Homeowners, Renters, and Small Businesses damaged or impacted by severe storms are eligible for Federal assistance

Low-interest federal disaster loans are currently available to Oklahoma businesses and residents. Deadline July 1, 2024 as a result of the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding that occurred April 25 through May 9, 2024.

Commissioners minutes

Now on the 10th day of June 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.

Clemency Denied for Richard Rojem

Oklahoma’s Pardon and Parole Board met on June 17, 2024 to determine whether they would recommend clemency for Richard Rojem, Jr, who was convicted and sentenced to death for the July 1984 kidnapping, rape and murder of his 7-year-old former stepdaughter, Layla Dawn Cummings, in Washita County.

A LITTLE EXTRA SHINE ON WASHITA COUNTY’S ‘CROWN JEWEL’

When the Courthouse steps became worn, Washita County’s Board of Commissioners chose to return to the deep red color that graced the steps many years ago. Countless citizens expressed their happiness at seeing the crown jewel of Washita County decked out with the vibrant color once again.

Record-Breaking Weekend for Washita Theatre

Pixar’s animated film ‘Inside Out 2’ proved to be a winner for Cordell as record-breaking crowds converged on the Washita Theatre beginning Thursday night, June 13th.

Commissioners minutes

Now on the 3rd day of June 2024, the County Commissioners in and for Washita County met in regular session with Chairman Goeringer calling the meeting to order.Goeringer asked Kristen Dowell, County Clerk, for roll call.

Willing Workers hold June meeting

Willing Workers OHCE club met on June 6, 2024 at Renae Dodson’s house in Canute at 11:30.Amber Hall was hostess. Amber called the meeting to order at 11:35. Members led with flag salute and recided the County Creed.

Washita County NSDAR meeting news

Washita Chapter NSDAR (National Society of The Daughters of the American Revolution) met on May 13, 2024 at the Café Clinton with the Regent Kay Hagerman opened with the DAR ritual assisted by Chaplain Robetha Farris.

Local butcher shop owner shows skills at meat convention competition

Keith Schneberger of Keith’s Butcher Shop recently had success with his contest entries at the Oklahoma-Texas Meat Processors Association annual conference which was held in Stillwater June 7-9.