Students of the Month - February

Cordell’s Secondary Students of the Month for February are Peyton Glover, Kilie Rasmussen, Brylie Reeves, Lacy Meyer, Border Dodd, and (not pictured) Madi Maddox

Elementary student from Virginia seeks assistance from Beacon readers

Rory, a third-grade student from Northern Virginia, has reached out to the Beacon concerning a school project that he hopes to enter in the Virginia State Fair.His project will be a display of collected items and information showcasing Oklahoma and the pride of the people who live here.

Valentine "I Love Cordell" Coloring Contest

Get ready to showcase your creativity and love for Cordell in The Cordell Beacon's Valentine Coloring Contest! Whether you're a seasoned artist or just looking to have some fun, this contest is open to everyone with no age limit.

Rocky Fire Department holds successful Predator Hunt fundraiser

Each year the Rocky Fire Department plan a controlled hunt as a way to raise funds and a way to protect our delicate environment in which we live. The volunteer firefighters who protect Rocky and other towns in Oklahoma are firm believers in conservation.

Support Cordell Band at mattress fundraiser

Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 8! The Cordell Band will host a one-day Mattress and Adjustable Base Fundraiser Sale at the Washita County Activity Center at 1005 E 3rd Street in Cordell.

School Board Election Day is Feb. 11th; early voting begins this week

Voters will go to the polls on February 11th to select a candidate to fill the expiring term of Seat 5 on the Cordell Public Schools Board of Education.Three candidates, Nocona Cook (Incumbent), Dale Selman, and Randi Hunter are on the ballot.

4-H - SHARE THE FUN!

Washita County 4-H Share-the-Fun Talent Show was held Monday, January 27th at the Burns Flat-Dill City (BF/DC) High School. The BF/DC Junior and Senior 4-H Club hosted the event with Kathryn Sirmon emceeing and presenting ribbons with Korben Gossen.

Washita Co. Chapter of NSDAR meeting held for January

January 9, 2025 meeting of the Washita Chapter NSDAR was opened by the Regent Kay Hagerman assisted by the Chaplin, Robetha Farris . The meeting was held in Clinton at Lucile’s Roadhouse .

Dill Work and Play OHCE members hold January meeting

The Dill Work and Play OHCE met Jan 14, in the Dill City Community Center, at 1:30, for the first meeting of 2025. Jane Shull called the meeting to order with the Salute to the United States Flag, led by Anita Clayton. Anna Pricket led the group singing The Little Brown Church.

Town of Rocky presents awards to winners of lighting contest

Curtis Weatherly and Anabelle were the First Prize winners of the Rocky Christmas Lighting Contest. When they were asked why they decorated their home so beautifully, Curtis replied: “Don’t give me the credit for the lights-it was all Annabelle.”Annabelle chimed in, “We both worked a lot of hours.