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Thank You

News Staff
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
The family of Snip Baker would like to thank everyone who helped us celebrate his life. Our sincere appreciation goes to David Beck for conducting the service, Michelle Pruitt and Andra Nease for the beautiful music, and Adam Lovitt for live­streaming the service for those unable to attend.
Carla Flynn presents Carl King with the 2020 Citizen of the Year award at the annual Watonga Chamber of Commerce banquet on Monday, Aug. 30, at Lucky Star.

Carla Flynn presents Carl King with the 2020 Citizen of the Year award at the annual Watonga Chamber of Commerce banquet on Monday, Aug. 30, at Lucky Star.

Watonga Chamber Banquet Honors Community Pillars

News Staff
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
WATONGA – After years of planning and construction, the Lucky Star Casino now stands as a sleek and modern welcome to Watonga just off Clarence Nash Boulevard.
Fair Showcases Best of Local Livestock, Agriculture and Beyond

Fair Showcases Best of Local Livestock, Agriculture and Beyond

Fair Showcases Best of Local Livestock, Agriculture and Beyond

News Staff
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
WATONGA – Blaine County celebrated a successful fair this past weekend at the fairgrounds in Watonga. In the 4-H and FFA Arena, the livestock show featured cattle, swine, sheep and goats raised by local students.
A door at Swann Pharmacy is boarded up one week after thieves broke in and stole prescription drugs on Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2021.

A door at Swann Pharmacy is boarded up one week after thieves broke in and stole prescription drugs on Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2021.

Police Looking for Related Crimes After Swann Pharmacy Break-In

News Staff
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
WATONGA – About $3,300 worth of prescription medication was stolen from Swann Pharmacy last Tuesday, Aug. 24, in a crime police say might be related to other break-ins across the region. The theft occurred just before 4:30 a.m.
Don’t Miss Out on the Activities at the County Fair!

Don’t Miss Out on the Activities at the County Fair!

Don’t Miss Out on the Activities at the County Fair!

News Staff
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
Entries will start with Thursday evening from 4:00-6:30 p.m. and continue Friday morning from 7:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Judging will begin at 11:00 a.m. for items in the Foley Building. The Watonga Local Livestock Show will also be held Friday Morning.
Watonga Superintendent Kyle Hilterbran (right) presents a certificate of appreciation to Duwane Crites for his efforts over the summer. Crites led extensive remodeling projects at all Watonga school campuses.

Watonga Superintendent Kyle Hilterbran (right) presents a certificate of appreciation to Duwane Crites for his efforts over the summer. Crites led extensive remodeling projects at all Watonga school campuses.

Watonga School Board OKs New Ag Trailer Purchase

News Staff
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
WATONGA – The Watonga Public Schools Board of Education met on Monday, Aug. 23, to hear updates from district administrators and consider several agenda items for the first time since the new school year began.
Geary 522 Board Picks Pafford as New EMS Provider

Geary 522 Board Picks Pafford as New EMS Provider

Geary 522 Board Picks Pafford as New EMS Provider

News Staff
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
GEARY – The board of the Geary 522 ambulance district voted last Tuesday, Aug. 17 to make Pafford EMS the area’s full-time ambulance provider beginning Nov. 25. Pafford is currently providing interim services for the district after the board dismissed Medic West late last month.
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