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Kays Charged With Burglary, Assault in 2019 Arrest Case

Kays Charged With Burglary, Assault in 2019 Arrest Case

Kays Charged With Burglary, Assault in 2019 Arrest Case

WATONGA – A warrant was issued for the arrest of former Watonga Police Chief Shawn Kays last week after a rough arrest he made in 2019 was caught on video and leaked to the public. Kays has been charged with felony first-degree burglary and assault and battery, a misdemeanor.
Lucky Star Gives Update on Watonga Hotel Open Date

Lucky Star Gives Update on Watonga Hotel Open Date

Lucky Star Gives Update on Watonga Hotel Open Date

WATONGA – The hotel at Watonga’s Lucky Star Casino could open as soon as Sept. 1, casino officials said last week, marking the fulfillment of a years-long project to transform the local gaming hub.
The late Watonga K9 officer Mate enjoys a steak during his retirement party at the Roman Nose General Store in May 2021.

The late Watonga K9 officer Mate enjoys a steak during his retirement party at the Roman Nose General Store in May 2021.

Former Watonga K9 Mate Dies

WATONGA – Former Watonga narcotics detection dog Mate died last week just months after his retirement from active duty. He was about 9 years old. Mate has been handled by now-Blaine County Sheriff Travis Daugherty and, most recently, former Watonga Police Chief Shawn Kays.
Meet the New Watonga Chamber Director

Meet the New Watonga Chamber Director

Meet the New Watonga Chamber Director

WATONGA – The Watonga Chamber of Commerce has a new executive director, a young woman who has returned to her hometown ready to make a difference. Jerrica Chebahtah is a Watonga High School graduate who worked in retail in Oklahoma City for years before returning to Watonga two years ago.