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Simple Beginnings: Elizabeth and Jim Newman brought the first load of food to Cordell in a horse trailer.

END OF AN ERA: Newman family passes food bank to new owners

Heather Benavidez Editor@cordellbeacon.com

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

After more than 25 years of lending a helping hand to residents of Washita County under the guidance of the Newman family, Judah Food Bank and Thee Thrift Store will have a new beginning with new owners- as well as a new name.

Girls' Golf State Champions! Photo courtesy of Head Coach JJ Williams

Perfect 4.0 & first-place start! Lady Blue Devils make statement at State

Brooklynn Peek Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

It’s been a week to remember for the Cordell Lady Blue Devils, who are proving they can dominate both in the classroom and on the course.

Cameron Moran named 2026 CBA Valedictorian

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Cameron Moran has been named Valedictorian of Corn Bible Academy’s 2026 graduating class.She is the daughter of Josh and Jennifer Moran and the late Shauna Moran. She plans to attend the University of Miami, where she has been awarded the Isaac Brevis Singer Scholarship to study Marine Biology.

Washita County schools’ graduation dates announced

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

As the school year comes to an end, Washita County communities prepare to celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2026.

SERVING THE WORLD

Greg Giles More Wisdom About Wisdom

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

What does God think about the world? To answer this question, the Bible gives mixed messages. The most famous passage in the New Testament may be John 3:16-17: “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

CORDELL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL’S SENIOR LIFE SOLUTIONS CELEBRATES MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH AND ENCOURAGES MORE GOOD DAYS, TOGETHER

News Staff

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

This May, Cordell Memorial Hospital’s Senior Life Solutions is recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month by encouraging conversations, reducing stigma, and supporting the emotional well being of older adults across our community.

Washita County

Washita County Commissioners’ Minutes

News Staff

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Now on the 20th day of April 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.

STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

News Staff

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Cordell Secondary Schools’ Students of the Month are: Back row, L-R Beau Cooper, Kyndal Norris, Carlie Seward. Front row, L-R Ivie Palmer, Mackenzie Kautz. Not pictured: Rylee Kelly

SWODA Aging Services Offers Information and Assistance for Older Adults

Joanie Swanson Swoda

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

The South Western Oklahoma Development Authority (SWODA) Area Agency on Aging (AAA) provides an Information and Assistance (I&A) service to help adults age 60 and older, as well as their caregivers, find needed resources and support in their communities.

2026 WASHITA COUNTY HONOR GRADUATES

Samuel Lindsey

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

CORDELLSamuel Lindsey is the son of James and Beth Lindsey and plans to attend SWOSU and major in Secondary Math Education.

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