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CMH community health worker named state finalist for Child Advocacy Award

News Staff

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

What started as a simple effort to fill gaps in assistance programs has grown into a valuable community resource for families across western Oklahoma.

Cloud Chief Fire Department Receives Emergency Drinking Water Donation from Anheuser-Busch to Support Wildfire Response Efforts

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Cloud Chief Fire Department of Cordell, OK, has received a donation of emergency drinking water from Anheuser-Busch to help keep its firefighters hydrated during wildfire response efforts.

Deadlines for August 25th Election approaching

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026

July 31, 2026 is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the August 25 Runoff Primary, Washita County Election Board Secretary Ashton Hymer said today.

Little League fundraiser scheduled

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026

The Cordell Summer League is stepping up to the plate with a special event to support the Cordell Little League. On Saturday, July 25, the community is invited to participate in a Co-Ed Softball Tournament at the Gregory Park Sports Complex in Cordell. The tournament action gets underway at 9:00 a.

Sheriff’s Dept. receives grant

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026

The Washita County Sheriff’s Office has been awarded a $150,000 grant through the Oklahoma Attorney General’s Office as part of a statewide initiative to strengthen law enforcement services across Oklahoma.

Rural Mobility Access Program Awards More Than $2.2 Million for Transit Vehicles Across Rural Oklahoma

News Staff

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

The South Western Oklahoma Development Authority (SWODA) Board of Trustees has approved more than $2.2 million in awards through the Rural Mobility Access Program (RMAP), a statewide initiative designed to improve transportation access for rural Oklahomans.

How America got its name

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Tuesday, June 30, 2026

As residents of the United States of America celebrate the nation’s two hundred and fiftieth anniversary, some might be curious where the “America” portion of the country’s name comes from. According to the Library of Congress, America is named after Italian explorer Amerigo Vespucci.

Washita County Commissioners’ Minutes

News Staff

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Now on the 22nd day of June 2026, the County Commissioners in and for Washita County met in regular session with Chairman Chandler calling the meeting to order.Chairman Chandler asked Kristen Dowell, County Clerk, for roll call.

ALL PHOTOS COURTESY OF DANIELLE SHAW Front Row (Left to Right): Jacoby Thomas, Roland Thomas, Adelyn Lonebear, Amberly Lonebear Second Row: Instructor Danielle Shaw, Elly Hamilton, Benaiah Miller, Jaelynn Simmons, Elsie Jaronek Third Row: Josiah Miller, Dawson Pool, Ben Kuczajda, Makayla Barnes Back Row: Gavin Hamilton, Wesson Shaw, Parker Vandever, Porter Jones

Danielle Shaw Piano Studio Concludes Recital Series

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Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Students of the Danielle Shaw Piano Studio recently completed two recitals, marking the conclusion of the current musical term.The first event took place on Sunday, June 7, at the Corn Heritage Village. Following the musical program, students gathered at The Corn Patch for a scheduled social event.

Rolling Thunder Book Bus will make stop in Cordell

News Staff

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Exciting news for Washita County! The Rolling Thunder Book Bus, presented by American Fidelity Assurance Company, will make a stop at the Washita Theater on July 8th from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m.

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