

“It has been an honor to serve Oklahoma as state treasurer and as a state representative,” McDaniel said.

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OneMain Financial Group LLC vs. Zachara M. Bryant for $3,521.16 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.

LVNV Funding LLC vs. Guy Cormack for $1,199.83 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.

Crown Asset Management LLC vs. William Crye for $8,667.34 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.

Cavalry SPV I LLC vs. Anthony D. Carter II for $2,203.41 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.

A steady, at times heavy rain moved the traditional Memorial Day ceremony under a pavilion at the El Reno Cemetery on Monday.

And while the weather kept the turnout small, those who did attend heard some stirring comments reflecting on the freedom-saving sacrifices made by members of the U.S. military.

A professional rodeo and a new barrel racing contest will highlight the Canadian County Free Fair that will unfold in August at a brand-spanking-new venue.

The 67th Annual Canadian County Free Fair will be staged Monday, Aug. 23 through Saturday, Aug. 28 at the new Canadian County Expo and Event Center.

Canadian County’s $15.2 million, multi-use fairgrounds complex nears completion on a 50-acre site at Jensen and Alfadale roads just south of Interstate 40.

From left, Charley (10 months), Trygg (3) and Barrett (2) Kline take a break from watching dad Jeff Kline coach football to eat snacks.

The boys came to work with their dad, an El Reno High School assistant football coach, to watch spring football drills.

El Reno Elks Lodge donated $2,500 to help support El Reno Public Schools summer food program.

Here, Debbie Harrison presents School Superintendent Craig McVay with the donation.

Grocery meat counters are filled with beef steaks labeled Choice, and while many consumers rightfully associate the label as a good choice for grilling or the stovetop, they might not be familiar with industry quality standards behind the designation. 

Devon Energy Corp. is celebrating its golden anniversary this month after 50 years in the oil and gas industry.

Founded by John and Larry Nichols in 1971, the company started with no assets and five employees, but by 1988, was publicly traded and then listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Devon continued to grow organically and by acquisition over the years and eventually settled into its place on the S&P 500.

Today it is a leading producer of oil and gas in the U.S.