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Snowy day creates beautiful scenery in Washita County

News Staff

Wednesday, November 16, 2022

A winter storm moved through our area on Monday and left lawns, homes and cars blanketed with several inches of snow. Ground temperatures were still well above freezing, so the fluffy drifts melted quickly.

Whitten and Waverly Schneberger with their pet turkey, Tommy.

NEW TURKEY TRADITION?

News Staff

Wednesday, November 16, 2022

November and December are full of traditions – Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, football games, watching the classically known claymation Christmas movies, and the all-time favorite, the turkey- or, ham for some.

Rollover accident occurs near Lee Park in Cordell

News Staff

Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Police Chief Dustin Denney told the Beacon “From the initial investigation it appears the driver was east bound on 4th street and crossed over Glen English failing to stop at the stop sign striking the curb on the east side of Glen English.

Sundae and Matt Schulte, circa 1994

A TALE OF TWO VETERANS

Brooklynn Peek Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Two former Marines, Matt and Sundae Schulte, take Semper Fi to another level with their enduring tale that has withstood the test of time and the military. Raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Sundae never expressed interest in the military; that is, until the day recruiters paid a visit to her high school.

Russ, Chandler victorious; Cordell propositions fail to pass

News Staff

Wednesday, November 9, 2022

In Tuesday’s General Election, Washita County voters chose to re-elect Republican Kevin Stitt as Governor. As of press time, state results predicted a win for Stitt. Absentee and early voting favored Hofmeister, but election day voters tipped the scales in Stitt’s favor.

43rd Annual 4-H Bean Supper and Carnival fundraiser Nov. 14

News Staff

Wednesday, November 9, 2022

It’s that time of the year again! For a little over four decades, Washita County residents have come together to enjoy the Annual 4-H Bean Supper and Carnival. This year’s event is set to take place on Nov. 14 at the Washita County Activity Center in Cordell.

Cordell Alum inducted into PSU Hall of Fame

News Staff

Wednesday, November 2, 2022

Jerry “Trigger” Havens, a 1960 graduate of Cordell High School was inducted into the Oklahoma Panhandle State University Athletic Hall of Fame at a ceremony at the University on Saturday, September 17, 2022. Jerry was a member of the basketball teams from 1960 to 1965.

Washita County Sheriff Roger Reeve, County Clerk Kristen Dowell, Treasurer Sherry Nightengale, and Commissioner Bart Gossen stand along Governor Kevin Stitt at the groundbreaking ceremony for Premium Aerospace Center in Burns Flat on Monday

Burns Flat chosen for aerospace company’s headquarters

News Staff

Wednesday, November 2, 2022

Big news for Washita County as Premium Aerospace Center says it will create as many as 600 new jobs over the next few years Governor Kevin Stitt and local leaders announced Monday that Premium Aerospace Center (PAC) will locate its international headquarters at the Oklahoma Air & Space Port...

Haunted Morgue crew poses for a group photo on Halloween night.

THAT’S A WRAP! SPOOKY SEASON ENDS ON A FUN NOTE FOR ALL!

News Staff

Wednesday, November 2, 2022

The Cordell Fire Department (CFD) completed yet another successful Halloween season with their notorious Haunted Morgue. Visitors from out of state, local and surrounding areas came to experience the “10/10” and “definitely worth the drive” two-story, 13 room haunted bewilderment of the season.

Keep your baby safe: One family’s harrowing experience with RSV

News Staff

Wednesday, October 26, 2022

Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV, is so common that nearly 100% of children have been infected by age 2. Most people, including infants, develop only mild cold-like symptoms. However for some, RSV can be severe and even life threatening.

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