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Winner, winner

News Staff

Tuesday, December 1, 2020

Cordell Police Chief Brandon Rogers presents Claire Priest with her prize for winning the police department’s Halloween costume contest. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

TAKING A BREAK: When does productive become counter-productive?

Sarah Mears-ivy It’s Time To Talk About

Tuesday, December 1, 2020

Sometimes I forget to take care of myself. Sometimes I push myself too hard for far too long. I do not have a logical reason for doing this but assume this behavior comes from a combination of my upbringing, a genuine desire to be of service and our cultural values in general.

A 30-second image of a Geminid Meteor shower. JASON JENKINS / COMMONS.WIKIMEDIA.ORG

News You can use from Quartz Mountain: It’s a time to give thanks

Sue Hokanson

Tuesday, December 1, 2020

November has flown by and December is here. For those of us north of the equator, our days will continue to shorten (and nights lengthen) until the solstice on Dec.21. For those in the southern hemisphere just the opposite is happening: days are getting longer and warmer.

LEFT: Senior Adden Zanghi charges through the Mangum defenders en route to a touchdown. PHOTOS BY FLORA WALTERS

The Blue Devil Beat

Flla Waltts

Tuesday, November 10, 2020

The Cordell Beacon’s Blue Devil Beat is proud to bring you weekly updates on many school activities, such as upcoming games, fundraisers, club meetings, and much more. This special section will keep you updated on all of the important things happening in and around our school.

Flashbacks

From The Archives Of The Cordell Beacon

Tuesday, November 10, 2020

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Responsible pet owners: Beware pets as gifts

Sarah Mears-ivy It’s Time To Talk About

Tuesday, November 10, 2020

Last week I wrote a bit about coping with upcoming holiday stress, which actually got me thinking about holiday giftgiving, which then led me to think about one of my personal pet peeves: Giving pets as gifts.

The Holiday season: Be mindful of stress

Sarah Mears-ivy It’s Time To Talk About

Wednesday, November 4, 2020

It seems the passing of Halloween marks the beginning of the holiday season frenzy. I know this holiday season may be a bit different than seasons past because of COVID-19, but I imagine folks will find time and ways to celebrate.

It’s Time To Talk About Finding Support

Sarah Mears-ivy Thitacustercotc

Tuesday, October 20, 2020

Many people in recovery know a thing or two about facing our fears. However, we sometimes allow our fears to control us even as we work to recover. The thing about fear is that it paralyzes. We stay in bad situations. We settle for crummy jobs. We allow others to walk all over us.

The Blue Devil Beat

Flora Walters

Tuesday, October 20, 2020

It’s Time To Talk About Screen Time

Sarah Mears-ivy

Tuesday, October 6, 2020

Screen Time I will be the first to admit I am guilty of spending too much time in front of a screen. Whether it be my laptop or my cell phone.

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