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Oklahoma Lt. Gov. Matt Pinnell speaks to Elgin Middle School students in Melissa Evon’s civics class Monday. This elective class is open to any sixth-, seventh- or eighth-grade student. “It was a fantastic opportunity for kids to talk to someone in a statewide office who’s worked so hard for Oklahoma, to hear about all the great things going on in our state, and some of the challenges too,” Evon said. “Having guest speakers is just a great way for kids to learn about politics, service and citizenship. So, i

Oklahoma Lt. Gov. Matt Pinnell speaks to Elgin Middle School students in Melissa Evon’s civics class Monday. This elective class is open to any sixth-, seventh- or eighth-grade student. “It was a fantastic opportunity for kids to talk to someone in a statewide office who’s worked so hard for Oklahoma, to hear about all the great things going on in our state, and some of the challenges too,” Evon said. “Having guest speakers is just a great way for kids to learn about politics, service and citizenship. So, i

Lt. Gov. Pinnell speaks to Elgin students

Curtis Awbrey
Friday, May 20, 2022
ELGIN ­­–Oklahoma Lieutenant Governor Matt Pinnell made a stop in Elgin Monday afternoon to speak to a group of students at Elgin Middle School.
: From the left, Elgin City Councilman Fred Guevara and Mayor JJ Francais discuss an issue during a council meeting April 21 at Elgin City Hall. The council voted to earmark the city’s entire ARPA allocation for government services. Eric Swanson/Staff photo

: From the left, Elgin City Councilman Fred Guevara and Mayor JJ Francais discuss an issue during a council meeting April 21 at Elgin City Hall. The council voted to earmark the city’s entire ARPA allocation for government services. Eric Swanson/Staff photo

Elgin chooses standard allowance for revenue loss

News Staff
Friday, May 20, 2022
ELGIN – Elgin will use the federal government’s standard allowance for revenue loss, which is part of the American Rescue Plan Act, for providing city services.
STATE BOUND: Elgin’s Jessica Diley qualified for the Class 5A State tournament. Jessica and her teammates competed at the Class 5A Regional s at Lake Hefner Golf course in Oklahoma City

STATE BOUND: Elgin’s Jessica Diley qualified for the Class 5A State tournament. Jessica and her teammates competed at the Class 5A Regional s at Lake Hefner Golf course in Oklahoma City

State bound

News Staff
Friday, May 20, 2022
STATE BOUND: Elgin’s Jessica Diley qualified for the Class 5A State tournament. Jessica and her teammates competed at the Class 5A Regionals at Lake Hefner Golf course in Oklahoma City.

Owls have rough week, drop three games

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Friday, May 20, 2022
Elgin 3 Noble 7 Elgin 2 Piedmont 5 Elgin 5 Claremore 9   Elgin faced off against the Noble Bears to make up for a rained out earlier contest. The visiting Bears jumped out on top in the second inning scoring two runs to take control early on.
Photo by Lisa Carroll/Animal Welfare Coordinator, City of Elgin Animal Shelter

Photo by Lisa Carroll/Animal Welfare Coordinator, City of Elgin Animal Shelter

Senior gal seeks companionship

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Friday, May 20, 2022
Elgin Animal Shelter   Senior gal seeks companionship. Meet Harley! Don’t let that gray muzzle fool you, this 8 1/2-year-young Rottweiler mix is spunky and full of life! No time for a puppy? Harley may be just the girl for you!
Photo by Rick Endicott HOME RUN - Elgin Lady Owls celebrate a home - run during the Fletcher tournament on Apr. 15.

Photo by Rick Endicott HOME RUN - Elgin Lady Owls celebrate a home - run during the Fletcher tournament on Apr. 15.

Elgin Lady Owls turn on offense in victories

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Friday, May 20, 2022
Elgin 14 Calumet 4 Elgin 12 Canute 20 Elgin 16 Central High 10 Elgin 2 Cyril 10   Elgin took on the Calumet Lady Chieftains to open up the Fletcher Tournament. Elgin jumped out to an early lead, scoring four runs in the bottom of the first inning.

Elgin establishes building inspection fee schedule

News Staff
Friday, May 20, 2022
ELGIN – The Elgin City Council has moved forward with plans to adopting a fee schedule for building inspections but has not approved the schedule yet. The council voted April 12 to establish the fee schedule but will discuss the actual fees at the May meeting.
Photo by Lisa Carroll/Animal Welfare Coordinator, City of Elgin Animal Shelter

Photo by Lisa Carroll/Animal Welfare Coordinator, City of Elgin Animal Shelter

Elgin Animal Shelter Featured Pet

News Staff
Friday, May 20, 2022
Blue-eyed Buddha! If you’re looking for a good-looking, fun-loving, loyal sidekick, this 6-month-old is the boy for you! Buddha is a lover of people (all ages), rope toys and wrestling with his canine companions.
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