Pomp and Circumstances: Watonga High Seniors Graduate After Unprecedented Year

The cloudy weather threatened Saturday morning but ultimately cooperated as the senior class of Watonga High School marked the completion of its years of grade school. The commencement ceremony was held at Eagle Stadium before a crowd of family and friends.

Watonga City Council Approves Help for Ferguson Museum

The revamped Watonga City Council met Tuesday evening at City Hall for a relatively brief meeting as they prepare to dig into the budget for the next fiscal year. The council discussed the recent Bikes & BBQ event, appointed members to the public library board, and renewed its contract with the T.

Ross Retires

Watonga Elementary held a retirement party Tuesday for longtime teacher and coach Renee Ross. Dozens of Ross’ co-workers and family members, many of whom she taught herself, gathered in the school library for the celebration. Ross was with the district for 41 years.

Geary Celebrates SkillsUSA Winners in Tuesday Banquet

Geary students and their families gathered Tuesday, May 4, in the Field House for a celebration of SkillsUSA members and their achievements over the past two years.

First Bikes & BBQ a Success

Watonga’s first Bikes & BBQ event was held last week downtown, drawing hundreds to the city for two days of food, music and events. Organizer John Morris said the inaugural rally was a huge success.