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Woodward Area Coalition asks for help
The Woodward Area Coalition is looking for more organizations to participate in its fifth annual Family Fun Fair set for August 21.
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Workers from the Chain Ranch spent much of Friday morning rounding up longhorn steers and bringing them back to the Elks Rodeo Arena.
Ruptured vocal chord causes cancellations
Jason Boland and the Stragglers recently announced they would be canceling the remainder of their July tour dates including a performance scheduled for the Saturday night dance at the Woodward Elks Rodeo.
Rodeo queen gains appreciation for pageants
Kristin Killion Miss Rodeo Oklahoma 2008 said her first visit to the Woodward Elks Rodeo is going well.
The driver of a semi trailer that caused the deaths of four people in a fiery accident last October was charged with negligent homicide in Woodward County District Court Tuesday.
Cattle drive helps kick off rodeo
One of the premiere features of Rodeo Week in Woodward is the longhorn steer drive through downtown on Tuesday, the day before the rodeo officially starts.
Degree completion for adults now within reach
A new program that allows adults whose college years were interrupted by life changes to enroll and complete their degrees is being offered by Northwestern Oklahoma State University and seven other accredited ...
Celebrate and remember this rodeo season
During this week and throughout the summer, thousands of folks will find their way to rodeo arenas in Woodward and Northwest Oklahoma.
Wheat could be worth millions, if forecasts hold
North central Oklahoma's wheat crop this year could be worth nearly $500 million if production forecasts hold.
The American Red Cross has enlisted the help of local emergency response agencies and their personnel to help draw out more blood donors for a special community wide blood drive.
Witnesses to 1947 tornado share stories
Survivors of the April 1947 tornado that demolished Woodward gathered Thursday afternoon at the Plains Indians and Pioneers Museum to relate their experiences in a panel discussion as part of Northwest Oklahoma ...
Tiny clown contest set at burger feed
Think your kid could be the cutest clown in town? Tri-State Veterinary Hospital is offering you the chance to find out in a special costume contest to be held during the annual rodeo hamburger feed Wednesday.
Fuel price straining education budget
With gasoline and diesel prices at record highs, area schools are feeling the pinch and preparing to tighten their belts for the upcoming school year.
Bad dog goes good, lands perfect home
While many who end up in prison get out with more problems than they had, Prison is where Dream went to leave her problems behind.
Area woman part of award-winning Air Force unit
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Shandra Mathes and her squadron were recently honored as the 2008 recipients of the coveted Raytheon Trophy.
Dairy Queen hosting Girl Scouts
Woodward girls will have an opportunity to join the Girl Scouts this Thursday at the Dairy Queen on Main Street.
Traditional hamburger feed set next Wednesday
All of Woodward is gearing up for the annual Woodward Elks Rodeo, which will be kicked off Wednesday with the traditional hamburger feed downtown.
Chamber hosts forum for Senate, House candidates
With primaries just three weeks away, the Woodward Chamber of Commerce held a special political forum during its monthly luncheon Monday.
Museum class shows prehistoric Oklahoma for local enthusiasts
Northwest Oklahoma State University's week-long local history course, "Oklahoma Northwest," kicked off Monday with a look at prehistoric Oklahoma.
Stabbing in Laverne under investigation
Last week marked an unusual spike in violence in a small Western Oklahoma town known to be somewhere one can generally count on getting peace of mind along with a piece of pie.