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SWOSU to be featured on national television series

News Staff

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) is the first public university in Oklahoma to be featured on the popular television series, “The College Tour.

Oklahoma Unveils the New Iconic Oklahoma License Plate

Brooklynn Peek Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

As of September 1, 2024, Oklahomans have a new way to show their state pride on the road with the launch of the “Iconic Oklahoma Plate.

Vintage Photo of the 4th & College Church of Christ

Have you heard? 4th & College Church is Relaunching

Josh Yaeger 4th & College Church

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

A Church of Christ has been part of Cordell since before Oklahoma became a state in 1907.

Jakob Moles and his wife, Chelsey

Meek Jakob Moles: Cordell's New Baseball Coach Ready To Swing For The Fences!

Brooklynn Peek Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Cordell Public Schools has a new name to add to their lineup: Jakob Moles, the enthusiastic new head coach for the Cordell Blue Devils baseball team.

Washita Co. Commissioners minutes

News Staff

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Now on the 12th day of August 2024, the County Commissioners in and for Washita County met in regular session with Chairman Goeringer calling the meeting to order.Chairman Goeringer asked Kristen Dowell, County Clerk, for roll call.

‘Paint the Rodeo Purple’: Elk City Rodeo to benefit Alzheimers Collaborative

News Staff

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

The Elk City Rodeo is going purple. On the final night of the rodeo, September 1, the rodeo will partner with the Western Oklahoma Alzheimer’s Collaborative (WOAC) to bring awareness of the disease.“Painting the rodeo purple” will be the slogan for Sun., Sept. 1.

City of Cordell honors longtime employee with street naming

Brooklynn Peek Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

In a heartwarming ceremony on Friday morning, August 23rd, Mike Weixel, a dedicated employee of the City of Cordell, was honored for his remarkable 43 years of service in the Streets Department.

Big changes coming to Oklahoma vehicle registration laws

Brooklynn Peek Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Beginning September 1, 2024, a new law in Oklahoma, known as the Mason Treat Act (SB2035), will come into effect, drastically changing the rules around temporary paper tags on vehicles.

Crowning Moment - Photo courtesy of the Sentinel Leader

Miss Washita County Free Fair Pageant 2024 winners crowned

News Staff

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Above: Samantha Rother, center, was crowned Miss Washita County 2024 on Saturday afternoon during the Miss Washita County Free Fair Pageant.

Cordell Elementary PTO Homemade Ice Cream Flyer

Enjoy Cordell Elementary PTO Ice Cream Fundraiser at County Fair

Brooklynn Peek Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Wednesday, August 21, 2024

If you’re looking for an excellent and delicious way to beat the summer heat, look no further than the Washita County Free Fair on August 23-24! From 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., the Cordell Elementary PTO will serve homemade ice cream.

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