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First Baptist Church to host concert by Singing Churchwomen

News Staff
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Over 100 Singing Churchwomen and musicians will perform this Sunday night at First Baptist Church, Cordell, located and 2nd and College, at 6:00 pm.Among those is Debbie Wedel, who is a Cordell native. Those participating are from Baptist churches all over Western and Central Oklahoma.

Washita County Commissioners’ Minutes

News Staff
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Now on the 17th day of February 2026, the County Commissioners in and for Washita County met in regular session with Chairman Chandler calling the meeting to order.Chairman Chandler asked Misty Holman, First Deputy County Clerk, for roll call.
Caregiver support services can provide valuable resources

Caregiver support services can provide valuable resources

Caregiver support services can provide valuable resources

News Staff
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Are you a family caregiver caring for a loved one? Are you a grandparent or older relative raising a child?Southwest Oklahoma Community Care Outreach can help connect caregivers with information, resources and services that can support you on your caregiving journey.
Emma Christian

Emma Christian

2025-2026 School year DAR Good Citizen Award Recipients announced

News Staff
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Emma Christian has been selected as the DAR Good Citizen for Cordell High School for 2025-2026. Washita Chapter NSDAR sponsors this program each year for 20 area high schools. The DAR Good Citizen Program and Scholarship Contest is intended to encourage and reward the qualities of good citizenship.
Cordell Fireman Lincoln Hunter

Cordell Fireman Lincoln Hunter

No injuries in Cordell structure fire

News Staff
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
The Cordell Fire Department responded to a structure fire on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 815 N. Market Street in Cordell.Firefighters were dispatched at 12:50 p.m. and arrived on scene within minutes, finding moderate smoke coming from a detached garage.
STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

News Staff
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Cordell Secondary Schools’ Students of the Month are: back row, L-R. Samuel Lindsey and Journ ee Cooper Front row, L-R Mackinlee Brunker, McKinley Moore, and Dakota Ivey.
Back row L-R Levon Burch, Josh Dickerson, Madisson Lopez, Kalley Fuller, Vera Burch, Tyson Dickerson, Cooper Chagollia, Braxton Campbell, Chad McDaugale. Front row L-R Trapper McDougale, Oakley Elizondo, Mason Hileman, Ruger Elizondo, Preslie Dickerson, Hunter Larsen. Not pictured: Grayson Noe - Photo by Rachel Dickerson

Back row L-R Levon Burch, Josh Dickerson, Madisson Lopez, Kalley Fuller, Vera Burch, Tyson Dickerson, Cooper Chagollia, Braxton Campbell, Chad McDaugale. Front row L-R Trapper McDougale, Oakley Elizondo, Mason Hileman, Ruger Elizondo, Preslie Dickerson, Hunter Larsen. Not pictured: Grayson Noe - Photo by Rachel Dickerson

Cordell Pee Wee Wrestlers Shine at OKWA State Tourney

Brooklynn Peek Reporter@cordellbeacon.com
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
The Cordell Pee Wee wrestlers made their mark at the OKWA State Tournament this past weekend, competing against some of the best young talent from across the state and bringing home multiple medals.
Coach Jakob Moles, Jacob Vela, and Coach JJ Williams. Photo by Brooklynn Peek

Coach Jakob Moles, Jacob Vela, and Coach JJ Williams. Photo by Brooklynn Peek

Vela Honored with Framed Jersey on Senior Night

News Staff
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Senior Night is always a meaningful occasion, but this year carried special significance as Jacob Vela was honored with his enclosed and framed #14 basketball jersey, surrounded by photos capturing moments from his high school career.
Photo by Rachel Dickerson

Photo by Rachel Dickerson

Blue Devils Rise at Regionals, Set Sights on OKWA State

News Staff
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
The Blue Devil Pee Wee wrestling team delivered an outstanding performance at the Southwest Regional Wrestling Tournament held in Norman on February 14, 2026, with numerous athletes earning top finishes and advancing to the prestigious state competition.
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