News

The Binding That Ties Isn’t Fun

Debi Harris
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Well, y'all, I'm still working on the quilt I'm trying to finish for our daughter's special birthday next week. I thought I'd be finished by now and moving on to my next project. The idea of making Christmas presents just flew out the window.
SENIOR CENTER NEWS

SENIOR CENTER NEWS

SENIOR CENTER MENU AND ACTIVITIES

News Staff
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Monday-Friday 11:30 -12:30 Meals $7 Phone-623-4511Thursday, Oct.3 Breaded pork loin Friday - Indian taco Monday Taco salad Tuesday Barbecue sausage Wednesday - Kiwanis meets at noon, we eat at 11 a.m.Thursday, October 9 Chicken strips Friday- Turkey and dresingEVENTSFriday Turkey and dressing...
Ferguson Features

Ferguson Features

Ferguson Features

Joe Bryan
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
In her book “They Carried the Torch: The story of Early Oklahoma Newspapers,” Elva Ferguson mentions telephone service being installed, including in the Watonga Republican office. She notes one could call all the way to Kansas City.
(AT RIGHT) Shelley Zumwalt addresses the attendees September 4 at the ribbon cuttiong at the newly remodeled picnic area and restrooms at Roman Nose State Park. It would be one of the last official acts Zumwalt performed before announcing her impending retirement.

(AT RIGHT) Shelley Zumwalt addresses the attendees September 4 at the ribbon cuttiong at the newly remodeled picnic area and restrooms at Roman Nose State Park. It would be one of the last official acts Zumwalt performed before announcing her impending retirement.

Zumwalt Announces Retirement from Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department

News Staff
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
OKLAHOMA CITY ( — After more than a decade of state service, Shelley Zumwalt announced today her retirement as Executive Director of the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department (OTRD) to pursue the next phase of her career in the private sector.

Congress Avoids Government Shutdown

Kevin Eagleson Gaylord News
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
After weeks of delays, a failed vote on a previous spending bill and a looming government shutdown, Congress passed a bipartisan spending bill to keep government funding flowing at its current level through December 20.The bill originated in the House and passed overwhelmingly 341-82 with support...

Today in History

News Staff
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
October 2 is the 275th day of the year (276th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar; 90 days remain until the end of the year.1263 – The Battle of Largs is fought between Norwegians and Scots.1470 – The Earl of Warwick's rebellion forces King Edward IV of England to flee to the Netherlands,...

Upcoming Events

News Staff
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
10/2-Calumet Community Blood Drive @ Calumet School cafeteria from 2-5:30 p.m. Watonga AG to Tulsa Fair10/3-10/4-Geary Lady Bison @ Regionals10/4-Watonga Eagles vs Cashion @ home 7 p.m. Mini Cheer Performance @ Halftime -Geary Bison vs Mtn.
R-E-S-P-E-C-T

R-E-S-P-E-C-T

R-E-S-P-E-C-T

News Staff
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Shown are the Watonga Elementary September Eagles of the Month. These students are recognized for demonstrating the character trait of respect.
ABOVE: Kenneth Kunsman, production manager for SignalPeak Silica, Steve House of Watonga LIons Club and J.R. Hock, Singal Peak warehouse manager, display the check Signal Peak presented to the Lions for assisting in the September golf tournament to benefit local high school golfers.

ABOVE: Kenneth Kunsman, production manager for SignalPeak Silica, Steve House of Watonga LIons Club and J.R. Hock, Singal Peak warehouse manager, display the check Signal Peak presented to the Lions for assisting in the September golf tournament to benefit local high school golfers.

Tourney Scores Hole in One for Schools, Service Organization

Connie Burcham Editor
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Signal Peak Silica became determined to help the golf teams at Watonga and Clinton high schools. To do that, it seemed natural to hold a golf tournament.
Subscribe to