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KGWA Local News Thursday 10.28.22

PA)--Park Avenue Thrift has recently awarded more than $156,000 in grants to 15 nonprofits in Enid. “We are so thrilled to be able to fund great Enid organizations and projects this fall, including funds to renovate and update Adventure Quest’s Tot Lot for Leonardo’s Children’s Museum, community outdoor mural for Hayes Elementary (School), and underwrite Chautauqua-in-the-Schools for Chautauqua Council of Enid,” said Stela Jantzen, Park Avenue Thrift executive director. “This is all thanks to our amazing shoppers, donors, employees, board members and everyone who helps promote Park Avenue Thrift.” The total amount given is $156,795.

 

Other 2022 fall grant recipients are 4RKids Foundation, Bennie’s Barn Horse Therapy Ranch, Enid Public Schools STEAM, Enid SPCA, Enid Street Outreach Services, Enid Symphony Orchestra, Gaslight Theatre, Girl Scouts Service Unit 603, Monroe Elementary School, Public Library of Enid and Garfield County, Waller Middle School and Youth and Family Services.

 

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BM)--An Enid man was sentenced to 101 years in total last week on counts related to domestic assault and battery. Enid News and Eagle reports 27 year-old Alexander Aguilar, who was found guilty in a jury trial in September, on charges of domestic assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, domestic assault and battery resulting in great bodily harm and one count of domestic abuse-assault and battery. Aguilar was arrested and charged for beating, stabbing and threatening the female victim at a residence in the 200 block of East Ash in July 2021.  On Oct. 20 Aguilar received a one-year sentence in Garfield County Detention Facility on the first count; and 50 years each with Oklahoma Department of Corrections on the other two counts. Aguilar’s sentences will run consecutively, and he will receive credit for time served. A notice of intent to appeal was filed on Oct. 20, stating Aguilar intends to appeal all convictions to Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals.

 

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RW)--East Garriott will be reduced to one lane of traffic each way today while work is done near the intersection with Grand. According to the city of Enid, the inside lanes of Garriott Road will be closed while work is done on the middle islands. Work is expected to take two days. Motorists are encouraged to follow traffic control signs and to drive with caution.

 

 

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VN)--Volunteers are being sought for Enid Lights Up the Plains and other activities in downtown Enid during the holiday season. Main Street Enid, which organizes Enid Lights Up the Plains, is a volunteer-based organization that needs as many volunteers as possible this year. Executive Director Natalie Rapp said 30,000 people showed up for last year’s event, and with the return of The One, featuring the largest fresh-cut Christmas tree in the world, another huge crowd is expected for this year’s event on Friday November 25. At least 25-30 volunteers are being sought to assist that night. Volunteers are also needed to help decorate on Saturdays in November, and with additional activities throughout the season. There were about 70 volunteers who helped out on one or more occasions last year and even more are needed for this year.  A sign-up has been posted on the Main Street Enid Facebook page and website where people can sign up for different time slots. If people want to reach out directly, they can do so by calling (580) 234-1052 and asking for Charlet Ringwald, or by emailing her at charlet@mainstreetenid.org.

 

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HA)—There are a number of Halloween related activities in the coming days.

 

• Public Library of Enid and Garfield County is holding a Halloween Trick-or-Treat Bash, 10:00-11:00 a.m. Friday.

 

• United Way of Northwest Oklahoma will hold its annual chili cookoff fundraiser. The event will be 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Friday at Stride Bank Center. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Attendees can sample a variety of chili dishes at the event.

 

• Chisholm School Foundation is hosting a “Big Scary Night Out” at Moose Lodge. Doors open at 6:00 p.m Friday.

 

• Leonardo’s Children’s Museum will have HalloLeo’s, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday. It will include Halloween-inspired crafts and activities and costume parade. HalloLeo’s is free with regular admission or a Leonardo’s membership.

 

• AMBUCS clubs are hosting a benefit Costumes and Cocktails at Stride Bank Center, starting at 6:00 p.m. Saturday Tickets are $20 each.

 

• St. Francis Leven Center is hosting a Dia De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) dinner with homemade authentic Mexican cuisine. It starts at 6:00 p.m. Saturday. This is a Catholic celebration about the vibrant culture of Mexico. Tickets are $30 and include dinner and a drink. Must be 21 or older to attend.

 

• World Harvest Church is hosting a family friendly event beginning at 5:00 p.m Saturday. The event will include games, inflatables, trunk-or-treat and food trucks.

 

• Chisholm Trail Cowboy Church in Lahoma, will host a Fall-O-Ween Fest, 4:00-7:00 p.m Saturday.

 

• Open Door Church will host a trunk-or-treat event, 5:00-7:00 p.m. Sunday, 831 E. Broadway.

 

• Halloween and trick-or-treating in Enid will be on Monday.

 

• Oakwood Christian Church, 401 N. Oakwood, will host its Light The Night Halloween Alternative, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Monday with candy, activities and hayrides.

 

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PC)--Christian rock band Petra is coming to Stride Bank Center on Oct. 30 Stride Bank Center is one of the stops on Petra's nationwide 50th Anniversary Fall Reunion Tour. The group is regarded as a pioneer of the Christian rock and contemporary Christian music genres and has been referred to as “the world’s most popular Christian rock band.” Tickets are on sale at StrideBankCenter.com or the SBC office on the second floor of the center. Tickets are $30 or $40, plus fees, and groups of 10 or more can get a $5 discount off $30 tickets by calling (580) 616-7381.

 

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