Washita County NSDAR Chapter holds February meeting

The regular meeting of the Washita NSDAR chapter met on February 10, 2025 at the Café Clinton with the Regent Kay Hagerman , assisted by the Chaplain Robetha Farris opened the meeting with the DAR ritual.

CLUB News

NATIONAL VIETNAM WAR VETERANS DAYIn recognition of National Vietnam Veterans Day the Washita Chapter NSDAR will be conducting a Flag Raising Ceremony on Saturday, March 29, 2025@ 11 a.m.

Raffle winners announced for 2025 Bessie Pancake and Whole Hog Sausage Supper fundraiser

The Bessie Fire Department wrapped up another successful year of their annual Pancake and Whole Hog Sausage Supper on Monday, March 3rd. They also sent two lucky raffle winners home with some fiery prizes—lit erally.Jordan McCuiston hit the jackpot, winning a brand-new Glock G19 G5 9mm 4.

Sentinel grad named President of Warner University

Warner University’s Board of Trustees has chosen Dr. Gentry Sutton as the school’s fourth president.Dr. Sutton, originally from Washita County, graduated from Sentinel High School in 1993, where he was a proud Bulldog.

Washita Co. Commissioners minutes

Now on the 24th day of February 2025, the County Commissioners in and for Washita County met in regular session with Chairman Gossen calling the meeting to order.Chairman Gossen asked Kristen Dowell, County Clerk, for roll call.

WPLS welcomes new Cordell Library Manager

Western Plains Library System and the Cordell Public Library are excited to introduce Kaitlyn Goeringer- Evans as the Cordell Public Library’s new library manager. Goeringer-Evans is excited to be a part of WPLS and to help push the Cordell Public Library to become a pillar in its community.

Bessie Fire Department set to serve up annual pancakes and sausage

Grab your forks and bring your appetites because the Bessie Fire Department’s Pancake and Whole Hog Sausage Supper Fundraiser is back! Mark your calendars for Monday, March 3rd, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

CORDELL WRESTLERS BRING HOME STATE TITLES AND MEDALS AT OKWA CHAMPIONSHIPS

Four young wrestlers from Cordell with Blue Devil Wrestling Club made their mark at the 2025 Oklahoma Kids Wrestling Association (OKWA) State Championships this past weekend, February 21-22, in Oklahoma City at the Jim Norick Arena.

Washita Co. Commissioners minutes

Now on the 10th day of February 2025, the County Commissioners in and for Washita County met in regular session with Chairman Gossen calling the meeting to order.Chairman Gossen asked Kristen Dowell, County Clerk, for roll call.

Blue Devil News

Thrive program supports sudent growth and well-beingCordell Public Schools Superintendent, Travis Victory is excited to announce an update on its partnership with the Thrive Learning Collaborative. This innovative program provides students with alternative learning options.