Toy Story 5 hits Washita Theater on opening weekend

You can be among the first to see Pixar’s new chapter in the Toy Story saga, right here in the comfort of your hometown Washita Theater.In ‘Toy Story 5’, Woody, Jessie, Buzz, and their plastic friends go to war against Big Tech, manifested in an electronic tablet named Lilypad.

Sentinel man injured in Washita

County CrashA Sentinel man was injured Tuesday, June 9, evening in a single-vehicle accident west of Sentinel, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.The collision occurred at approximately 8:52 p.m. on State Highway 55 near County Road 2130, about onehalf mile west of Sentinel.

Shaw piano students excel at OMTA State Achievement Auditions

Fifteen students from the Danielle Shaw Piano Studio recently demonstrated exceptional musical skill at the Oklahoma Music Teachers Association (OMTA) State Achievement Auditions.

Washita County Commissioners’ Minutes

Now on the 1st 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.

Primary election early voting begins Thursday

In-person absentee voting- more commonly referred to as “early voting” in Oklahoma- is available to all voters. No excuse is needed.You can vote early in Washita County for the June 16th primary election at the Election Office in the courthouse in Cordell from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Participants needed for July 4th parade

The community is invited to start Independence Day with excitement and hometown pride at the annual Fourth of July Hometown Celebration Parade, set to begin at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 4.

Matthew Misak is candidate for Dist. 1 County Commissioner

Matthew Misak has announced his candidacy as a Republican candidate for District 1 County Commissioner. He has worked for Washita County District 1 for fifteen years, with eight years as a County Hand and the last seven years as Road Foreman.

Washita County resident Roland Torgerson

Washita County resident Roland Torgerson captured these beautiful photos of a cardinal basking in the glow of a rainbow and a Gulf Fritillary Butterfly perched atop a zinnia. Summer rain showers have provided welcome respite from the drought.

Washita County Commissioners’ Minutes

Now on the 26th day of May 2026, the County Commissioners in and for Washita County met in regular session with Chairman Gossen calling the meeting to order.Chairman Chandler asked Kristen Dowell, County Clerk, for roll call.

Cordell High School Class of 1966 holds 60th reunion

Members of the Cordell graduating class of 1966 gathered on May 16th for their 60th reunion at Lucille’s Roadhouse in Weatherford. They had a great time visiting and reminiscing.