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(ABOVE) Blaine County Sheriff’s Office ‘cruisers’ will continue to be dispatched Weatherford. through

County Stays With Weatherford

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Like everyone else, Blaine County is searching for ways to trim its budget. But commissioners drew the line at being penny wise and pound foolish when it came to dispatching for the sheriff’s office.

Thursday Marks Federal Holiday

Connie Burcham Editor

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Thursday is a federal holiday, meaning banks, many offices and the U.S. Postal Service will be closed. The date marks the declaration of emancipation of slaves in the United States in 1865, some two years after Abraham Lincoln made the Emancipation Proclamation.

Council Passes Utility Increases, Retains Little

Connie Burcham Editor

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

When the Watonga City Council met Tuesday evening, it faced a long and varied agenda.Some of the buildup was from the city being unable to approve items like the budget amendments because before the election there were only two sitting council members.

Legislative Session Adjourned

Mike Dobrinski Oklahoma Rep. District 59

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

The First Session of the 60th Legislature is officially adjourned. This session proved very productive for the people of House District 59 and all of Oklahoma.We've cut the state income tax brackets from six to four, and those in the bottom bracket will pay zero.

An adult mountain lion with three kittens was photographed in Oklahoma's Cimarron County in December 2024. The image was captured on a trail camera installed by the private landowner and later shared with the Wildlife Department.

Mountain Lions With Cubs Confirmed In Oklahoma

News Staff

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC) has confirmed reports of two separate mountain lions observed with kittens in different regions of the state.

Lucas Reintroduces Weather Act

News Staff

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

WASHINGTON, D. C. – Congressman Frank Lucas – former House Science, Space, and Technology Committee Chairman – reintroduced comprehensive legislation to support substantial improvements in weather forecasting and prediction of highimpact weather events.

This April 2022 photo shows the Swadley’s sign at Roman Nose State Park covered after the restaraunt’s contract was cancelled. The matter is still in the courts. Owner Brent Swadley is seeking to stop Attorney General Gentner Drummond from prosecuting the case, claiming political motivations.

Swadley Seeks to Dismiss Drummond

News Staff

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

OKLAHOMA CITY – Brent Swadley has filed a motion to disqualify Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond and his office from further involvement in the prosecution of the criminal case against him.

SENIOR CENTER NEWS

Brenda Stein

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Happy second week of June to everyone! Can you believe that this year is almost half over? Where has the time gone? On Sunday, June 15, we will celebrate Father’s Day. It is always celebrated on the third Sunday of June.

Ferguson Features

Joe Bryan

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Flag week, June 8-14 this year, is capped by Flag Day. The Friends of the Ferguson are pleased to collaborate with the American Legion Post 125 of Watonga and Boys State in celebrating Flag Day at 10 a.m. June 14 at the Ferguson Museum.

Today in History

News Staff

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

June 11 is the 162nd day of the year (163rd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar; 203 days remain until the end of the year.173 – Marcomannic Wars: The Roman army in Moravia is encircled by the Quadi, who have broken the peace treaty (171).

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