Snowfall brings beautiful scenery to Washita County

Beacon reader Alexis Sutton captured this postcard-worthy photo of a snow covered garage and fence. After experiencing several pleasant days of mild weather, the local area is expecting another winter storm.

Matthew Goeringer honored by OTC

On Thursday, Jan. 27, Bessie native Matthew Goeringer was awarded Employee of the Quarter by the Oklahoma Tax Commission (OTC).

Cordell Blue Devil Student Spotlight Chelsea Maddox

Chelsea Maddox is a fun and vibrant fourth grader at Cordell Elementary. She was nominated as this week’s Cordell Blue Devil Student Spotlight by Mrs. Allison Russell. Her spunky personality has landed her in the much deserving spotlight!

Cordell Blue Devil Faculty Spotlight Bobby Blackburn

With having been at Cordell Schools for 32 years, Coach Blackburn has done it all. He has been a positive influence in many lives and even inspired some fellow teachers to follow their dreams. He has shaped and molded countless athletes into who they are today.

OSU Extension and OHCE to host free virtual Valentine’s Day party on February 10th

OSU Extension and OHCE Inc. invite you to text your best friend and join us for a virtual Valentine’s party. The theme for the free event is “Friendship” because when you get right down to it, friends are truly essential to our happiness.

Wind-fueled fire near Bessie threatens homes and animals

On the afternoon of Wednesday, Jan. 19, Corn and Bessie Fire Department responded to a fire sparked by power lines 4.5 miles east of Bessie. The fire was contained, but alas it rekindled that evening.

SWEATS FOR VETS

On Tuesday, Jan. 18, Cordell Masonic Lodge #127 facilitated the donation of 12,000 pairs of sweatpants and sweatshirts from Jim and Dana Price of Price Prints to the Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs.

Town of Corn Mayor receives award

The Oklahoma Municipal League recently presented Corn Mayor Barbara Nurnberg with the ‘25 Years of Service ‘ award. Nurnberg’s first meeting as a board member was February 1996 and her first meeting as mayor was November 2009. She has served continually as a board member and then as mayor.

FACULTY SPOTLIGHT

With having grown up in Cordell, what better way to enrich one’s teaching career than to teach the students of your hometown.

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

This week’s Cordell Blue Devil Student Spotlight is the fabulous Carlie Banks. Carlie is a photography loving sophomore who’s talent shines though every picture she takes. She’s an active FFA member and is looking forward to the start of soccer season.