Lifestyle

The Easter Bunny paid a visit to some neighborhoods in El Reno on Sunday. Children reportedly kept their social distance but enjoyed seeing the larger than life bunny hopping through the area, leaving Easter eggs along the way.

A certain weatherman, who shall remain nameless, reported a light frost early Monday morning in the western part of the state and further predicted snow Monday night.

Barbecue? Ribs? Brisket and burgers? That all sounds great, and you can get it at Swadley’s through takeout, curbside or drive-thru. Try the smoked brisket burnt ends with two sides and a roll for $15.79. Or try it in sandwich form with Texas toast, one side and a drink for $11.99.

Dillard Girard turned 90 years old on Saturday, April 4, but he couldn’t have a traditional birthday party because of the coronavirus pandemic. So family and friends found a way to celebrate with the Navy veteran, retired El Reno postal worker and lifetime farmer.

It’s barbecue time, so come get a meal at Swadley’s. Drive-thru, pickup and curbside service available. ▶ Brisket burned ends with two sides — $15.79. ▶ Brisket burned ends sandwich with one side and a drink — $11.99. ▶ Rib basket with fries — $10.99 (no substitutions) ▶ Loaded spud — $9.79

The rains have been a blessing after the dreadful 90-degree temperature last week. The sudden heat caused instant wilt and had it not abated, we would have lost our favorite spring bloomers.

In the first five days of serving students during the COVID-19 shutdown of school sites, the district served 7,914 meals to 2,638 students. On Friday there were 800 weekend food packs delivered.