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Washita Chapter NSDAR meeting news

News Staff

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Washita Chapter, NSDAR met December 9, 2024 at the Cafe Clinton with Regent Kay Hagerman opening assisted by the Chaplin Robetha Farris. The group participated in the Pledge of Allegiance ; American’s Creed; Preamble to the Constitution and the Oklahoma Flag Salute.

Jean Ann Balzer, Alli May, Robetha Fariss

NSDAR continues book donations to Cordell School libraries

News Staff

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Robetha Fariss, Chaplain of the Washita Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR), presents a selection of books donated by the chapter to Cordell Schools to promote literacy and historical education.

‘Golden Memories of Craterville Park’ book signing to be held at Hobart Library

News Staff

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Wichita Mountain Fun is a new book released by Frank Rush III, son of E. Frank Rush and grandson of Frank S. Rush. The family lived in the Wichita Mountain range for nearly six decades (1901-1966), leaving an indelible mark on Southwest Oklahoma.

Oklahoma Attorney General Genter Drummond officially announces his candidacy for Governor in 2026 election

Gentner Drummond

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Joined by family, friends, and supporters at the Osage County Fairgrounds, Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond officially announced his campaign today for Governor of Oklahoma.

Debbie Holland

Genealogy Society plans annual workshop with Cordell’s Debbie Holland as featured speaker

News Staff

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Western Plains Weatherford Genealogy Society will have its annual workshop from 10:00 A. M. through 4:00 P. M. on Saturday, January 25 in the Wilkerson Room of the Weatherford City Hall, 522 West Rainey. The topic this year will be on “Cemeteries.

Jorey and Dakota Weins

Janitorial and Repair company brings services to Cordell area

Brooklynn Peek Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Introducing Weins Services, a family-run business specializing in residential and commercial janitorial cleaning, professional window cleaning, window screen repair, and handyman services.

Nocona Cook

Get to know Office 5 Cordell School Board Candidates

News Staff

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Three candidates, Nocona Cook (Incumbent), Dale Selman, and Randi Hunter are on the ballot for the expiring term of Seat 5 on the Cordell Board of Education. The Primary Election will be held on February 11th.

Regional Champs

REGIONAL CHAMPS

News Staff

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

The Cordell Elementary Academic Team, coached by Morgan Roberts, travelled to a meet in Mangum on January 16th and came home as the Regional Champions after four rounds of competition.

A Legacy of Leadership: Debora Glasgow

News Staff

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

It was a privilege to sit down with Debora Glasgow this summer, as she reflected on the journey that led her to 26 impactful years of service at South Western Oklahoma Development Authority (SWODA).

Commissioners minutes

News Staff

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Now on the 30th day of December 2024, the County Commissioners in and for Washita County met in regular session with Chairman Goeringer calling the meeting to order.Chairman Goeringer asked Kristen Dowell, County Clerk, for roll call.

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