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8//13----First Day off School Watonga--Watonga H..S.. Lady Eagles Fastt Pitch vs Okarrche Fes--tival @ Okarrche8/14-8/15-Watonga M.S. Lady Eagles Fast Pitch @ Watonga Festival -Geary M.S. Lady Bison Fast Pitch @ Watonga Festival8/15-Blaine County Farmers Market @ Legion Park 8AM-6th Annual Watonga...

Oklahoma Human Services and National Child Welfare Leader Unite to Advance Child Safety Across Oklahoma

OKLAHOMA CITY (July 30, 2026) Oklahoma Human Services is expanding training as part of the agency's vision for Oklahoma to become the safest state in the nation for children, reinforcing a consistent, evidenceinformed approach to protecting children and supporting families.The effort is part of an...

Ferguson Features

Thompson Benton (T.B.) Ferguson and his service as governor of Oklahoma Territory shines as an example to those seeking political office. There are important decisions in the August 25 primary and general election Nov. 3.

Senior News Center & Resource Guide

Here we are in August, the eighth month of this year. August is special because it marks the peak of summer and was called ‘weod month” by Anglo-Saxons because weed and plants grew very fast in this month. Fresh fruits and vegetables are fully ripe and ready to pick.

Today In History

August 5 is the 217th day of the year (218th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar; 148 days remain until the end of the year.1601–19001620 – The Mayflower departs from Southampton, England, carrying wouldbe settlers, on its first attempt to reach North America; it is forced to dock in Dartmouth...

Blaine County Courthouse News

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Oklahoma Hall of Fame Scholarship Competition

For the 16th year, the Oklahoma Hall of Fame will be awarding the Oklahoma Hall of Fame Scholarship to one Oklahoma high school senior. Thanks to additional donations this year, the scholarship has increased from $6,000 to $8,000 to assist an Oklahoma student in pursuit of their higher education.

Safety Tips for a Smooth Back-to-School Season

A new school year means new routines, fresh supplies, and plenty of excitement.