Mustang Times Area News
Employee of the Year
By Traci Chapman Staff Writer When Jerry Calloway retired in March, he did so as city of Mustang’s chief building official and with 13 years’ service to the municipality he loved. Last week, Mustang American Post 353 and city officials gathered to thank Calloway for that service, recognizing him as this year’s non-uniformed Employee of…
Read MoreAmerican Legion honors Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter of the Year
By Traci Chapman Staff Writer In two departments staffed by veteran employees who have worked for years on behalf of the city, it can’t always be easy for police and fire administrators to choose one individual to single out for recognition. Each year, however, they do so, nominating department representatives to be honored by American…
Read MoreOld Germany Restaurant closes, Choctaw Oktoberfest cancelled
After 42 years of drinks, meals and memories Old Germany Restaurant closed its doors for good Monday, April 16. Changing consumer tastes and dwindling restaurant attendance were the catalyst for what locals considered a rapid and unexpected closure. Shortly after celebrating 42 years of business, the Turek family was forced to make the decision which…
Read MoreThe Art Spot is the spot for area artists
By Jayson Knight Staff Writer Local artist Lindsey La Valle is the owner/operator of The Art Spot, located at 100 Ridgecrest Drive in Tuttle. The Art Spot is a one-stop shop for artists to fire up their creative abilities. La Valle offers many group classes, as well as private sessions. La Valle has a Bachelor’s…
Read MoreRelay for Life and Bark for Life return this month
By Jess Kelsey Managing Editor Mustang Public Schools students and employees are busy preparing for this year’s annual American Cancer Society fundraisers, including Relay for Life and Bark for Life. To help this year’s fundraisers, the public is invited to two upcoming events that will serve as benefits for the annual relay and the American…
Read MoreCrime victims’ vigil set for April 9
By Traci Chapman Staff Writer For those who have lost someone to a violent crime, remembrance can prompt a whirlwind of emotions – loss, sorrow, nostalgia, frustration, anger. Canadian County district attorney Mike Fields said he wants to ensure that one thing those families and friends, and crime victims themselves, never feel is isolation. “This…
Read MoreMustang springs into spring with annual egg hunt
By Traci Chapman Staff Writer Mustang Parks and Recreation has grown a lot in recent years, adding new activities and events large and small, but, as the clock counts down to March 24, city staff prepare for what could arguably be the department’s biggest event – Eggstravaganza. “It’s like a sea of children heading toward…
Read MoreSalon 152 styles its way into the future
By Jess Kelsey Managing Editor With new management and plans to expand services, Salon 152 Design Team is eagerly looking toward the future. Previously located off state Highway 152 in Mustang, Salon 152 is still upholding their professionalism and esteemed customer service at their current location at 1825 S. Morgan Road in Oklahoma City. Janette…
Read MoreOrders blooming at Mustang Flowers
By Jess Kelsey Managing Editor Love is in the air, and so is the smell of roses at Mustang Flowers and Gifts as employees begin preparations for Valentine’s Day. “It’s the busiest day of the year for us,” said Teresa DeBord, Mustang Flowers and Gifts part-owner. DeBord said she’s already ordered 4,000 roses and has…
Read MoreFillmore crowned Mrs. Oklahoma International 2018
Choctaw native passes crown to current resident Jennifer Fillmore, of Choctaw, has been named Mrs. Oklahoma International 2018 and will go on to compete for the title of Mrs. International 2018 during the final competition in Charleston, West Virgina this July. Fillmore, 39, was crowned Mrs. Oklahoma International earlier this month and will go on…
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