Ferguson Features

It has been an interesting summer with the Republican and Democratic National Conventions.Watonga’s own Mrs. Tom B. (Elva) Ferguson lead the Oklahoma delegation to the Republican National Convention in 1924.In “ The Story of Oklahoma Newspapers” the chapter “Mrs. Tom B.

Today in History

September 4 is the 247th day of the year (248th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar; 118 days remain until the end of the year.476 – Romulus Augustulus is deposed when Odoacer proclaims himself 'King of Italy', thus ending the Western Roman Empire.

Celebrate Monarchs Through September

Every weekend through the first of October marks a community pollinator celebration, illustrating the growing interest, especially in monarch butterflies, as private, municipal, state, and tribal entities continue efforts to keep the migration of the imperiled iconic insects alive.

Watonga Hosts Cross Country Meet

Cross country teams from around the district came to Watonga Saturday to compete on itsstoried course. The weather was glorious and both the Eagles, Lady Eagles and the junior high runners came away with medals.

Blaine County Courthouse News

21st Mortgage Corporation vs Darrick L Klassen, Et Al, And All Unknown Occupants, Bonnie D. Klassen, Replevin & Money Judgment Okeene Municipal Hospital vs Justin Hysell, Et Al, Bridget Hysell, Indebtedness Discover Bank vs David L Gipson, Indebtedness Capital One, N.

Hunting Season Opens September 1

DOVE SEPT. 1When the calendar turns to Sept. 1, it brings with it Oklahoma’s first major hunting season of the fall. Dove hunting is highly anticipated by thousands of hunters.But if you’ve never tried dove hunting, it’s very easy to get started.

Little Speedsters

In spite of the heat, these youngsters were making the most of practise for the Calumet Cross Country program. According to the school, some 30 students were at the most recent practice.

A Murder Mystery Weekend

Well, David and I finally utilized the gift certificate our daughter and son-inlaw gave us last Christmas for a murder mystery dinner theater. I knew we had to use the tickets before football season kicked off or I'd never get him to go.