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Washita-Custer County Treatment Court continues to change lives

Tuesday, August 17, 2021

A life-changing experience. That is how some members of the Washita-Custer County Treatment Court Program described their time in the program thus far during one of its court sessions this month. But what is the Washita-Custer County Treatment Court Program?

Cordell Schools update Return to Learn plan as school year begins

Hector Lucas Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Tuesday, August 17, 2021

As Cordell Schools starts up its first official full week, updates to its “Return to Learn” plan have been made in preparation for dealing with the ongoing pandemic.

SWOSU upcoming dates announced

News Staff

Wednesday, August 11, 2021

August 16th, 2020. Fall semester classes begin August 16 at Southwestern Oklahoma State University in Weatherford, Sayre, and Yukon, and enrollment continues for students who want to begin or continue their educational endeavors at SWOSU.

Health tips for older adults

Statepoint Media

Wednesday, August 11, 2021

Many older adults have been delaying preventive health care during the pandemic because of fear of visiting the doctor’s office. As more people get vaccinated for COVID-19, now may be a good time to make up for gaps in care, according to Dr.

Health tips for older adults

Fresh air keeps you healthy

Statepoint Media

Wednesday, August 11, 2021

Fresh air is essential for mental and physical well-being. However, Americans on average spend approximately 90 percent of their time indoors, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.

Edward Jones branch Office Administrator receives prestigious Spirit of Caring Award

News Staff

Wednesday, August 11, 2021

Carolyn N Heerwald of the financial services firm Edward Jones in Cordell, Ok recently received the firm’s exclusive Spirit of Caring Award designed to recognize those branch office administrators who exemplify the values, culture and spirit of giving back.

OU Board of Regents Acts to Join SEC In 2025

News Staff

Wednesday, August 11, 2021

The University of Oklahoma Board of Regents met today and unanimously authorized proceedings that allow the university to join the Southeastern Conference (SEC) in 2025 after the expiration of the Big 12 Conference’s current media rights agreements.

Chamber holds ribbon cutting at Bully Dreamz dispensary

News Staff

Wednesday, August 11, 2021

The Cordell Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony at Bully Dreamz, located at 109 S. Market Street in Cordell. L-R: Victoria Knight, employee, Misty and Jacob Fields, owners, Heather Flores, Chamber Director, Tim Lau, and Travis Scoggin. PHOTO BY HECTOR LUCAS

Five generations of family

News Staff

Wednesday, August 11, 2021

Gladys Pool (left) spent the day at the park with five generations of her family. Pictured from left to right: Gladys Pool, Pool’s great-great-grandson Noah Kendrick Abla, her granddaughter Conchita Noise, her son Wayne Wess, and her great-granddaughter Trinitey Abla.

Cordell Recreational Soccer Club gets ready to start the season

Hector Lucas Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Wednesday, August 11, 2021

Are you looking to get your child up and active this fall? Well, you’re in luck! The Cordell Recreational Soccer Club has begun taking sign-ups for this year’s teams. Children born between the years 2008 and 2017 will get the opportunity to join a team after sign-ups have been completed.

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