By Traci Chapman Staff Writer The novel coronavirus has perhaps been particularly challenging for students and their families – and the educators dedicated to preparing them for their future. New data released by Mustang Public School District shows how virtual and distance learning, among other impacts of COVID-19, have affected student proficiency. That data was…

Canadian County Sheriff Chris West visited the U.S. Capitol in Washington DC Wednesday, January 6 in support of President Donald Trump.  That day, there was a riot at the Nation’s Capital that resulted in the deaths of five people.  Sheriff West said he was not present at the scene of the violence.  Accusations, originating on…

By Traci Chapman Staff Writer Mustang’s new animal welfare center is nearing completion, as a Monday tour confirmed the project is gearing up for its final weeks of construction. Mustang Police Chief Rob Groseclose and Deputy Chief Mike Wallace were on hand Monday for a look at the quickly developing $1.644 million, 5,560-square foot facility.…

By Traci Chapman Staff Writer Yukon’s Trinity Baptist Church celebrated a milestone in its community outreach efforts Sunday, as parishioners gathered for a groundbreaking of Together We Center, a development aimed at helping those who need it the most. Mustang Mayor-Elect Brian Grider will head the new center as its executive director and was a…

State health department expected to transition to daily appointments ‘soon’ By Traci Chapman Staff Writer When Oklahoma State Health Department officials prepared for the roll-out of vaccinations for the novel coronavirus to area seniors, they were a little concerned – that perhaps worries about the shots might keep those individuals away. That wasn’t a problem,…

By Traci Chapman Staff Writer It took 19 trucks working 38 days to clear the first pass of debris from a late October ice storm that caused extensive damage across the area, as city of Mustang crews returned to the task Jan. 5, after taking a holiday break, City Manager Tim Rooney says. Rooney issued…

Shop with an Officer a success, despite COVID-19 challenges By Traci Chapman Note: This is a revised version of a story printed in our Jan. 7 paper. I incorrectly read the city manager’s report concerning ice storm cleanup and am correcting that error here. I apologize for the inconvenience. TC It took 19 trucks working…

By Traci Chapman Staff Writer Mustang Police Department is asking for assistance in a burglary that cost a local business almost $20,000. The report came in to Mustang police dispatchers about 8:30 a.m. Nov. 29, and officers were sent to the 300 block of South Symes Lane on a report of an unsecured business. “Upon…

Honey Festival Saturday in Minco By Jayson Knight Jimmy Ross, owner/operator of Ross Honey Company in Minco, discussed Saturday the changes that will be made to this year’s Honey Festival.  The festival is hosted each year by the Minco Chamber of Commerce. There won’t be any tours of the honey plant this year, but Ross…

By Traci Chapman Staff Writer Mustang’s Water Reclamation Facility established firsts for municipalities and provided an opportunity for the city to reuse water in a way unique among Oklahoma communities; now it also has another distinction – it’s an award-winning facility. Keep Oklahoma Beautiful Nov. 20 awarded the reclamation plant its 2020 Environmental Excellence Award…