Cameron University Adds To Online Degree Programs

Cameron University has received approval from its governing board, the Board of Regents for the University of Oklahoma, Cameron University and Rogers State University, as well as the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, to offer seven more existing degree programs via electronic delivery in...

Sentinel Man Facing Life In Prison

A Sentinel man is facing the possibility of life in prison after what police termed a “rolling domestic” resulted in a high speed chase through the area around Sentinel.

Tips For Traveling Safely In Stormy Weather

When at home during stormy weather, Oklahomans understand all too well the importance of paying attention to news media updates and the family plan to head to a safe location when tornado sirens sound. Knowing what to do on the road is a different matter, however.

Flashbacks

25 Years Ago May 31, 1995 Trio Busted For Having 500 Pounds Of Pot Outside Washita County Truck Stop Oklahoma Highway Patrolman James Bassinger arrested three people outside Pendleton’s Truck Stop last week on charges of trafficking marijuana.

The Police Blotter

May 2, 6:34 p.m. - A power line was reported down in the City of Cordell. May 2, 7:15 p.m. - Washita County Sheriff’s deputies served a warrant in a local campground. May 2, 9:43 p.m. - Cordell Police and Washita County Sheriff’s deputes conducted a traffic stop at Highway 183 and Crider.

State Readies Plan For Opening Nursing Homes, But Industry Skeptical

State health officials are developing a plan that could allow visitors back into nursing homes. But facility managers and industry advocates point to complications with testing and a shortage of protective equipment as signals that Oklahoma isn’t ready to reopen the homes.

USDA Offering $1 Billion In Ag Loan Guarantees

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today announced that the Department is making available up to $1 billion in loan guarantees to help rural businesses meet their working capital needs during the coronavirus pandemic.

Christian Home Residents Get Memorial Day Concert

Working around the COVID-19 pandemic, the Cordell Christian Home kept up with their traditional Memorial Day concert last Friday.