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Convicted child murderer Richard Rojem set again for execution

News Staff

Tuesday, June 11, 2024

A clemency hearing has been set for June 17, 2024 for Richard Norman Rojem Jr., who is once again scheduled to be executed on June 27th.

ELECTION NEXT WEEK!

News Staff

Tuesday, June 11, 2024

Primary elections for federal, state, and county candidates are scheduled for June 18th across the state. On Election Day, the polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Early voting will be held Thursday, June 13th and Friday, June 14th from 8 a.m to 6 p.m and Saturday, June 15th from 8 a.m to 2 p.m.

Commissioners minutes

News Staff

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

Now on the 20th day of May 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.

Lions Club Golf Tournament

Lions Club Golf Tournament set for next weekend

Brooklynn Peek Reporter@cordellbeacon.com

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

If you enjoy supporting your local community in a fun and active environment, then look no further than the Annual Lions Club Golf Tournament, which will take place on Saturday, June 15th, at Crooked Creek Golf Course in Cordell.

Early voting begins June 13; campaigns in full swing

News Staff

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

Early voting for the June 18th Primary and Special Election begins on June 13th for Washita County voters who will not be able to make it to the polls on Election Day.Washita County Election Board Secretary Assistant Ashton Hymer , said early voting is open to all voters.

Area Agency on Aging provides information about services

News Staff

Wednesday, May 29, 2024

The South Western Oklahoma Development Authority (SWODA) Area Agency on Aging (AAA) provides information about AAA services and other community programs concerning the elderly through the Information and Assistance (I & A) service.

Oklahoma Human Services creates a symphony of hope for children and families in our communities

News Staff

Wednesday, May 29, 2024

As a foster care recruiter in Washita County, I see the impacts foster parents have on their community each day.

Cordell Chamber to host Washita County candidate forum

News Staff

Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Cordell’s Chamber of Commerce has announced that it will host a special question and answer session with the candidates running for Washita County offices.

Town Wide Garage Sale and Sidewalk Sale set for June 8th

News Staff

Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Get ready to find a bargain at Cordell’s annual Town Wide Garage Sale on June 8th. This year, local businesses are getting in on the fun with special sidewalk sales as well.

Western Plains Library System Executive Director Tim Miller presents Charlotte Betche with a plaque in recognition of her time on the library Board

Betche honored for service to WPLS

News Staff

Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Charlotte Betche was recently presented with a plaque in recognition of her six years as a Board of Trustees Member of the Western Plains Libaray System.

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