GH)--The Enid Police Department is investigating the death of an Enid woman whose body was found in an alley as a possible homicide. Enid Police officers responded to a report of a woman found lying in the north alleyway of the 700 block of West Nagel Sunday afternoon. Officers arrived and found a 27-year-old black woman, identified as Martika Ferguson, had been shot and was dead. The incident was initially reported by residents of the neighborhood, who saw the woman lying in the alley before calling police. Ferguson’s body was transported by the medical examiners officer to Oklahoma City for an autopsy. Anyone with information about this crime can call Garfield County Crime Stoppers at (580) 233-6233. Tipsters can earn a reward up to $1,000, will not be required to testify and will not be identified.
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CC)--Due to the recent record number of COVID-19 cases in Garfield County and Enid, the Enid Mayor and Board of Commissioners will consider a mask mandate during their meeting on Tuesday. Commissioners will meet at Stride Bank Center, beginning at 5:00 p.m. with a study session, followed by the regular meeting at 6:30. Both meetings are open to the public.
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CV)— Seven more virus-related deaths and 2,200 new COVID-19 cases were reported in the state since Sunday, according to daily numbers released late this morning by the Oklahoma State Department of Health. The health department said 32,275 cases are considered active in the state. A total of 197,745 Oklahomans have tested positive for COVID-19 and the total number of virus-related deaths increased to 1,743. So far, 163,727 Oklahomans have recovered from the virus with 1,772 more cases considered recovered since Sunday.
There have been 3985 positive COVID-19 cases, and 37 deaths in Garfield County. 3612 of those cases and 35 deaths have been in Enid. In surrounding counties: Kingfisher County has reported 909 cases, Major 519, Blaine County is at 408 cases, Alfalfa 390, and Grant 212.
COVID-19 Oklahoma Test Results
11.30.20
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Cases |
197,745 |
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*Total Cumulative Negative Specimens to Date (As of 11/25/20) |
1,873,468 |
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*Total Cumulative Number of Specimens to Date (As of 11/25/20) |
2,071,937 |
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Total Cumulative Hospitalizations |
12,258 |
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Total Cumulative Deaths |
1,743 |
*The total includes laboratory information provided to OSDH at the time of the report. Total counts may not reflect unique individuals. Data Source: Acute Disease Service, Oklahoma State Department of Health. As of 2020-11-30 at 7:00 a.m.
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LB)--The Enid Police Department is seeking information on a burglary that occurred in early November. On Nov. 6, Enid VFW, 612 N. Independence, reported someone damaged the door to the building and gained entry. Multiple trophies, a 36-inch long chrome sword, 100 pounds of venison, seven M1 Garand rifles modified for honor guard purposes and a coffee pot were taken. The estimated loss and damage is $6,330. Anyone with information is asked to contact EPD at (580) 242-7000 or Garfield County Crime Stoppers at 233-6233. Those with information can submit a tip anonymously. You can earn a reward up to $1,000, will not be required to testify and will not be identified.
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CO)--Enid Symphony Auxiliary Society has released its 2020 Christmas ornament, to benefit Enid Symphony Orchestra. This year’s “Flights of Fancy” ornament is a wooden bass clef, with a whimsical nod to the COVID-19 pandemic that has hampered ESO performances and fundraising. The auxiliary is a nonprofit, and a separate entity from Enid Symphony Orchestra, comprised of both men and women, with the mission to aid the symphony. Last year’s ornament sales helped purchase a new computer for the ESO office. This year’s ornaments cost $15 for one, or two for $25. For more information or to order ornaments, visit the auxiliary’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.comEnidSymphonyAuxiliarySociety/ and comment on the post regarding ornament sales.
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NR)--Northbound and southbound lanes on U.S. 81 in Kingfisher have been narrowed to one lane starting today. According to the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, surface work and striping will be completed during the lane closures, which will extend to 6:00 p.m. Friday between State Highway 33 and Sheridan.
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LS)--Distance learning will continue for Enid Public Schools. As it stands right now, the earliest date for in-person instruction would be Monday, December 7.
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SB)--There are two openings on the Enid School Board of Education. Qualified individuals interested in running as a candidate for the No. One seat and the No. Six seat on the Enid School District Board of Education may file to run at the Garfield County Election Board between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., December 7th through the 9th. Election packets with more information are available at the EPS Administrative Services Center, located at 500 S. Independence.
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CP)--The City of Enid Parks and Recreation presents “Christmas in the Park” at Meadowlake Park for the 2020 holiday season. The event is scheduled for December 5th, 12th, and 19th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This event is free for all ages and will be held at Meadowlake Park. Christmas in the Park will be a drive-thru only event this year to keep everyone safe; however, each vehicle will be given a bag of goodies as you enjoy your Christmas cruise. There will be lights and characters posted on both the North and South side of the park. When you enter the park from the North side entrance, you will be greeted by one of many holiday and winter characters such as Mrs. Claus, the Grinch, Rudolph, Frosty, and many more. The City of Enid will also be hosting a toy drive for Toys for Tots and will have a drop-off section for collecting new, unwrapped toys. Check out the Christmas in the Park Promo video: https://youtu.be/LL8kUQGemdU. For more information, contact the Special Events Coordinator at (580) 616-7210 or specialevent@enid.org. To check out upcoming events, go to: Enid.org/ParkEvents.
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IR)—The Downtown Ice Rink is now open. As title sponsors, Jiffy Trip and Williams Media Group (My Country 103.1 and Talk 100.9 KGWA) are joining Main Street Enid, the Stride Bank Center and Visit Enid in bringing an outdoor ice rink to downtown Enid. It is located at 400 S. Independence in the parking lot between the Stride Bank Center and the art installation Under Her Wing was the Universe. The rink will be open to the public through January 3.
Operating hours will be 3:00 pm-9:00 pm Monday through Thursday, 3:00 pm-11:00 pm Friday, 12:00 pm-11:00 pm Saturday and 12:00 pm-9:00 pm Sunday. Single day tickets will be $12 for general admission, which includes skate rental. A $60 Season Pass and special group and holiday party rates are also available. Tickets are available through the Stride Bank Center ticket outlets including area Jiffy Trips, or on site. Stride Bank Center general manager Kevin Boryzcki adds the arena will provide concessions on site. Visit the ice rink website, SkateInEnid.com, or look for the ice rink on Facebook and Instagram at SkateInEnid.
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