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Ann Loftiss, Merle Norman Cosmetics Studio Owner

Ann Loftiss, Merle Norman Cosmetics Studio Owner

Local business owner has enduring legacy in serving Cordell

Brooklynn Peek
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
Long-standing cosmetic brand franchise owner Ann Loftiss is celebrating 45 years with Merle Norman, a famous one-stop shop for cosmetics and skincare.In a recent interview, Loftiss shared her experience and love for her job, which dramatically impacted her life and several others.
"Straw" Berry

"Straw" Berry

Local cowboy poet to perform at Cowboy Hill

News Staff
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
Cordell’s cowboy poet Lavern “Straw” Berry will be featured On April 27th in a western artist collaborative at Cowboy Hill, a performance venue near Binger.Berry grew up in west central Oklahoma on a ranch in Washita County.
2024 Prom King Gage Miller and Queen Carlie Banks

2024 Prom King Gage Miller and Queen Carlie Banks

PROM ROYALTY 2024

News Staff
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
Gage Miller and Carlie Banks were voted Prom King and Queen at Cordell’s Prom on Saturday, April 20. 

Washita Co. Commissioners minutes

News Staff
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Now on the 8th day of April 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.

Hummingbirds arriving soon

News Staff
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Warmer weather means flowers will soon bloom, but it is not only colorful plants and shrubs that will appear in the landscape. Hummingbirds are expected to arrive in Oklahoma at any time.

Council approves City municipal pool details for 2024 season

News Staff
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
During their meeting on Monday night, Cordell City Council set the municipal pool’s operating schedule as well as pool rules with a few changes from last year.If all goes as planned Cordell’s swimming pool will open on May 26th with a free swim day. The standard hours will be from 1:00 p.m.
Residents of the Thompson house shared photo on social media.

Residents of the Thompson house shared photo on social media.

STRUCTURE FIRE IN BESSIE

News Staff
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
According to Bessie Fireman Matthew Georinger, on April 13, at approximately 7:15 PM, the Bessie Fire Department was paged to respond to a garage / shed fire at the Thompson residence.Bessie responded with two brush trucks, a rescue unit, an engine, and a tanker.
Elementary Chorus hits all the right notes

Elementary Chorus hits all the right notes

Elementary Chorus hits all the right notes

News Staff
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
On Saturday, April 6th, the 5th and 6th Grade Chorus, directed by Elizabeth Edge, competed in the Seiling Music Festival, hosted at Seiling Public Schools. These students worked incredibly hard preparing music for this event and their hard work paid off.
The building being demolished to make way for the new Bessie Fire Station has a long history and is full of interesting finds, such as these antique ceiling tiles that are going to be for sale as a fundraiser for the Fire Department.

The building being demolished to make way for the new Bessie Fire Station has a long history and is full of interesting finds, such as these antique ceiling tiles that are going to be for sale as a fundraiser for the Fire Department.

Bessie Fire Station construction begins with demolition

Brooklynn Peek Reporter@cordellbeacon.com
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
The Bessie Fire Department, a cornerstone of the Bessie community, underwent a significant reorganization in 1973, marking a new chapter in its history that began in 1904.
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