Burns Flat couple could face life in prison after abuse charges

According to a report filed in Washita County District Court on September 1, 2022, two Washita County residents, Brandon and Chelsea Aaron of Burns Flat, are facing multiple charges resulting from an investigation concerning illegal treatment of their children.

Voters to decide on implementation of New Cordell city ordinance

In a special session held on August 23, the New Cordell City Council met to discuss and vote on an ordinance which will change three city positions from elected to appointed. Ultimately, the Council decided to allow registered voters of Cordell to determine whether the resolution will be adopted.

Oklahoma’s Promise scholarship now available to more families

Legislation to change base income requirements for the Oklahoma’s Promise scholarship program was signed into law by Gov. Kevin Stitt before the 2022 session adjourned on Wednesday, June 1, 2022.

Cordell’s Equity Bank branch bought by High Plains Bank

Equity Bank in Wichita, Kansas, (“Equity”) and High Plains Bank in Okeene, Oklahoma, (“High Plains”) announced a definitive purchase and assumption agreement for High Plains to acquire certain assets and assume the deposits of Equity’s bank location in Cordell, Oklahoma.

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Germans from Russia to hold conference

The Central Oklahoma Chapter of AHSGR has planned a much-awaited gathering of Germans from Russia descendants from all over Oklahoma. It will be held at the Herold Mennonite Church of Bessie, Oklahoma on September 17, 2022, from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm.

4-H HALL OF FAME WINNER

The Washita County 4-H Awards Program was held on August 15, 2022. 4-H Members and Volunteers were recognized for their hard work and support for the 2021-2022 program year.

Quick response by Cordell Fire Department saves local business

Local burger joint Shorty’s suffered a small amount of fire damage to the garage/warehouse at the left end of the building on Tuesday, August 16, located at 316 E. Main St., but the situation could have easily been much worse.

City Council covers several issues at regular meeting

The New Cordell City Council met on Monday, August 15th.

First National Bank Announces Merger with Blue Sky Bank

Story courtesy of WEATHERFORD DAILY NEWS Blue Sky Bank’s holding company, N.B.C Bancshares in Pawhuska, Inc., “Blue Sky Bank,” and First National Bank & Trust Company of Weatherford, “First National Bank,” jointly announced Thursday the anticipated merger of First National Bank into Blue Sky Bank.