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Paisley Campbell, Kalley Fuller, Tyson Dickerson, Casen Wood, Cooper Chagollia, and Braxton Campbell

Paisley Campbell, Kalley Fuller, Tyson Dickerson, Casen Wood, Cooper Chagollia, and Braxton Campbell

Blue Devil wrestlers compete at Junior High All-State Tournament

The Cordell Junior High Blue Devil wrestling team was well represented at the Junior High All-State Wrestling Tournament held February 5–8, as several athletes took on some of the top competition from across the state.

Washita County Commissioners’ Minutes

Now on the 20th day of January 2026, the County Commissioners in and for Washita County met in regular session with Chairman Chandler calling the meeting to order.Chairman Chandler asked Kristen Dowell, County Clerk, for roll call.

Washita County Commissioners’ Minutes

Now on the 28th day of January 2026, the County Commissioners in and for Washita County met in a special session with Chairman Chandler calling the meeting to order. Chairman Chandler asked Kristen Dowell, County Clerk, for roll call.
Kemper Woodis named CKenergy Youth Tour Finalist

Kemper Woodis named CKenergy Youth Tour Finalist

Kemper Woodis named CKenergy Youth Tour Finalist

Kemper Woodis, a student at Cordell High School, has been announced as one of eight finalists for the 2026 CKenergy Youth Tour, a prestigious leadership and civic education program sponsored by CKenergy Electric Cooperative.
Cordell Schools’ bond proposal goes to vote on February 10th

Cordell Schools’ bond proposal goes to vote on February 10th

Cordell Schools’ bond proposal goes to vote on February 10th

Voters in the Cordell School District will have an opportunity to vote on a proposed bond that, if approved by voters, would provide $1.37 million in funding to support facility, safety, playground, and technology improvements across the district.
A WINTER WONDERLAND

A WINTER WONDERLAND

A WINTER WONDERLAND

The Arctic temperatures didn’t stop Washita County residents from enjoying a rare heavy snow. Busi nesses closed, schools had Snow Days, and many side roads remained impassable but the beauty of the sparkling drifts could not be denied.
CASA of Western Oklahoma Begins Volunteer Training in February

CASA of Western Oklahoma Begins Volunteer Training in February

CASA of Western Oklahoma Begins Volunteer Training in February

CASA of Western Oklahoma is the voice for deprived children in Custer, Washita, Beckham, and Roger Mills and Dewey counties. In FY 2024-25, 58 CASA of Western Oklahoma volunteers served 214 children on 102 cases in our service area.

STORAGE AUCTION

Kingsize Mini Storage Auction, Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the Mini Storage location, 501 N. Glenn English. This is a public auction to the highest bidder. If tenants pay their bills before the auction, the auction will be canceled.