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Mustang couple turning hobby into business By Van Mitchell Contributing Writer Shopping habits have changed over the years, and that impacted the way Kathy and Mike Fleming with Mustang Creek Alpacas run their business. Earlier this year the couple closed down their Oklahoma City Stockyards store, and now operate their business online, as well with…

County officials step in to save 1907 county jail By Traci Chapman Contributing Writer It’s a fight to save history in El Reno, as officials continue to team with area historic groups to save a building in the Canadian County seat that’s withstood the test of time – but which could be lost to history…

By Traci Chapman Staff Writer American Legion Post 353 members Saturday greeted shoppers at Mustang Walmart with a symbol of ultimate service, a reminder of the importance of Monday’s Veteran’s Day commemoration. “We want to be able to pass on the importance this little flower, to show how poppies are important for us in the…

By Traci Chapman Staff Writer By the time filing ends Dec. 4 for two Mustang City Council seats up for election next year, each will have at least one application on file. That’s what Travis McKenzie and Nathan Sholund said last week, as both men confirmed they would seek re-election to the Ward Vs and…

By Traci Chapman Staff Writer The rare occurrence of public participation during a Mustang Board of Education meeting Monday highlighted a possible Oklahoma City rezone issue near a district school site that could cause administrators and residents some concern. Amber Hopek spoke to board members during that Monday meeting about Canyon Ridge Intermediate School –…

Holiday behavior focus of Nov. 14 Mustang event By Traci Chapman Staff Writer An effort by employees at three area school districts provides an educational resource aimed at helping not only their students, but also the parents guiding and shaping their behavior. That effort is Parent University, and it’s a labor of love for behavioral…

October marks regular annual utility rate increases By Traci Chapman Staff Writer As the federal consumer price index increases, so too do municipal utility costs, as water, sewer and sanitation rates took effect in October. Mustang ordinances dictate annual increases be passed on to its consumers, based either on the yearly U.S. Department of Labor…

Mustang’s biggest event celebrates city’s big 5-0 By Traci Chapman Staff Writer Friday marked a big annual milestone for Mustang Western Days organizers – two weeks until thousands of people turned up to experience arguably the city’s largest event. This year would be especially significant, City Manager and Mustang Chamber of Commerce chairman Tim Rooney…

Mustang Nightriders marching band kicks off new year By Traci Chapman Staff Writer Coming back from one of the most successful programs in its history and tackling a new level of marching complexities, Mustang High School Nightriders marching band Saturday brought the heat to an already sweltering day with a performance that showed just how…