Mustang Times Area News
Local volleyball players make junior Olympics
By Stan Moss Contributing Writer Two metro area girls, including one from Mustang, have qualified for the AAU West Coast Junior Olympics in beach volleyball. Carter Bohuslavicky of Mustang High School and Chloe McPherson of Norman High School finished second in the 15 and under qualifier in the Battle of the Bay sand volleyball tournament,…
Read MoreCampaign keepsakes serve as reminder for State Senator
By Traci Chapman Staff Writer They are interesting and unique – in fact, believed to be the only of their kind – decorative items for a state senator’s office, but they’re an important part of who Paul Rosino was and who he remains today. “I guess not a lot of people keep a pair of…
Read MoreFirefighters’ Freedom Celebration, 50 years in the making
Firefighters’ freedom celebration set for June 29 By Traci Chapman Staff Writer One of Mustang Fire Department’s biggest fundraisers is set to light up city skies for its 50th time, as volunteers get ready for Freedom Celebration 2019. Historically held the last Saturday in June, this year’s event is set for June 29 at the…
Read MoreGet your kicks at Peaceful Warriors – Local martial arts academy teaches more than self-defense
Peaceful Warriors, located at 3597 Northwest 32nd Street in Newcastle, trains the principles of many martial arts, such as tae kwon do, judo, copiera, yoga, parkour, and much more. With belt systems and leveled progression, the academy’s instructors see to it that all of those training are getting the most they can out of it. Cory…
Read MoreMan appeals sentence after guilty plea
Nguyen argues against restitution after killing two in fatal accident By Traci Chapman Staff Writer An Oklahoma City man who in February filed no contest to killing two people in 2016 while driving drunk has filed an appeal of the sentence imposed on him in the case. Nhut Hong Nguyen, 60, was convicted of misdemeanor…
Read MoreLibrarian named top city employee
By Traci Chapman Staff Writer A whirlwind of energy, enthusiasm and joy for everything Mustang Public Library has to offer the community, Nichole Valencia typically responded to the realization she was being honored for her contributions to that facility and all who use it – she didn’t believe it. That’s because the Mustang youth services…
Read MoreAmerican Legion presents annual public safety awards
By Traci Chapman Staff Writer Last week American Legion 353 continued one of its members’ most favorite of long-held traditions, recognizing the best and the brightest of Mustang and Canadian County emergency services personnel during a special April 11 ceremony. This year’s honorees – firefighter Chris Edwards, Mustang police officer Kevin Connolly and Canadian County…
Read MoreMPS approves teacher pay hike
Raises do not impact administrative, support staff, officials say By Traci Chapman Staff Writer Mustang Board of Education April 11 approved an agreement that granted a $2,488 pay raise for district teachers in the 2019-2020 school year. The agreement, entered into with the teachers’ union, Mustang Educators Association, provided the pay step for all teachers…
Read MoreCity council hopefuls make their case at chamber luncheon
By Traci Chapman Staff Writer Four candidates are counting down to a Tuesday election that will determine who represents Mustang City Council Wards II and VI. Those men Thursday stated their cases to Chamber of Commerce members during the organization’s monthly luncheon. The April 2 ballot actually features three city council and one school board…
Read MoreTwo vying for school board seat
Incumbent Schroeder facing challenger Young in Office No. 4 election By Traci Chapman Staff Writer Mustang Board of Education – much like its city council – has seen a lot of transition in recent years, as longtime members have taken their leave, as new representatives have taken the helm. Next Tuesday, voters will decide if…
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