Derrick Courson, who filled in as interim manager at the Alva Regional Airport, has now been promoted to manager. The Alva Airport Commission met Tuesday night, Oct. 13, since Monday was a holiday. Chairman Dale Logsdon was absent so Terry Turner presided over the meeting. Other members present were Paul Kinzie, Calleb Mosburg and Kelly Parker. Alva Business Manager Angelica Brady also attended.

After approval of the minutes, Mayor Parker and Business Manager Brady gave a city council report. Parker said the city’s cash position continues to improve, and there should be no problem paying back...