In August, my wife, Anna and I celebrated our anniversary with a return trip to Charleston, South Carolina, a beautiful city steeped in history, which is considered the birthplace of the modern historic preservation effort in America.
The El Reno Main Street board of directors has voted unanimously to begin a comprehensive rebranding and restructuring process in 2026. This next chapter will focus on listening, learning and rebuilding, ensuring that the organization reflects the needs, values and goals of the El Reno community.
The Canadian County Sheriff’s Office is aware of multiple scam attempts on county citizens in which the scammers pretend to be Sheriff Chris West or other deputies.
“The scammers tactics are to impersonate law enforcement to gain money from victims by scaring them with threats of arrest warrants or missed court dates,” said Maj. Adam Flowers.
“These scammers will ask for money through cash payments using Internet apps or purchasing gift cards.”
A consultant has been selected to update Canadian County’s hazard mitigation plan.
The Federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires Canadian County to update its plan every five years to remain eligible for hazard mitigation grants through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
Commissioners awarded a low bid contract to L.E. Marshall Consulting LLC at their weekly meeting.
The cost will be $55,374 for the Yukon company to complete the task.
El Reno’s Nexus Equine has provided shelter and food for miniature horses in need of care and support.
Rita Hoch, founder and CEO of the horse and animal rescue, said, “This is not a cruelty case, rather, it’s a story of compassion. The previous owner deeply loved her animals but reached a point where she needed help. Nexus Equine responded without hesitation, ensuring these minis received the care they deserve.”
While Hoch said NEXUS is grateful to help, the number of miniature horses is a formidable task.
LAWSUITS
LVNV Funding LLC vs. Brittany Savage for $6,968.39 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.
Bank of America N.A. vs. Mackenzie Lawson for $6,139.91 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.
LVNV Funding LLC vs. Lynn Allen for $1,663.90 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.
American Express National Bank vs. Barrett Bland for $1,312.05 to pay a debt plus interest, costs and attorney fees.
Formal criminal charges have been filed by the Canadian County District Attorney’s Office in the death of Sgt. Thomas A. Duran as a result of being hit by a motor vehicle on Oct. 17.
El Reno Police Chief Ken Brown issued the statement announcing the charges on Friday morning.
Sgt. Duran, 41, a 14-year veteran of the El Reno Police Department, was hit by a vehicle around 2 a.m. Oct. 17. Duran was outside his vehicle after he had stopped to assist a pedestrian who had reportedly waved him over. He died a week later in an Oklahoma City hospital.
More than 40 police agencies took part in a procession honoring Sgt. Thomas Duran.
The veteran El Reno officer died Oct. 24, a week after being injured in a hit-and-run incident that occurred as he was reportedly assisting a pedestrian who had waved him over.
The incident happened around 2 a.m. Oct. 17 on Watts near Wilson, police said.
Funeral services for Sgt. Duran, 41, will be Monday at 10:30 a.m. in Yukon at Together We Church, 620 N. Cemetery Road.
El Reno municipal offices will be closed that day until 1:30 p.m.
The El Reno Chamber of Commerce will host a forum featuring candidates for municipal office.
The event is set for 7 p.m. Nov. 4 at Redlands Community College, said Karen Nance, executive director for the chamber.
Julie Flegal-Smallwood, Director of Accreditation and Strategic Academic Initiatives, will serve as moderator for the forum. The audience will submit questions prior to the event, Nance said.
