Community Events

2/ 11-Watonga HS Powerlifting @ Chandler 9 a.m. -Watonga Schools Blood Drive in the old gym lobby 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. -Watonga Library Preschool Storytime @ 10 a.m., Dungeons & Dragons @ 4 p.m. 2/ 12-K & L Country BBQ Food Truck at the Lumberyard 12-6 p.m.

Forensic Audit of Racing Account Complete

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Horse Racing Commission recently released a forensic audit of its OKBred account. The audit found inadequate internal controls, noncompliance with statutory purpose and deficient documentation and record-keeping.

Real Election Reform

Critics often note voter turnout in Oklahoma elections is lower than in most states, yet those critics seldom demand the reform that would do the most to boost election participation: moving more elections to the November ballot.

A Bubble Off Plumb

Well, the rumor is the groundhog saw its shadow and predicted another six weeks of winter. I’m not sure how the little porker could see a shadow since it is overcast across the entire hemisphere, but there it is.I can’t really say that I blame the little bugger.

Kirt Comments on State of the State

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Democratic Leader Julia Kirt issued a statement following the governor’s final State of the State address and commenting on the beginning of the 2026 legislative session.“The governor's State of the State was out of touch with the daily challenges most Oklahomans are facing.

Calling All 4-H’ers

The Blaine County Speech Contest is on Feb. 13 at Okeene High School.This is a great chance to build confidence, practice public speaking, and support your fellow 4 H members. Please make sure to pre register with the OSU Extension Office by Feb. 9.

Murdoch Bill Would End OSSAA

OKLAHOMA CITY — Sen. Casey Murdock, R-Felt, has introduced legislation to put an end to the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association's unchecked authority over students’ ability to participate in school sports.

Ferguson Features

This is Roy, your “Throwback Thursday” guy, with the T.B. Ferguson Museum. I’m stepping in for Joe Bryan who normally writes the Ferguson Feature, He is a much better writer than I am, but I’m glad to add my thoughts, opinions and interpretations of the Fergusons and their story.

SENIOR CENTER NEWS

We just endured the longest January in history! Between 11 inches of snow and more than 50 hours of temperatures below freezing, it has been a long month. No matter what happens on Groundhog Day, I bet we get six more weeks of winter.