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Town of Rocky to hold first Christmas Bazaar

Brooklynn Peek Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Wednesday, December 8, 2021

Christmas cheer continues to spread through Washita County with the Rocky Christmas Bazaar which is taking place this weekend. This will be the first of many years to come for the This will be the first of many years to come for the Christmas Bazaar.

'Come Let Us Adore' Christmas Cantata

Ministerial Alliance plans Christmas Cantata program

Heather Flores Editor@cordellbeacon.com

Wednesday, December 8, 2021

Local churches of the Ministerial Alliance will be presenting this year’s Christmas Cantata entitled ‘Come Let Us Adore’ on Sunday, December 12th at 5:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Cordell.

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Sentinel man killed in car accident

News Staff

Wednesday, December 8, 2021

A Sentinel man died Friday, December 3rd, in a one vehicle accident that occured at approximately 11:40 p.m. on OK-44, about one half of a mile south of Sentinel in Washita County.

Homemade Holiday Delights That

Homemade Holiday Delights That Are Guaranteed to Butter Anyone Up

News Staff

Tuesday, November 30, 2021

(StatePoint) As we find ourselves surrounded by an abundance of this year’s “must-have” items, our shopping lists are often dictated by retail experts all claiming to offer the ultimate gift-giving guide.

Cordell Blue Devils FACULTY SPOTLIGHT

Lisa Griffith

Tuesday, November 30, 2021

Lisa Griffith, first grade teacher at Cordell Elementary is a fun and vibrant addition to the lives of many students. Her passion for teaching and love for her students is apparent. Thank you for caring so much for your students! Read more below on just why Mrs.

Nathan Jackson

Cordell Blue Devils STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

Nathan Jackson

Tuesday, November 30, 2021

Nate Jackson is a junior at Cordell High School. His active involvement in band and his love for music is only part of why he was chosen as this week’s Cordell Blue Devil Student Spotlight. When he’s not at school or in the band room, you can find him skateboarding around town.

To-Go Meals are packed and ready to deliver at the Community Thanksgiving held at the 4th and College Church of Christ. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Community Dinner and Plaza plates are huge success

Brooklynn Peek Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Tuesday, November 30, 2021

Full hearts, good company and an overall amazing time was had by all who were able to attend the Thanksgiving meal from the Cordell Plaza and the Third Annual Thanksgiving Feast arranged by Amy Riggs and Tonya Venable. “So many were blessed with full [stomachs],” said Riggs.

Chamber’s Country Christmas in the Park event set for Thursday

Brooklynn Peek Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Tuesday, November 30, 2021

Cordell is looking a lot brighter as the Christmas season approaches. Christmas decorations and lights can be seen all around town as the Christmas trees go up and festive banners are hung from the light poles around the square. The lights at Lee Park can be seen by all during the evening hours.

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OMICRON: A VARIANT OF CONCERN

Charla Ingram Ads@cordellbeacon.com

Tuesday, November 30, 2021

COVID-19 is making headlines again with another variant of concern. This new variant, B.1.1.529, now named Omicron, was first reported to WHO (World Health Organization) from South Africa on November 24th.

Washita Theatre to host Holiday Bingo and Movie Night Dec. 7th

Heather Flores Editor@cordellbeacon.com

Tuesday, November 30, 2021

Cordell Chamber of Commerce has a night of fun for the whole family planned at the Washita Theatre on Tuesday, December 7th beginning with Holiday Bingo at 6:00 p.m. The bingo games will take place in the theater’s Cave event room, with handicap accessible seating in the upper lobby.

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