Lifestyle

Body Abby Jeffrey of El Reno was recently awarded a $500 scholarship from the Canadian County Association for Oklahoma Home and Community Education to be used during her first year of college. Jeffrey is the daughter of Peter and Kristi Jeffrey of El Reno.

Body Descendants of Elmo and Agnes Finnigan held their annual reunion recently at Roman Nose State Park. Attending were their sons, Mike Finnigan and family, Josh Finnigan, Teagan, E.J.

Body As the garden was winding down last fall, I noted the plants that were performing valiantly and planned to include them again this year. Fortunately, some had saved their show for the end of the season, indicating perhaps the best had been saved for last.

Body GIRL - Paige and Micah Green of Binger are parents of a girl, Jade Elizabeth, born July 24 at Mercy Hospital in Oklahoma City. Jade weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounces and measured 20.75 inches in length. Maternal grandparents are Kim Warren and the late David Warren.

Body Former El Reno Pastor Earl Philipp was expecting to quietly reflect on the 55th anniversary of his ordination as a minister on July 5, but he was surprised by what happened.

Body The National Fire Protection Association and State Farm agent Layne Conaway are teaming up with the El Reno Fire Department to support Fire Prevention Week, an annual public awareness campaign that promotes home fire safety.

Body With triple-digit heat across the state, many Oklahomans are looking forward to fall and cooler weather. Although there will be several more weeks of intense heat, gardening enthusiasts can get a jump-start on fall by planning their fall gardens now.

Body The plant kingdom is highly complex and has been the subject of mystical intrigue since the beginning of time. As with any stationary object, plants must develop an internal ability to protect themselves from all manner of assaults, be it atmospheric or predatory.

Body Oklahoma State University recently recognized spring 2020 graduates.

Body The Underwood Home and Community Education Association of Canadian County met recently at Lake El Reno with Ann Ricketts as hostess. Neta Liebscher called the meeting to order and led the flag salute.