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Ag grants and loans now available; due by Oct. 1, 2021

Wednesday, September 15, 2021

Two different funding opportunities, the Oklahoma Healthy Food Financing Program and the Agricultural Enhancement and Diversification Program, are now available through the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry. Applications will close October 1, 2021.

Midwestern US cattle growers help combat wildfires

Kim Kaplan

Wednesday, September 15, 2021

Using cattle grazing to create firebreaks on landscapes invaded by cheatgrass has successfully contained three rangeland wildfires in four years in the Great Basin—the latest being the Welch wildfire near Elko, Nevada, on July 18. U.S.

Cotton contamination is big problem during processing

Ron Smith

Wednesday, September 15, 2021

The U.S. cotton industry loses from $600 million to $750 million per year to contamination that creates production and quality issues for mills. “That’s a significant loss,” says USDA ARS Engineer John Wanjura, at the USDA ARS Gin Lab in Lubbock, Texas.

How some patients are finding drug-free relief from their chronic pain

Statepoint

Wednesday, September 15, 2021

When Chad VanCamp, 42, began feeling intense pain in his tailbone whenever he sat down, life changed. Suddenly, his favorite hobbies became unbearable and he began dreading everyday activities that most people wouldn’t think twice about -- car rides, airplane trips and even going out to dinner.

5 ways to stay busy and active after retirement

Statepoint

Wednesday, September 15, 2021

Many people look forward to their retirement for years. However, once it begins, they may find all the newfound free time overwhelming. If you’re planning on retiring soon, having a plan for how you’ll spend your time is important for your health and happiness.

New Cordell City Hall

Cordell City Council works to get splash pad project off the ground

Hector Lucas Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Wednesday, September 15, 2021

In an effort to continue to add things for Cordell residents to enjoy in town, city council members have begun their efforts to begin the construction of a splash pad for kids of Cordell to enjoy.

Tyler Arrington kneels on the courthouse lawn.

REMEMBERING VICTIMS OF 9/11

News Staff

Wednesday, September 15, 2021

On Saturday, 9/11/2021 Cordell firefighters participated in a remembrance stair climb honoring the victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Pictured above: Tyler Arrington and Andrew Maines climb the courthouse steps in full gear. PHOTOS BY TRAVIS SCOGGIN

School Board votes to change quarantine rules

Hector Lucas Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Wednesday, September 15, 2021

Following a school board meeting on Monday, September 13, board members have elected to no longer require students to quarantine after they’ve come in close contact with someone confirmed to have COVID at the school.

Cordell Memorial Hospital

As the pandemic continues, so do local vaccination efforts

Hector Lucas Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Wednesday, September 15, 2021

Around the state, local healthcare providers continue to go up against COVID-19 in a multitude of ways. Hospitals and medical clinics across the state treat patients who have the virus, administer vaccines, and continue with safety precautions and preventive measures against the virus.

FACULTY SPOTLIGHT Debbie Patton

CORDELL BLUE DEVILS FACULTY SPOTLIGHT

Hector Lucas Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Wednesday, September 8, 2021

Cordell Schools’ faculty help students and staff in a multitude of ways, whether it’s a teacher in the classroom, a librarian in the library, a cook serving lunch, or even a secretary in the office.

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