Deadline to request absentee ballot for upcoming election is April 5th

Voters in Washita County who want absentee ballots mailed to them for the April 5th, 2022 Burns Flat-Dill City School Special Bond Issue Election should apply now, County Election Board Secretary said today.

Bessie Fire Department Pancake Supper to take place next Monday

Prepare your belly and taste buds, it’s time for the annual Bessie Pancake Supper! The well-known Bessie Fire Department (BFD) fundraiser of all-you-can eat pancakes and whole hog sausage is set for Monday, March 7 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the Bessie Gymnasium.

Voter registration deadline approaching

March 11th is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the April 5th 2022 Burns Flat-Dill City School Special Bond Issue Election, Washita County Election Board Assistant Secretary Ashton Hymer said today.

Cordell Blue Devil Student Spotlight Sloane Roberts

This week our Cordell Blue Devil Student Spotlight beams down on Sloane Roberts! She is a 2nd grader in Mrs. Wall's class. Sloane is happiest when playing softball and eating pizza! Sloane's personality is fun and vibrant!

2022 National FFA Week Salutes!

Burns Flat-Dill City FFA Chapter Officers Back row: Colin Walters (Sentinel), Luke Schneberger (President), Trevor Teague (Vice President) Front row: Evan Donaldson (Secretary), Jolene Thompson (Treasurer), Evely Veloz (Reporter) Canute FFA Chapter Officers Front Center-Jake Estes Middle-Rook...

From the desk of Larry R. Johnson, Superintendent

To be honest, I’m not very good about bragging on things. However, it’s time that I make everyone aware of the great things that have been happening at BFDC Schools. When I came here nearly 5 years ago, our school board and I discussed a vision for our school system.

Cordell Beacon Valentine’s Day Coloring Contest Winners

Ellison Holman, Age 7 Makenzie Kautz, Age 9 Quinn Baehler, Age 3

Protect those who are most vulnerable from the flu this year

Flu season is still underway and it’s important to protect yourself and your loved ones. While influenza can have severe health consequences for anyone, adults 65 and older and those with chronic health conditions are especially vulnerable.

A CLOSER LOOK AT FFA

Future Farmers of America (FFA) is much more than an elective interest in school. It is a source to be applied to one’s life that will benefit and provide one with the necessary knowledge and experience to not only be successful but to thrive independently.

CBA students named National Merit Finalists

Corn Bible Academy (CBA) had two seniors, out of a class of 11 students, who became National Merit Finalists this year. Harrison Penner is the son of Hal and Geneva Penner of Weatherford, OK.