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Don’t Forget About Dad This Father’s Day

This year Father’s Day is on June 21. It is the day to recognize and give a special thanks to your dad. The history of Father’s Day goes back to 1908 when a church in West Virginia held a sermon to honor 362 men who were killed the previous year in a coal mining explosion.

Today in History

Today is Wednesday, June 17, the 169th day of 2020. There are 197 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On June 17, 1972, President Richard Nixon's eventual downfall began with the arrest of five burglars inside the Democratic headquarters in Washington, D.C.'s Watergate complex.

Thank You

The family of Don Teply deeply appreciates all the acts of kindness you have given us. Thank you for the flowers, food, visits and the Trinity Baptist Church for the family meal.
State Grain Cash Bid Prices

State Grain Cash Bid Prices

State Grain Cash Bid Prices

Oklahoma City, OK Mon Jun 15, 2020 OK Dept. of Ag-USDA Market News Oklahoma grain elevator cash bids as of 2:00 pm Monday. U.S. No 1 HARD RED WINTER WHEAT (BU): .03 to .08 lower. 3.97-4.41. Davis 3.97; Buffalo 4.07; Alva 4.13; Cherokee 4.15; Manchester 4.16; Medford, Ponca City 4.18; Hooker 4.
Pride in Watonga Lawns Contest Winners

Pride in Watonga Lawns Contest Winners

Pride in Watonga Lawns Contest Winners

First round winners of the Watonga American Legion Pride in Watonga Lawns contest were announced by Legion Commander Neal Riley. Five exceptional lawns and landscaping were selected last weekend as the best in the Watonga City Limit. Here is the key to the homeowners and locations A. (west of Hwy.
Blaine County DHS Office to Close Its Doors by June 19

Blaine County DHS Office to Close Its Doors by June 19

Blaine County DHS Office to Close Its Doors by June 19

According to the Oklahoma Department of Human Services, employee productivity went up as they worked from home, inducing the department to close about half of its locations, including the Watonga office. The move will save $6 million statewide.
Kimberly Jenkins Watonga Republican

Kimberly Jenkins Watonga Republican

Reporting Excellence

The Watonga Republican and The Geary Star staff recently won honors at the Oklahoma Press Association virtual awards ceremony. All awards are for papers of similar circulation.

Tony Almaguer

“In 30 years as a police officer, the job is filled with restless nights, seeing things you don’t want to see and getting called out at 3 a.m. But I want to help others, get them on a better path. I want to see them do better and that’s why I love my job.