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12-31 News: in brief
EDMOND — New U.S. attorney sworn into office
Sanford C. Coats, a federal prosecutor since 2004, was sworn into office Wednesday afternoon as the U.S. attorney for the Western District of Oklahoma.
The U.S. Senate unanimously confirmed Coats’ appointment Dec. 24, and President Barack Obama subsequently signed Coats’ commission before Coats was sworn into office. Obama nominated Coats on Sept. 30.
“I am very honored and humbled to serve my country and the citizens of the Western District of Oklahoma in this capacity,” Coats said in a news release. “I am confident that the talented men and women in this office will continue to protect our citizens, defend our national security and represent the interests of the United States through the ethical, vigorous and impartial enforcement of our laws.”
As U.S. attorney, Coats will supervise the prosecution of all federal crimes and the litigation of all civil matters in which the United States has an interest. He oversees the work of nearly 90 employees, including 37 assistant U.S. attorneys. The Western District of Oklahoma is the largest of three judicial districts in the state and includes 40 of the 77 counties.
Coats succeeds Robert J. Troester, who has been serving as the acting U.S. attorney since August.
Sheriff’s office cancels sobriety checkpoint
The Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Office has canceled a sobriety checkpoint that was to be held somewhere in the county from 10:30 p.m. Saturday to 3 a.m. Sunday.
In a news release, sheriff’s office spokesman Mark Myers said due to expected freezing temperatures, mixed with the danger of moisture on the roads, the checkpoint was canceled.
Myers said additional deputies will still conduct DUI saturation patrols, Myers said.
In Oklahoma, the maximum penalty for a first-time DUI conviction is one year in jail, a $1,000 fine and six months revocation of driver’s license. The Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Office attempts to conduct at least one sobriety checkpoint each month.
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Locals depart on Leavenworth 10 Freedom Ride
OKLAHOMA CITY —They came from towns across Oklahoma and the riders want U.S. military and political leaders to know about the Leavenworth 10:
• 1st Lt. Michael Behenna
• Sgt. Evan Vela Carnahan
• Pfc. Corey Clagett
• Staff Sgt. Raymond Girouard
• Master Sgt. John E. Hatley
• Spec. William B. Hunsaker
• Sgt. Larry Hutchins
• Sgt. Michael Leahy
• Sgt. 1st Class Joseph Mayo
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Rolling paper, scales lead to marijuana bust
Rolling paper, a cigar blunt wrap, digital scales and hydrocodone led to the seizure of 110 grams of marijuana from an Edmond home, police said.
An anonymous tip about illegal drug usage led police on Aug. 28 to an apartment at 1300 E. Ayers, according to a report filed by Edmond Police Officer Joshua Pratt. -
A&E show to shine light on hoarding in Oklahoma
One Edmond family will be the focus of a television program shedding light on an increasingly common problem.
Behind closed doors, many Oklahomans struggle with a form of obsessive-compulsive disorder known as “hoarding,” which is marked by a need to acquire and keep things, even if the items are worthless, hazardous or unsanitary. -
9-4 Labor day closings
All City of Edmond offices will be closed Monday to observe Labor Day. Trash collection will be delayed one day for the remainder of the week and Citylink Bus service will not run.
Other closings include:
• State and federal offices will be closed Monday. -
9-4 Community: your news
DAR promotes Constitution Week awareness
The Samuel King Chapter, NSDAR, will hold its annual membership registration and guest tea at the home of Rosalind Triplett at 2 p.m. Sept. 12. Members, their guests and those interested in becoming members are invited to attend. -
9-4 Calendar
Edmond community events
4 Saturday
The 32nd annual Arts Festival Oklahoma is set for Sept. 4-6 at Oklahoma City Community College where festival-goers may view and purchase original artwork and handicrafts, listen to live performances and sample a diverse selection of food. Arts Festival Oklahoma is produced and hosted by Oklahoma City Community College. For more information, go to occc.edu/afo. -
Artist visits swan sculpture
Acclaimed as one of the world’s greatest living sculptors, Sir David Wynne unveils a commissioned iconic monumental-size sculpture, Swans in Flight, Friday afternoon in front of Armstrong Auditorium.
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9-4 Calendar: Edmond senior center
Monday
Edmond Senior Center closed for Labor Day
Tuesday
9:15 a.m.: Early Risers exercise
10 a.m.: *Quilting group
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$20M concert hall opens in Edmond
Sitting in one of Armstrong Auditorium’s plush seats, looking at the concert stage you can easily imagine Luciano Pavarotti singing “Nessun Dorma.”
It won’t be long before patrons will be listening to actual world-class artists performing on the stage. -
Republican women open HQ
Republican gubernatorial candidate Mary Fallin asked undecided voters to carefully consider where each candidate stands on issues concerning Oklahoma.
The 5th District congresswoman was one of many dignitaries attending the Edmond Republican Women Headquarters grand opening Thursday morning at 3409 Broadway Extension, suite 600. - More Local News Headlines
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