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The history of pie: from ancient staple to modern dessert

The history of pie: from ancient staple to modern dessert

The history of pie: from ancient staple to modern dessert

News Staff
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Pie has a long and global history, with variations existing for centuries across diverse cultures. While often associated with sweet desserts today, pies originated with savory fillings and preservation techniques.• 12th Century onwards: Pies, referred to as “pyes,” became common in England.

Back to School Prayer Service

News Staff
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Cordell Ministerial Alliance President Josh Yaeger, Pastor of 4th & College Church of Christ, has announced that there will be a prayer service held at the entrance to the Cordell football stadium at 7:15 p.m. on Wednesday, August 6th.
Sweet summertime drawing to a close

Sweet summertime drawing to a close

Sweet summertime drawing to a close

News Staff
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Get ready, Cordell, it’s almost that time of year again! On Thursday, August 7th, alarm clocks will be ringing, breakfast cereal will be flying, and parents everywhere will be high-fiving each other as they successfully send their kids back for the first day of school.
Back to School community events planned for August 5th

Back to School community events planned for August 5th

Back to School community events planned for August 5th

News Staff
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Cordell Memorial Hospital is once again bring their Back to School Bash to the Washita County Activity Center from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. on August 5th.There will be snacks and hot dogs and great information on women’s health, health education, and WIC services.
Blue Devil Football and Cheer Pie Auction is August 7th

Blue Devil Football and Cheer Pie Auction is August 7th

Blue Devil Football and Cheer Pie Auction is August 7th

News Staff
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
It’s an annual tradition: get ready to ‘PIE’ your favorite football player or cheerleader at the Blue Devil Meet the Players Pie Auction. It’s Football Team VS. Cheer Squad to see who can raised the most money for their organization and audience members have the fun of watching.

Mountain View Free Fair continues the tradition July 31- Aug 2

News Staff
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
The Mountain View Free Fair will begin on Thursday, July 31 and run through Saturday evening, August 2, 2025.The Fair operates Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings with special entertainment and live music on each evening. Local volunteers run carnival rides and games starting at 8:00 p.m.

Washita Co. Commissioners minutes

News Staff
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Now on the 14th day of July 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.
Cordell Schools announce new student enrollment and secondary school schedule-pickup days

Cordell Schools announce new student enrollment and secondary school schedule-pickup days

Cordell Schools announce new student enrollment and secondary school schedule-pickup days

News Staff
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
New students wishing to enroll in Cordell schools may do so on July 29th from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. The enrollment will be held for junior high and high school students in Mrs. Campbell’s office at the high school and the enrollment for elementary students will be held in the elementary lobby.
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