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WordRace Champs

WordRace Champs

WordRace Champs

News Staff
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
(AT RIGHT) Isaac Stanke got an award for school WordRace Champ and school Addition Champ!Silas Taylor got an award for being in the Top 100 in the nation for Word Race competitions!

Canton Lunch, Backpack Programs Available

News Staff
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
The summer lunch program continues at Canton Schools through June 13. Breakfast is served from 8-8:30 a.m. and lunch is served from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the high school cafeteria. This is a free program for children up to age 18.

Got a News Tip? Grandkids Did Something Great?

News Staff
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
There is nothing we would like better than to hear about what is going on in the great town of Canton!Email to editor@watongarepublican. com or give us a call at (580) 623-4922.If you happen to be in Watongaa, stop by and see us at 405 N. Harmon.
Honoring First Responders

Honoring First Responders

Honoring First Responders

News Staff
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
(ABOVE) Local Emergency responders gather for a luncheon hosted by Devon Energy, celebrating their unwavering dedication and service to the community.Represented agencies included: Blaine Co. Sheriff’s Office, Caddo Co. Sherrif’s Office, Canadian Co.

City Tables Manager, Works on Budget

Connie Burcham Editor
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
At the Watonga City Council special meeting Tuesday, the council quickly tabled the questions about hiring a city manager and what that process should look like and moved on to a thorough discussion of the city budget. Tabled agenda items will be brought up at the next regularly scheduled meeting.
Summer Feeding Programs Abound

Summer Feeding Programs Abound

Summer Feeding Programs Abound

Connie Burcham Editor
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Summer can be a time of hunger for some children who rely on school meals for the largest part of their nutrition.However, there are programs in place in Blaine County to meet that need.Watonga Elementary School is the site for the summer food program through the school system.
Nations Urge Override of Stitt’s MMIP Bill Veto

Nations Urge Override of Stitt’s MMIP Bill Veto

Nations Urge Override of Stitt’s MMIP Bill Veto

News Staff
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
OKLAHOMA CITY — United Indian Nations of Oklahoma (UINO) is calling on all Oklahomans to contact their state lawmakers and urge them to override Governor Kevin Stitt's May 5 veto of House Bill 1137, legislation written to remove barriers preventing critical state funding for the investigation of...
On May 7, Estep Mechanics hosted the life skills class from Calumet High School for a visit to the shop for a lesson on basic car maintenance. Community support makes these programs successful.

On May 7, Estep Mechanics hosted the life skills class from Calumet High School for a visit to the shop for a lesson on basic car maintenance. Community support makes these programs successful.

Mullin Moves to Repeal California EV Waivers

News Staff
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Washington, D.C. – On Thursday, the Senate passed H.J. Res. 89, Mullin Low NOX Regulation CRA. The final step of the three joint resolutions, introduced by U.S.

Alva Arts Fest Set For June 6-7

News Staff
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Patrons of the 54th Nescatunga Arts Festival on Friday and Saturday, June 6-7, will have the opportunity to “shop local” in Alva while browsing for unique items from fine art and craft booths at the Alva Recreation Complex’s Pete and Ruth Leslie Fieldhouse, 1887 Goldbug Blvd. in Alva.
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