TC)--Plans and work for a new movie theater and entertainment complex on South Garland continue to move forward. Officials said the complex should be open before the end of 2024, as S&K Cinemas, which operates theaters in three states, has a goal to break ground on the project in August or September. Contractors predict a 14-month timeframe for completion, although the timeline could vary depending on weather and other variables. In December, the Enid City Commission approved a $3.8 million package, consisting of a $1.5 million loan to be paid back over 30 years and $2.3 million in cash incentives with S&K Cinema Holdings Group. The theater itself is planned to feature nine screens, with one being an IMAX-sized Iconic Mega Screen with 3D surround sound and electrically reclining chairs. The entertainment complex will include duckpin bowling with 11 lanes, around 100 arcade games and a massive prize room where tickets can be redeemed. There will be a lobby offering full-service ice cream, including Dippin’ Dots.
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RH)--Rachel Harris, Enid director of YouthBuild, recently was named national Director of the Year at an annual conference in Washington, D.C. YouthBuild helps young people get from bad situations to employment by assisting them in taking down barriers they face. Kids in YouthBuild spend half of their time in school to get a high school diploma and the other half of their time on a construction site. Cherri Ezzell, executive director of Community Development Support Association said, “We are all really proud of Rachel. She creates a supportive culture and achieves positive outcomes.”
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NC)--Charlene Flanery, executive director of Enid Regional Development Alliance, recently earned designation as a certified economic developer. The national recognition “denotes a mastery of skills in economic development, professional attainment and a commitment to personal and professional growth,” according to a press release. The designation recognizes qualified and dedicated practitioners in the economic development field and sets the standard of excellence within the profession.
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ST)--Enid municipal court and the city court clerk’s office will be closed for annual staff training from Wednesday to Friday. According to the city of Enid, regular business hours for the court clerk’s office will resume at 8:00 a.m., and regular court will resume at 2:00 p.m. on June 12. People can make payments online at http://www.enid.org/fines. For questions, contact the Enid City Marshal’s Office at (580) 402-5721.
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WO)--A planned water outage is scheduled for Wednesday night along part of West Garriott to allow workers to make new waterline connections. According to the city of Enid, the outage will affect West Garriott from the 4700 block to the 5300 block. The water outage is expected to begin at 9:30 p.m. with services expected to be restored by 3:30 a.m.
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