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Cordell Christian Home set to find continued success under new ownership

Tuesday, August 24, 2021

The Cordell Christian Home has found new ownership under Kent Abbott of Hydro, Oklahoma. CCH announced in a news release that Abbott’s ownership of the home would be effective starting September 1, 2021.

Rocky Senior Citizens Center

Rocky Senior Center donations reach fundraising goal

Hector Lucas Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Tuesday, August 24, 2021

After a fundraiser, individual donations, and a grant from CKEnergy, the Rocky Senior Center has successfully reached its $20,000 fundraising goal. “It's wonderful to know we have so much community support,” Rocky Senior Center site manager Lola Hart said.

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Q&A with new Ward 3 Cordell City Council member Jamie Bardwell

Hector Lucas Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Tuesday, August 24, 2021

With the recent passing of former city council member Cheryl Wedel, council members nominated potential candidates to fill the vacant seat.

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School Menus 08/18 - 08/24

News Staff

Tuesday, August 17, 2021

Cordell Elementary Wed., August 18 - Breakfast: Mini Powdered Donuts, Diced Pears, Milk & Juice; Lunch: Cheeseburger Macaroni, Steamed Broccoli, Garlic Bread Stick, Cantaloupe, & Milk Thurs., August 19 - Breakfast: Scrambled Eggs & Toast, Mandarin Oranges, Milk & Juice; Lunch: Roast w/ Brown...

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Back-to-School Shoe Shopping Tips for Healthy Feet

Statepoint Media

Tuesday, August 17, 2021

The start of a new school year brings many “to dos,” including back-to-school shoe shopping. It’s important to find the right shoes for your child at different stages in their lives.

Wash your fruits and veggies correctly

Statepoint Media

Tuesday, August 17, 2021

The USDA’s Dietary Guidelines recommend adults eat anywhere from five to 13 servings of fruits and vegetables per day. While meeting or exceeding your recommended daily dose is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle, it’s just as important to ensure that you’re consuming produce safely.

Dill Work and Play OHCE holds their August meeting

News Staff

Tuesday, August 17, 2021

The Dill Work and Play OHCE met August 10, 2021, at 1:30, in the Dill City Community. Jane Shull called the meeting to order. Anna Prickett led the Pledge to the Flag of the United States, and led the group singing Yellow Rose of Texas.

First grade teachers Lisa Griffith (left), Debra Hougland (center), and Robbi Regier (right) carrying out some of the school supplies provided by Equity Bank. PHOTO BY HECTOR LUCAS

Cordell Schools’ faculty get credit they deserve

Hector Lucas Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Tuesday, August 17, 2021

As Cordell Schools’ faculty prepared for the start of the new school year, one local business decided to show some appreciation towards them.

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Washita-Custer County Treatment Court continues to change lives

Hector Lucas Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

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.

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