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Cordell Public Schools Board of Education meeting minutes

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Cordell Board of Education met in regular session Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board of Education Room. The meeting was called to order by board President Jeff Jaronek. Members present were Jeff Jaronek, Nocona Cook, Misty Gossen, Cole Gregg, Danielle Ivey. Jaronek led the board prayer.

Local business owner has enduring legacy in serving Cordell

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Long-standing cosmetic brand franchise owner Ann Loftiss is celebrating 45 years with Merle Norman, a famous one-stop shop for cosmetics and skincare. In a recent interview, Loftiss shared her experience and love for her job, which dramatically impacted her life and several others.

Local cowboy poet to perform at Cowboy Hill

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Cordell’s cowboy poet Lavern “Straw” Berry will be featured On April 27th in a western artist collaborative at Cowboy Hill, a performance venue near Binger. Berry grew up in west central Oklahoma on a ranch in Washita County.

Washita Co. Commissioners minutes

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Now on the 8th day of April 2024, the County Commissioners in and for Washita County met in regular session with Chairman Goeringer calling the meeting to order. Chairman Goeringer asked Kristen Dowell, County Clerk, for roll call.

Hummingbirds arriving soon

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Warmer weather means flowers will soon bloom, but it is not only colorful plants and shrubs that will appear in the landscape. Hummingbirds are expected to arrive in Oklahoma at any time.

Council approves City municipal pool details for 2024 season

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During their meeting on Monday night, Cordell City Council set the municipal pool’s operating schedule as well as pool rules with a few changes from last year. If all goes as planned Cordell’s swimming pool will open on May 26th with a free swim day.

STRUCTURE FIRE IN BESSIE

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According to Bessie Fireman Matthew Georinger, on April 13, at approximately 7:15 PM, the Bessie Fire Department was paged to respond to a garage / shed fire at the Thompson residence.

Elementary Chorus hits all the right notes

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On Saturday, April 6th, the 5th and 6th Grade Chorus, directed by Elizabeth Edge, competed in the Seiling Music Festival, hosted at Seiling Public Schools. These students worked incredibly hard preparing music for this event and their hard work paid off. The Cordell Elementary Chorus received a superior rating from the judges, which is the best rating they could have received on stage! Director Elizabeth Edge said “I am incredibly proud of them and their dedication to musical excellence. Be sure to come hear them in our upcoming concert! We invite you to spend your Friday night with us!” The Cordell Spring Choir Concert is April 19th at 6:00 p.m. in the Cordell School Auditorium.