Issues of Life
“And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors,” Matthew 6:12 Forgiveness is one of the most important principles in the New Testament. No one knew the essence of forgiveness like Jesus. He was and is the master of it! He wanted His disciples to…
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Leedey FFA Hosts Ag Ventures Kids Camp By MaKinlee Carpenter
LEEDEY, OKLAHOMA- The Leedey FFA Chapter recently hosted its annual Kids Camp, providing future FFA members with an exciting opportunity to explore agriculture through hands-on learning, teamwork, and interactive activities. Throughout the camp,…
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UWCD Hosts Outdoor Classroom
Third and fourth graders from schools around the county participated in the Upper Washita Conservation District’s annual Natural Resource Day last week. 129 students from Cheyenne, Reydon, Hammon, Sweetwater, and Leedey elementary schools participated in…
Read MoreDead Dinosaur or Community Connector
The local newspaper—a staple in most small communities. However, as the “digital age” encroaches on society, is the local paper about to become a dead dinosaur? Remember the days when newspapers were delivered to our doors? Our elders held that paper in…
Read MoreBeckham County Court Records
The following actions were filed in the District Court of Beckham County, Oklahoma the week of October 5-9, 2026. MISDEMEANORS State of Oklahoma vs. Savannah N Carlile – Possession of Meth & Paraphernalia State of Oklahoma vs. Kelly R Lane – Driving…
Read MoreCheyenne 50 Years Ago
There was a heavy frost in Roger Mills County Thursday night, October 7th. The frost followed a .38 inch drizzling rain. The temperature fell to a record low the first week of October but has now risen back to the 70s and 80s. The Senior Class of…
Read MoreCheyenne 120 Years Ago
The Board of Commissioners of Roger Mills Coun- ty, Oklahoma Territory met in regular session October 1, 1906. Present Commissioners I.H. Carmichael, Bascom Bates and Jno H. West; County Attorney Jno. C Hendrix, Sheriff S.A. Elliott and County Clerk Jno…
Read MoreNiche Ranks SWOSU No. 2 Among Oklahoma Public Universities for Value
Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) has earned a place among Oklahoma’s best college values, ranking No. 2 among public universities in Niche’s 2027 Best Value Colleges rankings. SWOSU ranks fourth among all colleges on the statewide list and…
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