Ferguson Features

Thompson Benton (T.B.) Ferguson and his service as governor of Oklahoma Territory shines as an example to those seeking political office. There are important decisions in the August 25 primary and general election Nov. 3.

Senior News Center & Resource Guide

Here we are in August, the eighth month of this year. August is special because it marks the peak of summer and was called ‘weod month” by Anglo-Saxons because weed and plants grew very fast in this month. Fresh fruits and vegetables are fully ripe and ready to pick.

Today In History

August 5 is the 217th day of the year (218th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar; 148 days remain until the end of the year.

Blaine County Courthouse News

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Oklahoma Hall of Fame Scholarship Competition

For the 16th year, the Oklahoma Hall of Fame will be awarding the Oklahoma Hall of Fame Scholarship to one Oklahoma high school senior. Thanks to additional donations this year, the scholarship has increased from $6,000 to $8,000 to assist an Oklahoma student in pursuit of their higher education.

Safety Tips for a Smooth Back-to-School Season

A new school year means new routines, fresh supplies, and plenty of excitement. It’s also a great time to review safety steps to keep students, families, and communities prepared both in and out of the classroom.

Register Now to Attend 2026 Deer Hunting Conference

Everyone from the novice first-timer to the old-timer at home in a tree stand is welcome at the 2026 Deer Hunting Conference and Expo set for Saturday, Aug. 15, at Metro Tech Springlake Campus in Oklahoma City.

Ending A Trashy Image

When CoreCivic reopened the Diamondback Correctional Facility as a ICE detention center, the agreement came with an impact fee of $1 per detainee per day paid to the town. At full capacity, that could amount to some $175,000 per year of new income.

What's Happening

8/3-8/7-Watonga Summer Band 9am-3pm Bring Hats, sunscreen, water bottles and sack lunch Aug 7th & 8th-Weatherford City-wide Garage Sales Aug 7th - 9th-Oklahoma’s Tax Free Weekend (for shool clothes) 8/7-Watonga MS/HS Lady Eagles Fast Pitch @ Hinton Scrimmage 5pm 8/8-Watonga Softball Carwash @...