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United States flag facts

United States flag facts

United States flag facts and handling etiquette

News Staff
Wednesday, June 29, 2022
The United States flag was first imagined after the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. The Continental Congress authorized creation of the first national flag on June 14, 1777.
Did you know?

Did you know?

Did you know?

News Staff
Wednesday, June 29, 2022
July 4th is a day when Americans celebrate their independence, but it’s also a day to commemorate two men who played vital roles in procuring that independence. Both John Adams, the second President of the United States, and his successor Thomas Jefferson passed away on July 4, 1826.
Fourth of July Festivities

Fourth of July Festivities

Fourth of July Festivities

News Staff
Wednesday, June 29, 2022
The annual Independence Day celebration will be held July 4 in Watonga at Huff-Lorang Park. The fireworks display, food, and events will be sponsored by the Lions Club, City of Watonga, and the Watonga Public Works Authority.
Watonga Chamber Expected

Watonga Chamber Expected

Watonga Chamber Expected to Become ‘Inactive’

News Staff
Wednesday, June 29, 2022
WATONGA – The Watonga Chamber of Commerce, a longstanding business networking and economic development organization, has approached the City of Watonga about assuming its responsibilities. The Watonga City Council discussed the possibility during its monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 21.
John Noriega, Watonga Chief of Police

John Noriega, Watonga Chief of Police

Watonga Seeks New Police Chief

News Staff
Wednesday, June 29, 2022
WATONGA — John Noriega, Watonga Chief of Police, has decided to leave his post. In a statement from Noriega, he wrote “I have reached a point in my life where I am going to retire from law enforcement and get ready for the next chapter.
Use Caution with Poison Hemlock

Use Caution with Poison Hemlock

Use Caution with Poison Hemlock

News Staff
Wednesday, June 22, 2022
STILLWATER, Okla. – Flowers are blooming and vegetables are ripe for picking out of the garden, but unfortunately, poison hemlock and other toxic plants are also blooming across the state.
USG Donates to Opportunities, Inc.

USG Donates to Opportunities, Inc.

USG Donates to Opportunities, Inc.

News Staff
Wednesday, June 22, 2022
WATONGA — The Give Local Program is administered through the USG Foundation. USG has plants across the United States which operate in diverse communities – full of parents, children, young adults, veterans, and others, all with different life stories.
Letter from the Geary Public Library

Letter from the Geary Public Library

Letter from the Geary Public Library

News Staff
Wednesday, June 22, 2022
Hello again readers, It’s been so hot outside but the atmosphere here in the library is staying cool. Great place to come and chill out and go on an adventure in a book. We just finished our third program, Finer Arts at the community building.

A Step In The Right Direction

News Staff
Wednesday, June 22, 2022
A step in the right direction implies doing good, doing right, thus not doing certain things that bring harm to others. We should always refrain from doing injury to anyone.
Ferguson Features

Ferguson Features

Ferguson Features

News Staff
Wednesday, June 22, 2022
We had nine visitors this week. One family, which included a couple from Massachusetts, a couple from Cache, Oklahoma, and a lady from Watonga came on Friday. They were in town visiting family and decided to come see the museum. They were very interested in our history.
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