Duncan, Okla. – Main Street Duncan held its annual banquet Thursday, July 24 at The Think Ability Gardens, marking a night of celebration, recognition, and community spirit. The event featured both live and silent auctions, sponsored by Special Days Cakes & Confectionary. Guests enjoyed DJ music from Charm’n Entertainment, a photo booth by DD Visuals, and several raffle prizes, donated by local merchants, sponsored by Whitten Funeral Home.
A highlight of the evening was the live auction, expertly conducted by Gary Criwell. Proceeds from the night will go toward the purchase of new Christmas lights for downtown Duncan, brightening the streets for the upcoming holiday season.
The evening’s awards, proudly sponsored by Preferred Realty, recognized outstanding individuals and organizations for their dedication to the Main Street Duncan misson:
● Bobby Richardson Community Spirit Award – Victoria Lewis
● Best Business Revitalization – Duncan Little Theatre
● Main Street Hero – YS Asset Management
● Volunteer of the Year – Varai Med Center
● Board Member of the Year – Tana Latham Calhoun
● Loyal Like Burehl Award – Billie Strutton
“We are incredibly grateful to everyone who made this event such a success,” said Brandi Johnson , Executive Director of Main Street Duncan. “It was a beautiful evening to honor the heart of our program—our volunteers, board members, and local businesses who go above and beyond. Their commitment keeps Main Street thriving, and their passion drives our future. Thank you for making Duncan a better place for everyone.”
A special thank you to Main Street Floral & Events for their outstanding food, décor, and expert event coordination making the night that much more memorable.
Main Street Duncan looks forward to continuing its mission of downtown revitalization, community building, and economic development through the support of its dedicated partners and residents.