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Washita County Commissioners’ Minutes

W-ashita Cou-nty

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Now on the 23rd day of March 2026, the County Commissioners in and for Washita County met in a regular session with Chairman Chandler calling the meeting to order.Chairman Chandler asked Kristen Dowell, County Clerk, for roll call.

Blue Devil Band headed to State!

News Staff

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

On a successful note, Cordell Blue Devil Band loaded the bus and headed to the State competition on Tuesday morning. Supporters lined the downtown square to cheer them on as they departed town. As of press time, the band had not given their performance, but next week’s Beacon will have an update!

Mayor presents awards

News Staff

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Mayor Phil Kliewer (center) presented special awards to Cordell PD’s Officer Marty Miller and citizen Eddie Ramsey for their heroic efforts during a search and recovery for Piper, an Australian Shepherd. Also receiving an award was Dustin Pool, who works in Cordell’s Electric Department.

Cordell Junior High Golf - Photo courtesy of Head Coach JJ Williams

On Par for Success

News Staff

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

On Tuesday, March 31, the Cordell Junior High Boys Golf team competed in the Elk City Junior High Tournament and produced a strong outcome. Cordell tied Elk City for first place, both finishing with a team score of 178.

The Washita County Courthouse in Cordell Oklahoma:

News Staff

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Gene Hines, a member of the Cordell Class of 1971, takes Cordell and Washita County folks on a wonderful, fun-filled journey through time as seen through the lens of a boy growing up in Washita County. My dad was the County Sheriff for all of my childhood.

Cordell’s United Supermarket deemed safe amid store closures

News Staff

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

HAC, Inc., parent company of Homeland and United Supermarkets recently announced that they would be closing some stores, and consolidating others in cities that have more than one HAC-owned property.

New Superintendent selected for Western Technology Center

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Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Jay Edelen is the new Superintendent for Western Technology Center starting July 1, 2026. This will be Western Technology Center’s seventh superintendent in its rich history of serving western Oklahoma since 1970.Edelen has dedicated the last 26 years to education.

Washita County Commissioners’ Minutes

News Staff

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Now on the 16th day of March 2026, the County Commissioners in and for Washita County met in regular session with Chairman Chandler calling the meeting to order.Chairman Chandler asked Kristen Dowell, County Clerk, for roll call.

Cordell Farmers Market Returns to Downtown Square this April

News Staff

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

The Cordell Farmer’s Market is returning this spring, bringing local vendors, homemade goods, and community fun back to downtown.Hosted by the Cordell Chamber of Commerce, the market will kick off its season on Monday, April 6, in the Pocket Park on South Market.

Co. Commissioners Chandler & Gossen announce bids for re-election

Greg Chandler

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Greg Chandler would like to announce his candidacy for re-election as Washita County Commissioner, District 3.Over the past three years, Chandler has been committed to infrastructure improvements, addressing local concerns, and fostering economic growth in Washita County.

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