Rocky Mayor Recognizes Local Youth Heroes

Last week the Town of Rocky and Mayor Taylor Boyd recognized the heroism of two local young people whose efforts are credited with helping to save the life of 14-year-old Ryan Boyd.

Council Extends Restrictions, Closes Pool

During Monday evening’s meeting, the New Cordell City Council voted to approve a modified version of the mayor’s emergency declaration, and also voted to close the city’s public swimming pool for the 2020 season.

Executive Order Issued For First Responders

Governor Kevin Stitt issued [EO]Executive Order 2020-13, ensuring first responders such as correctional officers, law enforcement and fire personnel who work for state agencies will receive guaranteed paid time off if they contract COVID-19.

Cordell Man Charged With Felony DUI

A 20-year-old Cordell man is facing up to 20 years in prison following his arrest in Beckham County on a felony charge of driving under the influence of an intoxicating substance with great bodily injury.

The Police Blotter

March 25, 4:24 a.m. - A caller reported a vehicle “that is sitting outside this house and going to try to cause some issues.” Cordell Police responded. March 25, 5:04 a.m. - Cordell Police investigated heavy smoke in the area of the high school football stadium.

Things You Can Do For A Loved One In Long-Term Care

At this time of lock down and shut outs and restricted visitation for family and friends of residents in long-term care, it is very important that we make sure to stay in contact with both loved ones and staff.

Athletic Support

Dear Athletic Support: What’s the point of school right now? Seriously, my son is sixteen years old and completing his online assignments are the absolute farthest thing from his mind. He hates it! To make matters worse, his teachers won’t stop calling and badgering him.

Experts: Oklahoma Faces Heightened COVID-19 Risks

It wasn’t the number of patients that worried Dr. Mark Doescher the most as he made his rounds through the University of Oklahoma Medical Center in Oklahoma City last week. The hospital was emptier than usual.

Last Week’s Oklahoma Fishing Report

Central Arcadia: April 14. Elevation above normal, water 61 and turbid. Crappie excellent on minnows and jigs in coves, along riprap and shorelines. Channel and blue catfish good on shad and worms along the river mouth. Saugeye good on crankbaits, minnows and worms around points, riprap and rocks.

Local Banks Help Customers With Small Business Payroll Protection Program

After two weeks of near-frantic scrambling with new protocols and procedures, the Payroll Protection Program, one facet of the more than $2 trillion federal CARES Act for COVID-19 relief, has exhausted its $349 billion congressional appropriation.