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Geary SkillsUSA Chapter Takes Home National Awards

Geary SkillsUSA Chapter Takes Home National Awards

Geary SkillsUSA Chapter Takes Home National Awards

GEARY – The Geary chapter of national CareerTech organization SkillsUSA continues to punch above its weight, as several Geary students took home medals in the group’s national competition earlier this summer. The winners were announced during a virtual ceremony last Thursday, June 24.
Enjoy a safe and happy Independence Day

Enjoy a safe and happy Independence Day

Enjoy a safe and happy Independence Day

Independence Day is a celebration of the United States of America. The holiday is marked by fanfare and large parties, complete with barbecues, fireworks and parades.
How to plan a perfect game night

How to plan a perfect game night

How to plan a perfect game night

Shared experiences are ideal ways to make new friends or solidify established relationships. Bonds can be strengthened even further when those shared experiences include entertaining activities. This is a great reason for adults to incorporate routine game nights into their social calendars.
United States flag facts and handling etiquette

United States flag facts and handling etiquette

United States flag facts and handling etiquette

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.
2019 Arrest Video Resurfaces After Kays Firing

2019 Arrest Video Resurfaces After Kays Firing

2019 Arrest Video Resurfaces After Kays Firing

WATONGA – A 2019 video that allegedly depicts now-former Watonga Police Chief Shawn Kays was posted on social media, and later aired by an Oklahoma City news station, amidst ongoing investigations into the chief.
Some Blaine County Businesses Struggle To Find Workers

Some Blaine County Businesses Struggle To Find Workers

Some Blaine County Businesses Struggle To Find Workers

WATONGA – It’s not always easy to find a job in rural America. But for some Blaine County businesses lately, and rural businesses everywhere, there are more jobs available than workers willing to take them.
Greenfield Family Mourns Toddler’s Death

Greenfield Family Mourns Toddler’s Death

Greenfield Family Mourns Toddler’s Death

BLAINE COUNTY — The Blaine County community mourned last week with news that a local boy had died from head injuries sustained days earlier. Zavien Kinyon was months away from his third birthday when he was injured on Friday, June 18, and airlifted to the OU Medical Center in Oklahoma City.
Sample Ballots Available for July 13 Election

Sample Ballots Available for July 13 Election

Sample Ballots Available for July 13 Election

BLAINE COUNTY - Sample ballots are now available for the July 13th Election. Voters can download a sample ballot using the State Election Board’s OK Voter Portal at oklahoma.gov/elections/ovp or pick up a copy at the Blaine County Election Board during normal business hours.