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Matthew Fuller, Britton Shields, Jacie McCown, Calliy Walker, Jacob Vela, and Eathan Fenning. Photo by Heather Benavidez

Cordell Blue Devils gear up for Homecoming Showdown

Brooklynn Peek Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

The Cordell Blue Devils are ready to play some ball after starting the week off with festivities leading up to the excitement of the Homecoming showdown against the Sayre Eagles on Friday, January 17th, beginning at 6:30 p.m.

January Students of the Month

Cordell Schools January Students of the Month

News Staff

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Cordell Junior High and High School Students of the Month for January are (back row) Destiny Barber, Raygan Wehunt, (middle row) Chloe Smith, Emma Christian, Kimber Megli, and (center) Deni Brice.

Washita Theatre to celebrate National Popcorn Day with BYOBucket

News Staff

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Popcorn lovers, get ready to celebrate National Popcorn Day in the most fun and creative way possible! On January 18, the Washita Theater in Cordell is rolling out the red carpet for an unforgettable evening filled with popcorn and a whole lot of fun.

DEBORA GLASGOW AND ROBIN SELMAN

SWODA celebrates retirement of two longtime leaders

News Staff

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

The South Western Oklahoma Development Authority (SWODA) proudly recognizes the recent retirement of two esteemed team members, Debora Glasgow and Robin Selman. Their decades of dedication and contributions have left a lasting impact on SWODA and the communities it serves.

Washita Co. Commissioners minutes

News Staff

Wednesday, January 8, 2025

Now on the 23rd 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.

100 YEARS AGO THIS MONTH

News Staff

Wednesday, January 8, 2025

The month of January has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in January 1925.· Christiania, the capital city of Norway, is renamed “Oslo” on January 1.

Interactive Safety Map Launched for Forward45 Transportation Plan

News Staff

Wednesday, January 8, 2025

[Burns Flat, OK] – The Southwest Oklahoma Regional Transportation Planning Organization (SORTPO) proudly announces the launch of its Safety Assessment Digital Map Survey, an interactive online tool designed to pinpoint safety concerns on a regional map.

Discover the stories behind artifacts at Cordell’s first Artifact Identification Day

Brooklynn Peek Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Wednesday, January 8, 2025

Do you have a mysterious arrowhead, ancient tool, or other artifact that sparks your curiosity? This Saturday, January 11, Cordell will host its First Artifact Identification Day at the Cordell Public Library. From 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

From left: Judge Gatlin, Washita County Court Clerk Lynda Vermillion, Washita County Clerk Kristen Dowell, Washita County District 2 Commissioner David Gray, and Washita County Sheriff Kevin Rozell. Photo by Heather Benavidez.

READY TO SERVE

News Staff

Wednesday, January 8, 2025

Elected County Officials were sworn into service by the Honorable Judge Brooke Gatlin on Thursday, Jan. 2nd to begin their new terms.

RIGHT: Shelly Holt of City Rescue Mission, Chanda Powers, News 9’s Jennifer Pierce, Travis Powers

Cordell educator sets new record with annual Pajama Drive

Brooklynn Peek Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Wednesday, January 8, 2025

Cordell Public Schools Reading Specialist Mrs. Chanda Powers has once again demonstrated the power of a generous and compassionate community with her annual Pajama Drive.This year, in collaboration with her husband, Travis, Mrs.

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