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CKenergy CFO Travis Smith, City of Cordell attorney Shane Regier, CKenergy attorney John Garland and CEO Clint Pack, Cordell Mayor Phil Kliewer, Cordell Interim City Manager Vicki Hagerman, CKenergy Director of Operations Blake Scott, and Rates & Marketing Director Brian Coker stand in front of the former CKenergy office building

CKenergy CFO Travis Smith, City of Cordell attorney Shane Regier, CKenergy attorney John Garland and CEO Clint Pack, Cordell Mayor Phil Kliewer, Cordell Interim City Manager Vicki Hagerman, CKenergy Director of Operations Blake Scott, and Rates & Marketing Director Brian Coker stand in front of the former CKenergy office building

City completes purchase of former CKenergy campus

Heather Benavidez Editor@cordellbeacon.com
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
The City of Cordell has closed the deal on the purchase of CKenergy’s former office building and associated properties.On October 9th, city officials met with CKenergy management and their attorney to go over final details and sign purchase paperwork.

Commissioners minutes

News Staff
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Now on the 29th day of September 2025, the County Commissioners in and for Washita County met in regular session with Chairman Gossen calling the meeting to order.Chairman Gossen asked Kristen Dowell, County Clerk, for roll call.
100 YEARS AGO THIS MONTH

100 YEARS AGO THIS MONTH

100 YEARS AGO THIS MONTH

News Staff
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
The month of October has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in October 1925.· The Lerma River in Guanajuato, Mexico, floods on October 1, leaving thousands of people homeless as a result.

Commissioners minutes

News Staff
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Now on the 22nd day of September 2025, the County Commissioners in and for Washita County met in regular session with Chairman Gossen calling the meeting to order.Chairman Gossen asked Misty Holman, First Deputy County Clerk, for roll call.
Walters, Christian wedding date announced

Walters, Christian wedding date announced

Walters, Christian wedding date announced

News Staff
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Flora Walters and Devon Christian are excited to announce their upcoming wedding. The couple will be married on October 10, 2025, in a private ceremony surrounded by close family and friends.A reception will follow on October 11, 2025.
Ribbon cutting held for new Edward Jones office

Ribbon cutting held for new Edward Jones office

Ribbon cutting held for new Edward Jones office

News Staff
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Edward Jones Financial Advisor Carolyn N. Heerwald, AAMS, recently opened her office at 217 E. Main in Cordell. This is Edwards Jones’ second office location in Cordell, marking a significant milestone in the firm’s continued commitment to serving the local community.
LOVE IS AN ACTION

LOVE IS AN ACTION

LOVE IS AN ACTION

News Staff
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Cordell Memorial Hospital’s Senior Life Solutions Team coordinated the event “Love is an Action”- dedicated to suicide awareness and prevention, on the downtown square Sept. 27th.
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