Prayer without action will not protect our children in America’s schools

During the last week of May, not only did our state see the conclusion of the 2nd Session of the 58th Oklahoma Legislature, I had the pleasure of serving as the parliamentarian for the Oklahoma Conference of the United Methodist Church.

How can you cope with market volatility?

As an investor, you can easily feel frustrated to see short-term drops in your investment statements. But while you cannot control the market, you may find it helpful to review the factors you can control.

Washita County NSDAR News

The April 11, 2022 Washita Chapter NSDAR meeting was opened by the Regent Carol Batterton and assisted by the Chaplain Virginia Reid.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

The Cordell Beacon welcomes letters to the editor that comment on and further the public debate on topics of general or community interest. Letters are limited to 250 words. The Cordell Beacon reserves the right to edit any submission prior to publication for length or clarity.

BF-DC Weekly 4H Club Report

The Washita County Fashion Review and Impressive Dress was held March 29, 2022. The two part event was hosted by the Sentinel 4-H club. Fashion Review is for items sewn or created by the 4-H member.

Cordell Blue Devil Student Spotlight Renee Javorsky

This week our Cordell Blue Devil Student Spotlight is non other than Renee Javorsky. Renee is a senior and the captain for basketball, soccer and cheer.

Cordell Blue Devil Faculty Spotlight Jennifer Estes

This week our Cordell Blue Devil Faculty Spotlight is 8th grade science and biology teacher, Jennifer Estes. She strives to make everyday an enjoyable and engaging learning experience in her classroom. She cares deeply for her students and continues to make a lasting impression in their lives.

Modern Homemakers hold March meeting

Modern Homemakers met at the OSU Extension Center on March 7, 2022 at 6:30 pm. Members brought box meals and Linda Miller served a delicious cheese cake with blueberries and cherries. President Vickie Foster called the meeting to order with the flag salute.

BF-DC Weekly 4H Report

Spring Break means OYE for the stock show people. OYE stands for Oklahoma Youth Expo. OYE is the World’s Largest junior livestock show. Burns Flat-Dill City 4-H is well represented by Aubrey Sturgeon showing beef cattle. Brance and Braxton Barnett are representing in the marketplace.

Washita County OHCE Association presents awards

Back left: Lona Horton, Verena Misener and Phyllis Boothe Front left: Lois Johnson, Jane Shull, Lowayne Piercey and Anna Prickett The Oklahoma Home & Community Education Association of Washita County recently held their spring county council meeting.