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Celebrating Career of Retiring K-9

Celebrating Career of Retiring K-9

Celebrating Career of Retiring K-9

Graham Dudley
Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Members of Watonga’s law enforcement and first responder community gathered with their families Saturday at the Roman Nose General Store for an unusual, but well-deserved, retirement party. Mate, the 9-year-old German Shepherd handled by Watonga Police Chief Shawn Kays, is retiring from the force.

Watonga Cheese Festival Seeks Submissions for T-Shirt

Graham Dudley
Wednesday, April 28, 2021
Like many events, the 2020 edition of the Watonga Cheese Festival was canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic. But the festival is returning this October, and organizers are already beginning the exciting buildup with a contest to see who will design this year’s official festival T-shirt.
A Senate Review

A Senate Review

A Senate Review

Darcy Jech State Senator District 26
Wednesday, April 28, 2021
It’s been a busy few weeks, but this past week was especially long as we spent our time hearing and debating the remaining House bills eligible for our consideration on the Senate floor. We had to take action on these bills by Thursday, April 22 for them to continue in the process to become law.

10-Digit Dialing Now Mandatory

Graham Dudley
Wednesday, April 28, 2021
Oklahomans with 405 area codes now need to include that code while dialing other local numbers. As of Saturday, April 24, mandatory 10-digit dialing has begun for customers of the 405 area code, which includes portions of Blaine County, including Geary.
Photo provided by Brenda Lee Geels

Photo provided by Brenda Lee Geels

Watonga Girls Dominate Home Track Meet Saturday

Graham Dudley
Wednesday, April 28, 2021
The Watonga Lady Eagles’ run of excellence continued Saturday on their home track, as they easily won the meet with the best team score on the day and carried several events, as well. The girls as usual dominated the relay events, winning the 800m, 1600m and 3200m relays.
Overstreet Named High School Principal

Overstreet Named High School Principal

Overstreet Named High School Principal

Graham Dudley
Wednesday, April 28, 2021
Just weeks after selecting a new district superintendent, the Watonga School District Board of Education convened for a special meeting on Wednesday, April 21, to hire Todd Overstreet as the new Watonga High School principal Ȯverstreet comes to Watonga from Kingfisher, where he held the same...
NWatonga’s Historic Swearing-In Ceremony

NWatonga’s Historic Swearing-In Ceremony

Watonga’s Historic Swearing-In Ceremony

Graham Dudley
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
The City of Watonga has a new mayor. Bill Seitter was selected as mayor during a city council meeting Tuesday night at Watonga City Hall. Travis Bradt will serve as vice mayor. Departing Mayor Gary Olsen was recognized during the meeting for his years of service to the community.
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