Cordell Schools’ bond proposition passed by voters

Voters in the Cordell School District voted 190 to 76 last Tuesday in favor of a proposed two-year bond that will fund needed upgrades and renovations at the campus. There is no projected tax increase associated with the bond.

WPLS Welcomes New Bookmobile to Service

Western Plains Library System is excited to continue its long history of exemplary service across western Oklahoma with a fresh look through a new bookmobile.

CONGRATULATIONS, OLIVIA!

Cordell's Olivia Gideon was crowned 2026 Little Miss Wheelchair Oklahoma. The Oklahoma organization is a subsidiary of Ms.

TOP TEN PERCENT

Before the Cordell vs. Watonga basketball game on Friday, February 13, Cordell Public Schools proudly recognized several outstanding sophomores for earning placement in the top 10% of their class.

Commissioners’ Minutes

Now on the 2nd day of February 2026, the County Commissioners in and for Washita County met in regular session with Chairman Chandler calling the meeting to order.Chandler asked Kristen Dowell, County Clerk, for roll call. Roll call was answered by Gossen, present; Gray, present; Chandler, present.

Local Sons of Confederate Veterans Camp to Host First Annual Lee/Jackson Banquet in Weatherford Feb. 27th

The Brigadier General Douglas Hancock Cooper Camp #2361 of the Oklahoma Division of the Sons of Confederate Veterans will host a Lee/Jackson banquet at 6:30 P.M. on Friday, February 27th at Lucille’s Roadhouse in Weatherford.

Four Careers in modern ag

Farming and ranching may be the first roles people think of when they envision jobs in agriculture. But the modern agricultural sector offers a much wider range of career paths as well.

Cordell State of the City 2025 report by Mayor Phil Kliewer

The state of the City of Cordell is forward moving, financially solid, and our future looks exceptionally promising.

New and improved schedule announced for Washita Theater

The Washita Theater in Cordell has announced a change to its Saturday movie schedule, effective immediately.Previously, Saturday movie showings featured doors opening at 6 p.m. with the movie beginning at 7 p.m. Going forward, on most Saturdays, doors will now open earlier at 4 p.m.

Get ready to fall in love with Blue Devil basketball

Friday, February 13, Blue Devil High School will be serving up a full-court press of school spirit, senior celebrations, and Valentine’s Day fun as the Blue Devils host the Watonga Eagles for a special home matchup.