Yukon Area News
Local resident, OSIDA director invites space companies to launch from OK Space Port
As billionaires launch into space on rockets, the Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority is seeking to attract more commercial companies to come to Burns Flat. “You can make a lot of noise out in Burns Flat — rocket, jet testing, whatever it may be,” OSIDA Executive Director Craig Smith said. “That’s the sound of money…
Read MoreMustang, Yukon discuss joint water treatment facility
A joint arsenic removal facility would benefit Mustang and Yukon, Jay Adams, Central Oklahoma Water Resource Authority chairman, said. “One of the things we can’t afford to neglect is doing long-range planning to make sure our communities have access to water,” he said. According to the World Health Organization, arsenic, which is a chemical element…
Read MoreCity’s wastewater treatment facility reaching capacity
As the City of Yukon polls citizens on the type of amenities they would like to see through a General Obligation Bond or Sales Tax, one item is threatening to be placed on the wish-list through necessity. The wastewater treatment plant has reached capacity in terms of water flow it is able to handle. The…
Read MoreCanadian County sheriff named to national organization executive office
Canadian County Sheriff Chris West attributes education and background in law enforcement as a key to winning election to office in 2016. Those qualities earned over the course of 38 years are now allowing him to represent state and county law enforcement at the national level. West was named to the office of Secretary for…
Read MoreFestival newcomer takes first-place at annual hot dog eating contest
Eating large quantities of food is in one Yukon resident’s DNA. To Hyrum Lawson’s family members, it was no surprise the 18-year-old won Yukon’s Freedom Fest Hot Dog Eating Contest. The first-time festival goer ate seven hot dogs in less than 10 minutes. “I didn’t really go in with the intent of winning,” Lawson said.…
Read MoreCity event draws 10s of thousands for food, fireworks and family fun
The city cannot provide an exact number for those who attended Freedom Fest this past weekend. In terms of economic impact, it will take some time before sales tax revenue figures for the holiday. But in terms of pronouncing the weekend an unqualified success, there is no hesitation. Seeing was believing. “It was a huge…
Read MoreFor the Dogs
Bragging rights were on the line in the four-legged world as Yukon Parks and Recreation hosted its Friday Fun Day Dog Show. Approximately 50 spectators and contestants turned out for the event, vying for top prizes in different categories. Among the categories up for grabs were Best Costume, Best Trick, Best Kisser, Best Behaved, Looks…
Read MoreLocal charities busy under weight of need and expectation
In regard to the current state of affairs, charities are reporting an increase of need for food and financial assistance as debate grows over an end to evictions and COVID-19 unemployment. Locally, the oilfield has not reached its former glory weighing down recovery efforts. “I think there is a trinkled down effect and we are…
Read MoreLocal rep talks ammunition shortage
Editor’s Note: This is the second story in a two-part series about ammunition shortages throughout Canadian County. Oklahoma state rep. Jay Steagall said his ammunition and gunsmithing business has provided ammo despite the nationwide shortage. “Manufacturing is an essential business,” Steagall said. “It’s critical for national security and national defense.” Ammunition shortages haven’t stopped Steagall…
Read MoreFirefighters working to fill golf tourney field
Hoses and ladders will give way to fairways and greens Friday as the Yukon Firefighters host an annual golf tournament. The tournament will begin at 9 a.m. with teams of four. Entry fee is $100 per golfer or $400 per team. Hole sponsorships are also available for $125. The tournament will be at Winter Creek…
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