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Commissioners issue burn ban for Washita County

News Staff

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Persistent extreme heat and drought conditions led the Washita County Commissioners to issue a burn ban for the county in Monday morning’s board meeting.

GOVERNOR KEVIN STITT

Governor Kevin Stitt plans visit to Cordell

News Staff

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Residents of Washita County and surrounding communities will have an opportunity to meet with Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt during a public gathering Friday, August 14, at the historic Washita Theater in downtown Cordell.The community meeting will begin at 2:10 p.m.

The countdown is over. Welcome back to school!

News Staff

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

The 2026-2027 school year officially began in stages across Washita County, with each district opening its doors over a busy week.Corn Bible Academy was the first to welcome students back on Thursday, August 6, followed by Canute Public School on Friday, August 7.

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The Cordell Storehouse

News Staff

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

The Cordell Storehouse – Thrift Store & Food Bank officially celebrated its grand opening Wednesday, August 5, marking the transition from its former name, Judah House Food Bank/Thee Thrift Store.

The Greatest Commandment

Greg Giles More Wisdom About Wisdom

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Once Jesus was asked by a lawyer which commandment was the greatest (Matthew 22:34-35). He answered by citing two commandments— not just one. Neither of the two was one of the Ten Commandments.

A bull rider competes at the 2025 Elk City Rodeo. This year, the grandstands will be reserved seating. Photo by Terri Abrahamsen.

That’s the ticket! Elk City Rodeo introduces reserved seating

News Staff

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Changes are coming to the seating at the Elk City Rodeo. This year, the grandstands will be reserved seating, allowing fans the opportunity to have a guaranteed, numbered spot in the grandstands.“We’re happy we can give fans a better rodeo experience,” said rodeo committee man John Thomas.

Cordell Schools announces Elementary schedule adjustment for 2026-2027

News Staff

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Cordell Public Schools will make a slight adjustment to the elementary school day for the 2026-27 school year to comply with Oklahoma’s new recess requirements established under Senate Bill 1481.

Cordell FFA Chapter gets the new year started with camp

News Staff

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Leadership, teamwork and plenty of adventure were on the agenda this summer as four members of the Cordell FFA Chapter traveled to Camp Tulakogee in Wagoner to attend the 54th Annual Oklahoma FFA Alumni Leadership Camp.

School bells set to ring at Cordell Public Schools

News Staff

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Ready or not, the school bells are about to ring! With just a few sleeps left before students head back to class, Cordell Public Schools is making the start of the 20262027 school year a little less stressful and a whole lot more exciting for families.

Birdie Brown earns OCA All-State Golf Historic Tie

News Staff

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Cordell senior Birdie Brown took one final swing as a high school golfer during the Oklahoma Coaches Association (OCA) All-State Games, representing the West Team in a memorable finish to an outstanding career.

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