Watonga Community Corner

Rooted in Community: Homegrown Stories from the Blaine County Farmers Market Jul 08, 2026

Welcome to another episode of Watonga Community Corner the podcast where we share the people, programs, organizations, and stories that make our community strong and resourceful.In this episode, Tosha and I are talking all things local with the Blaine County Farmers Market at Watonga! We visit about how the market got started, the people and vendors who make it possible, and why supporting locally grown, homemade, and handmade products is so important to our rural community.We also talk about what visitors can expect at the market, opportunities for local growers, makers, bakers, and small businesses, and some of the exciting things planned for this market season. In this episode, we talk about:• The story behind the Blaine County Farmers Market at Watonga • Local farmers, growers, makers, and vendors • Homegrown, homemade, and handmade products • How the market supports small businesses • Agriculture and rural traditions in Blaine County • What families can experience when they visit • How to become involved as a vendor or supporter • What’s ahead for the Farmers MarketA farmers market is about more than fresh produce. It’s about neighbors supporting neighbors, families gathering together, small businesses finding opportunities to grow, and keeping our agricultural traditions alive for future generations.Thank you for joining us on Watonga Community Corner as we continue highlighting the people and stories at the heart of Watonga, Oklahoma. Hosted by Teresa France Like this episode, share it with your friends and neighbors, and subscribe so you don’t miss future conversations from around our community!#WatongaCommunityCorner #BlaineCountyFarmersMarket #WatongaOklahoma #WatongaOK #FarmersMarket #ShopLocal #SupportLocal #OklahomaAgriculture #SmallBusiness #CommunityMatters #Homegrown #Handmade #RuralOklahoma

From Smoke Eater to All Clear, Chief Daugherty gives us a behind the scenes look at the Watonga Fire Department Jun 22, 2026

Watonga Community Corner - Episode 3 Featuring Fire Chief Robert Daugherty. In this episode of Watonga Community Corner, host Teresa France sits down with Watonga Fire Chief Robert Daugherty to discuss the vital role of first responders play in keeping our community safe.Chief Daugherty shares his journey into the service and what it means to serve the citizens of Watonga, and the challenges and rewards that come with being a first responder. Listeners will gain insight into the daily operations of the Watonga Fire Department, emergency preparedness, fire safety, and the importance of community support.Whether you're interested in public safety, emergency response, or simply want to learn about the dedicated individuals who protect our community, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.We chat about• Fire prevention and safety tips• Emergency preparedness• Life as a first responder• Serving the Watonga Community• Oklahoma weather and emergency response• 4th of July safety tipsJoin us as we highlight the people, programs, and stories that make Watonga strong and resourceful.Thank you, Chief Daugherty, and all first responders, for your dedication and service to our community.#WatongaCommunityCornerPodcast #WatongaOK #FireChiefRobertDaugherty #FirstResponders #CommunityMatters #WatongaFireDepartment #StrongAndResourceful #BrandLogixMobileMarketing

Building Community Through Parks and Recreation May 23, 2026

Discover What's Happening in Watonga Parks & Recreation!

Now Streaming! New Episode featuring Local Guests and Community Stories from Watonga, Oklahoma! In episode 2 of Watonga Community Corner, join host Teresa France as I sit with features Donnie Dunn, Watonga Parks and Recreation Superintendent! We talk about:

Summer Programs and activities
Community Events
Youth sports and recreation opportunities
Park Improvements and future plans
Behind the scenes work keeping Watonga beautiful
Why parks and recreation matter to our community.

From ballfields to family fun, this episode highlights the people working hard to keep Watonga active, connected and thriving.

Listen now and discover what's happening in Watonga Parks and Recreation!

#WatongaCommunityCorner #WatongaOk #ParksAndRec #CommunityMatters #BetterTogetherWatonga #WatongaProud #SupportLocal #OklahomaCommunities

A Peek Through the Pages of the Watonga Public Library Apr 24, 2026

In a small community like Watonga some of the most important stories aren't found on shelves...they are lived out in the people who serve our community every day.

Welcome to Watonga Community Corner-I am your host, Teresa France.

Today, we are introducing you to someone helping write the next chapter of our town's story; our new librarian, Lynn Rainey.

We talk about her journey, her heart for the community of Watonga, and all the happenings at the Watonga Public Library this summer.

So whether you're a lifelong reader or haven't been to the library in years...this one's for you!

“Positivity” is Key Jul 15, 2024

*our thoughts and hearts are saddened for the family of the victim who lost his life and the lives of those who were injured and witness to the tragedy at the Pennsylvania Rally this past weekend. In today’s podcast our City Mgr. Karrie Beth Little, discusses the Watonga City Departments and the daily activities that keep Watonga residents safe, healthy and more importantly aware of the Watonga department responsibilities. These are the discussion items that impact each of you, the listeners of Watonga. *BrandLogix Mobile Marketing; France Enterprises, LLC does not receive any residual income from this podcast.

Synergize Watonga Jul 08, 2024

A community is thriving by Living and Volunteering by community involvement. Watonga City Mgr., Karrie Beth Little and BrandLogix Podcast site host, Teresa France give a few key point takeaways: communication, positive interactions, and community development happens with you; citizens choosing to be an involved community. To receive information about Watonga community events, text the keyword: {welcome2watonga} to mb# {8886773772} and stay up to date on Watonga Emergency updates by texting the keyword: {Alert} to mb# {8445803473} ~To build an effective community, everyone must realize that their community is bigger than them ~ #BetterTogetherWatonga

The Inside Briefing Jul 01, 2024

Curating Community Communication and city development strategies; Watonga City Mgr. Karrie Beth Little and podcast producer BrandLogix Mbl, Mkting, Teresa France highlight the past year of Watonga City Government’s podcasting venture discussing professionalism and community commitments. We highlight the importance of partnership with professional organizations, other Watonga community development programs, our community members and why local government is invested in educating and informing our citizens with different communication avenues for all citizens. We open up about City Government Professionalism and how moving forward equals positivity and solution driven actions. #BetterTogetherWatonga

The Sky’s the Limit Jun 24, 2024

Watonga City Manager, Karrie Beth Little, shared Watonga’s upcoming 2 weeks events! Community Coffee, saying goodbye and Happy Retirement to a longtime faithful Watonga employee, 4th of July celebrations, and sharing Watonga’s many positive infrastructure builds. Accomplishing a series of historic goals; one positive change at a time. #bettertogetherWatonga

Summer Carnival kickoff Jun 03, 2024

Today on the Watonga City Manager Minute Monday Podcast, we meet up at the Watonga public Library for the Summer Reading Program kickoff with a fun outdoor carnival! Popcorn, snow cones, hotdogs, bounce house, painting and some incredible interactive performances for our Community and Kids! Thank you City of Watonga, Friends of the Library and the Watonga Public Library and every person who has contributed time and participated in the event! So much more to come ~ Enhancing with learning and entertaining our community! We are #bettertogetherWatonga

Barrels of Art, Free Breakfast and Airplane Rides May 20, 2024

In today’s Watonga City Manager Podcast, Watonga City Mgr., Karrie Beth Little shares all the upcoming highlights for our small town. She has dedicated her career to managing and making her hometown the best place it could be. Come, take a ride with Karrie Beth as she talks about what’s scheduled this month in the small town of Watonga, Oklahoma. This Memorial Day weekend the Watonga Regional Airport hosts a Breakfast and Fly In. Free airplane rides and free breakfast! Our dialogue takes us through the corridors of the City of Watonga, our Government News, and our vibrant “events” landscape, where Karrie Beth shares the day-to-day workings of the City and the collaborative efforts that drive community growth. Discover what is shaping Watonga’s "#BetterTogetherWatonga" brand and charm as we explore the city's initiatives to invite our community to “networking gatherings” and family fun events while cherishing our tight-knit woven community. This episode reveals how the Watonga community spirit shines bright, especially when bonding together, illustrating the resilience and involvement that make our town stand out. Wrapping up, we peer into the future for our summer programs our community collaborations and improvement endeavors. As we close out this episode, we extend an open invitation to those who resonate with the heart of Watonga’s mission to join us in nurturing a thriving community that's ready to welcome you home. #BetterTogetherWatonga

Unfiltered! Keeping it Real in our Hometown May 13, 2024

Over the past 14 months, Watonga City Manager, Karrie Beth Little, has opened her preverbal podcast door to transparency in the government workplace and highlighted the city of Watonga. During this time, she has opened our understanding of the manager role and other public sector employee positions and in detail, shared perspectives regarding government officials and legal understandings. As the podcast producer, I find it imperative to advocate for our city and the public sector employees. Our city government deserves to have citizens that understand the great task upon our city organization, advocate on their behalf, take proactive steps to protect their reputations and careers, and share facts that not only promote a healthy community but that also have a vision for the City of Watonga’s future. Karrie Beth’s goal for Watonga is to build a better Watonga, and a supportive team who’s focus is to build a community that supports, develops, and advocates on behalf of Watonga, as well as to have a more informed approach to our public. In today’s episode, some topics Karrie Beth speaks to our community about is the upcoming community coffee and park dedication, a Memorial Day weekend Fly In at the Watonga Regional airport, and the details how to sign up for the upcoming city wide garage sale. You don’t want to miss hearing this week’s “Watonga City Manager Minute Podcast”#BetterTogetherWatonga BrandLogix Mobile Marketing; Teresa France, Podcast Producer

Adventure is calling….let’s RIDE Apr 22, 2024

Bike and BBQ, RomanNose Trail Ride, Farmers Market and did I hear somebody say, “tonight’s the last night to hear from Rex’s Ex’s?” On todays episode of the Watonga City Manager Minute podcast, Karrie Beth highlighted, our local 911 procedures, this weekends sporting events, Monday is the last night to catch the local play “Rex’s Ex’s”, and this upcoming weekend list of family fun activities! Special Podcast Guest; John Morris, President of Blaine County Bikers of Education Inc., chatted with Karrie Beth about this weekend’s activity line up for the 4th Annual Watonga Bikes and BBQ, the scheduled food trucks, entertainment, vendors and fun! Watonga we have so much to do this weekend! If your idea of entertainment is more on the serene, quiet in nature on top of a horse vibe, check out the RomanNose Trail ride. If you want to cheer on your favorite Watonga sports team, we got you covered! If browsing the local farmers market is your thing….thanks to Connie Burcham, we have that too! This weekend we have something for everyone! We are #BetterTogetherWatonga

Oklahoma closing the divide on High Speed Internet Apr 18, 2024

A healthy rural Oklahoma makes a healthy urban Oklahoma! In todays special broadcast, Karrie Beth highlights upcoming Watonga Events: town-wide cleanup through the 19th and tonight only open until 7:00PM Main and Forrest Plus have you heard Rex’s Ex’s are in town this weekend! Get your tickets for some Comedic entertainment! Watonga theatre showings, Saturday, Sunday and Monday afternoon. Also this upcoming Saturday night, local Watonga HS seniors are having a downtown block party! And mark those calendars for next weekends events; Watonga Bikes and BbQ, RomanNose trail ride, and Watonga’s first farmers market Saturday, also next Saturday the Watonga Masons are cooking breakfast at the Senior center. Looking ahead, the Ferguson Museum is hosting a tea May 4th and Watonga will be hosting a Fly In with free plane rides May 25th. That Memorial Day weekend the Former Watonga Students association are having an event at the new HS. So many great events coming up in our city! Tentative date has been set for the City wide Garage May 31 to June 1st, keep listening for more details. Today’s special guest is Mike Sanders, Executive Director Oklahoma Broadband. It’s been a little over 1 year since Director Mike Sanders took the reins at the Broadband Office. In this time, he has visited over 30 cities and towns hearing directly from Oklahomans, he launched the first grant program. “High speed internet is a way of life,”he shared; in economics, tourism, healthcare, and educationally. Currently, 600,000 Oklahomans do not have high speed internet. Closing the digital divide; there has been 1.3 billion Federal dollars appropriated for this Oklahoma project. Currently, 2906 individuals, that’s 35% of Blaine county that does not have high speed internet. The Legislature designated ARPA State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds to create and administer the broadband investment grant program. Grant funds of $374 million will be coupled with more than $90 million in matching funds from 31 internet service providers (ISPs) that submitted approved proposals for service expansion, that includes 57 of the 77 counties in Oklahoma. Access to high-speed internet builds connections not only in business and education, but also families. With new digital technologies, families can stay in touch while grandparents visit with grandchildren via face time technologies. Connectivity is how we make a better tomorrow! Enjoy the podcast and check out the Oklahoma Broadband website

Think like a River… Apr 15, 2024

…to leave a legacy of beauty and life for future generations. It is a tree of life to those who grasp her, whoever holds onto her is happy! In today’s episode of The Watonga City Manager Minute Podcast, Karrie Beth Little reminds us that in recognition of Earth Day, the City of Watonga is doing their part to help keep our community green! Roll offs are set up and being manned at Main and Forrest 9a-5p Monday thru Friday 15th-19th. Being Mindful of our Words and our Earth Footprint brings quality of life and immeasurable joy! We also highlight this weeks and next week’s upcoming events and full weekends! Between Community Coffee; Bikes and BBQ; the Roman Nose weekend Trail Ride and a Community Farmers Market, there’s something for everyone to check out! Listen to find out details! Every clever person acts knowledgeably, but the foolish exposes their ignorance. Let us do our part to build a better future and tomorrow for future generations! We are #bettertogetherWatonga

You Just Can’t Eclipse these Positive Vibes Apr 08, 2024

Don’t Look Straight at the Sun! Just one of the positive tips Karrie Beth Little shares with the listening audience today in the Watonga City Manager Minute Monday Podcast series. She also points out that community members can head down to the Watonga library today at 1:30p to watch the Solar Eclipse safely. They have approved glasses they will be handing out! This is a big event nationwide and you can watch safely at the Watonga Public Library! And did you know next week April 14th is Earth Day? All week long April 15-19th from 8a-5p Watonga will have roll offs set up at Main and Forrest along with staff members to help you discard your bulk trash. It’s time to clean up and improve your dwelling and community. Karrie Beth wanted to speak about our very own Carl King and the legacy he’s brought to our community! To thank him and honor him, the City of Watonga have announced “April 6th” as Carl King Day! Join me in thanking Carl for his efforts in raising community members to become the leaders of tomorrow. You are a treasured gift Mr. King and Watonga is honored to have you as a shining member! Remember to recycle and do your part! #BetterTogetherWatonga

Turn down the Watts…What? Apr 01, 2024

Watonga City Manager, Karrie Beth Little updates the community on today’s possibility of extreme weather conditions, preparations to make in the event of an emergency, and where to get weather alerts! She also highlights Ordinance 688; regarding utility rates. She and the staff can assist community members on calculating utility rates, help you find OMPA rebates and provide you other resources for assistance. Great information on today’s podcast! #bettertogetherWatonga #rebates #emergencyprepared #alert

They won’t give you a Seat at the Table; Bring a Folding Chair Mar 25, 2024

Today, your podcast host Watonga City Manager Karrie Beth Little, supports Women’s History Month by celebrating a few female guests that are making history here in Watonga. Kenya Smith, first “hired” Watonga City Treasure, Tina Willis, Watonga Council-Woman and Debra McGee, hired Watonga City Clerk. Listen to each of their words of encouragement and shouldered support for women to recognize their influence upon each other and to their community. Each lady brings a great perspective on women’s gifts and influence. Karrie Beth shares eye opening facts about women’s role in history and where we sit today and the history women are making here in Watonga. Don’t miss this impactful sharing of women’s voice’s advocating for a better tomorrow. #BetterTogetherWatonga #Women’sHistoryMonth #BringAFoldingChair

Vision Quest: Pursuing Your Purpose and How to Discover it Mar 18, 2024

In today’s episode of the Watonga City Manager Minute Monday Podcast, your host Karrie Beth Little, shares her vision for the City of Watonga and goals for our citizens for 2024. We talk about what continued community care looks like and the leap forward for our community members. Have you heard of Chazone (chazown)? We each have one and can discover it. Listen and find out how you can plug in and share in your vision for the future of Watonga. #bettertogetherwatonga #leapmorein24 #continuingourcommunitycares #defineyourvision #gogiver #chazown #visionquest

These Fires won’t burn our Bridges Mar 11, 2024

In today’s Watonga City Manager Minute Monday podcast, you host City Manager Karrie Beth Little shares about the many roads that lead to the Bridges of a sustainable future for our community. The city of Watonga hosted a workplace sustainability workshop and had a back to back session with WOWDB -Western Oklahoma Workforce Development Board- on the community impact sharing resources on “Bridges out of Poverty” workshop. She also brought as her special guest Watonga Fire Chief Robert Daugherty. He speaks about control burns and the information you need to know as a citizen and best practices for our community. Join us! We are #BetterTogetherWatonga

You can Achieve Anything when Two People Come Together Mar 04, 2024

Can you still feel the Energy? It’s palpable! In today’s City Manager Minute Podcast, you host, Watonga City Manager Karrie Beth Little, WEDA coordinator, Kim Jenkins and myself, BrandLogix Mobile Marketing Teresa France, chat about March 2024 in Watonga Oklahoma and the upcoming Events planned for our city. We still feel the energy felt at the Community Dinner, “Leap More for 2024,” held at the Foley building last Thursday. If you missed it you missed an incredible evening; great food, incredible speakers, fellowship with conversation and you also missed the winning announcement of the “Watonga Lifetime Citizen Award.” Listen to the podcast and find out who was honored and all this persons contributions to the community of Watonga; and who also said “You can achieve anything when two people come together!” Listen to The Watonga City Manager Minute Podcast today! #BetterTogetherWatonga

Sweet Corn on a Small Hook? Feb 26, 2024

In the Watonga City Manager Minute Monday Podcast, Host and City Manager, Karrie Beth Little talks about this weeks Community Events, highlighting the upcoming Community Dinner and tomorrow’s cooking class partnership with OSU Extension, Watonga Public Library and Watonga High School. Karrie Beth chats with special guest Friends of Roman Nose board officer, Mary Ann Teply about the upcoming March Trout Derby hosted by FORN and Roman Nose State Park. Don’t miss all the great details to enter for a chance to win a John Deere 8000 Watt Generator. You don’t have to be an angler to enter! So much great info on today’s Watonga City Manager Minute podcast. #BetterTogetherWatonga #RomanNoseStatePark #OklahomaDayTrip #FriendsofRomanNose #WatongaOklahoma #BlaineCounty #CityManagerMinuteMondayPodcast #TroutDerby

The Best Advice This Week In Review Feb 12, 2024

In this week’s Watonga City Manager Minute podcast episode; your host Watonga city manager, Karrie Beth Little, and BrandLogix Mobile Marketing Podcast Site host Teresa France, talk about the next few upcoming weeks in Watonga Oklahoma. There are some special event dates you don’t want to miss! We take a look back at the Community Cares Event this past weekend and the wonderful resources brought to our community and a quick look ahead this week. Don’t miss our short talk about these upcoming dates! Please reach out for Watonga City Mgr Min. episode ideas to BrandLogix Mobile Marketing at 918.884.5550 We are #BetterTogetherWatonga

Reaching Resources for Recovery Feb 05, 2024

Watonga City Manager Minute podcast host Karrie Beth Little brought together special guests; Darien Chebahtah, TOR director Tribal Opioid Response Project with Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes and Kimberly Jenkins WEDA director along with me, BrandLogix Mobile Marketing podcast site host, Teresa France to discuss this weekend's upcoming Communities Care Event; Saturday Feb.10th beginning at 10a. at the Watonga Armory. The objective of the event is to bring together lifesaving resources by providing harm reduction strategies for people and families who are struggling with addiction and other crisis situations. All 44 vendors have a resource available for individuals or families in need or for a community member that may know someone who might need assistance currently or in the future. Our city, along with many others, see the problem we are facing and are reaching out to offer resources to our community. This event has something for EVERYONE...food, culture, kids events, addiction education resources, counseling, Narcan kits and a medication drug take back drop site location. It's a day of reaching resources and a collaboration with the City of Watonga and TOR Cheyenne and Arapaho tribal Opioid Response program, and so many others who want to save lives; reaching one person at a time. Side note a huge Thank you to Larry Roman Nose who asked what we could do as a community to bring more awareness to a growing problem. You’re a true leader. #BetterTogetherWatonga

The TB Ferguson Museum and Home Jan 29, 2024

In this weeks Watonga City Manager Minute Monday podcast, Karrie Beth hosts City Mayor, Bill Seitter, along with TB Ferguson, museum board president, Connie Burcham, and myself; BrandLogix podcasting site host, Teresa France to discuss the future outlook and path of the Ferguson home/museum. Discussions included: how do we move forward with revitalization of the museum, who is responsible of and to the museum, donations and membership, grant writing requirements/grant management along with support ideas and museum preservation. Questions posed by Ferguson Board President to the citizens of Watonga: 1) if you are in favor of the City of Watonga to continue with the management, at what cost will it be be to the community for other services ie: additional taxations or at what costs to other needed infrastructure services for community. 2) if you don’t agree the city should continue financial support of the museum and do not want added taxes to our community and prefer infrastructure should be the City of Watonga’s governing priority, are you willing to volunteer your time, visit the museum and write a check for support and become an “active member” at the Ferguson museum? All valid questions answered in today’s episode. We are #BetterTogetherWatonga

Watonga Parnerships Jan 22, 2024

Do you have a business or have ever wondered where to start with marketing and/or advertising your product or service? In today’s Watonga Manager Minute Podcast, we talk about a marketing 101 class that is going to be held at the city offices this Wednesday, January 24th from 9 AM to 10:30 AM. If you own a business, small business, a home based business, are a nonprofit group or a church organization; you should be signed up for this upcoming Wednesdays class. Presentations will be given by Wright Media, The Watonga Republican, Chisholm Trail digital Printing dept. and BrandLogix Mobile Marketing. Each business will give us short presentation, and specials and information re: advertising and marketing will be given to each business signed up for the event. Karrie Beth, and I also talk about the programs at the Watonga Public library each week and how those programs can be found on the City of Watonga’s website. We discussed community highlights; this past weeks community coffee, hosted at Watonga high school FCCLA room and the great turn out and also discussed was the upcoming Community Cares Resource Partnership that will be held February 10th from 10 AM to 3 PM at the Watonga armory. This is a free event to the public with amazing vendors who have partnered with WEDA, the City of Watonga and Cheyenne and Arapaho tribes to bring this educational resource event. Join us today and share this partnership information. We are #BetterTogetherWatonga

Watonga City Council Series Jan 15, 2024

In today’s episode, Watonga City Manager, Karrie Beth Little talks with Vice Mayor and council member, Travis Bradt. Travis discusses the redistricting of our city, and the ins and outs of being part of the Watonga City Council. He talks about the pride he has for the city of Watonga and the future plans for our community. He also gives a brief overview of how the city council operated prior to having a City Manager and the benefits Karrie Beth has brought to the employees and to the financial health of our residents as our City Manager. We are #BetterTogetherWatonga

Wonder Days of Watonga Jan 08, 2024

In today’s episode of the Watonga City Manager Minute Podcast, Karrie Beth and I talk about the upcoming events and the commitment to the citizens of Watonga. Join us as we highlight the next few weeks upcoming events and civic changes. #BetterTogetherWatonga

A New Year a #BetterTogetherWatonga Jan 02, 2024

Karrie Beth and I discussed all the highlights for January 2024 upcoming month right here in Watonga Oklahoma! •brush pickup •new residential trash schedule •redistricting •upcoming events; all that make for a great start to a great New Year and a #BetterTogetherWatonga

A Country Christmas Story Dec 24, 2023

Watonga city manager, Karrie Beth Little narrates a special book authored by a local Watonga citizen. Sit back and enjoy this special Christmas Eve reading! #BetterTogetherWatonga

This is Us Watonga Dec 19, 2023

Today we Karrie Beth and I talk end of year highlights! We remind folks they can still have a chance to visit Santa at the Ferguson Home, we also share information about the 32nd Annual Community Christmas Dinner, follow up with other community events for kids while they are on Christmas break, detail the upcoming City Council agenda, and say Thank You Watonga for a great year and look forward to a wonderful 2024

What..a Pop Up Shop? Dec 11, 2023

Join us today as Karrie Beth visits with Kim, WEDA director as they discuss Saturday’s special event for Home Based Businesses Pop Up Shop last minute Christmas Shopping Event! Giving Back to our community through volunteering opportunities and tomorrow’s community coffee scheduled at Petals and Pearls! This podcast is packed with great info! Join us! BetterTogetherWatonga

Watonga Keep Oklahoma Beautiful Winner Nov 27, 2023

Did you get to see Santa and his reindeer Cupid this weekend? Today, Karrie Beth and I discuss the Golden Ticket business winners, the Watonga business sparkle spree ticket entry continues through the end of November, our scheduled community coffee, the schools upcoming Christmas band concert, the Watonga Community theatre performances and toy drive, and we also highlight the WINNING award the City of Watonga accepted at the Keep Oklahoma Beautiful program! We are #BetterTogetherWatonga Happy Holidays!

Santa’s Reindeer, Sparkle Spree and Watonga’s Mayor OH MY Nov 20, 2023

Today in our two part City of Watonga Manager Minute Podcast, WEDA director, Kim Jenkins and City Mgr. Karrie Beth Little cover Watonga’s Downtown Tree Lighting events, fun for the entire family! The City and WEDA have lots of activities planned for Saturday, November 25th. You don’t want to miss this EVENT! In part two of our episode Karrie Beth and I sit down with our city Mayor, Bill Seitter. Bill highlights the outstanding job our city has performed over the last few years with Karrie Beth at the helm and the financial uptick our city has experienced with the experience and dedication Karrie has brought to the table. We talk about the duties of the council and procedures and benefits the department heads and employees have maintained under Karrie’s management. We want to thank our city council members for the tasks they perform and the wards and community they represent. Vice Mayor and Ward 4; Travis Bradt, Ward 3; Ryan Bruner, Ward 1; Ladina Willis, and currently we have Ward 2 vacant. For more information contact the city offices regarding your ward. #BetterTogetherWatonga

Our town is “Sparkling” Holiday in Watonga Nov 13, 2023

Watonga has kicked off the Holiday Sparkle Spree and we talk about how you can register for that drawing! We also highlight Nov. 25th small business Saturday and your opportunity to win the Golden ticket worth $50, the downtown Tree Lighting event and the fun planned for that evening! We discuss several other local organizations and their upcoming holiday events! Don’t miss this episode with your host, our city Manager Karrie Beth Little. #BetterTogetherWatonga

Watonga kicks off Sparkle Spree Nov 06, 2023

Watonga City Manager, Karrie Beth Little and I highlight November 2023 calendar of events and the kick off of Sparkle Spree and your chance to win vouchers to spend locally. We also detail the new limb disposal guideline to the city pick up ordinance as well as a host of other important topics for our community through the month of November. #BetterTogetherWatonga

Trick or Treat Watonga! Oct 30, 2023

In this weeks episode, Karrie Beth, Kim and I talk about the Halloween festivities! We highlight the downtown businesses who are participating in THE CITY OF WATONGA'S BUSINESSES TricK Or TREAT! ON HALLOWEEN FROM 3:00 PM TO 5:00 PM MAIN ST. BETWEEN WEIGLE & LEACH WILL BE BLOCKED OFF FOR SAFETY! OKLAHOMA AGCREDIT BANK 7 CONTINENTAL RESOURCES STEVES PAWN MERCY HOSPITAL VIKING PIPE & SUPPLY WATONGA FAMILY CARE SUSAN WILLIAMS ATTY EWING INSURANCE RK SUPPLY TRADITIONS HEALTH OF ENID WATER RESOURCE WATONGA DENTAL HAMM & PHILLIPS ANDREA SCOVILLE DDS LOVE'S (NEW] DOLLAR GENERAL # 3300 YE OLDE LAUNDROMAT TRACTOR SUPPLY JONES CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION PIZZA HUT SPC A2Z - NAPA WATONGA REPUBLICAN RED DIRT TRUCK SERVICES STEWART REAL ESTATE OFFICE BLANKENSHIP'S GARDEN SPOT CARLA'S CUTS & CURLS TONY’S Pump & Supply EDWARD JONES JACKY'S LAWN & LUBE OKLAHOMA FARM BUREAU HOTDOG JOINT TWINKLE PAWS PET SPA THE FUNERAL HOME DR. TIM NELSON PIONEER TELEPHONE WILKINSON MORTUARY MERCY CLINIC WATONGA LUMBER & HARDWARE ABSTRACT & GUARANTY WATONGA LANES. LLC. WATONGA FLORAL E-CLIPS PETALS AND PEARLS WATONGA NUTRITION & ENERGY FIRST STATE BANK STINSON AGENCY MARY LEE JONES-STATE FARM CITY HALL WATONGA LIBRARY BE SAFE AND HAVE FUN! #BETTERTOGETHERWATONGA

Week of October 23, 2023 Watonga highlights and upcoming Festivities Oct 23, 2023

Today, Karrie Beth and I talk 46th Annual Cheese Festival wrap up and highlights, the successful networking event hosted at the city of Watonga last Thurs. and the information shared at the coffee social, movie night for grades 6th & up at the Watonga Public library, Watonga Theatre auditions for “Elfira goes to Vegas” at 6p Oct. 24th, the upcoming Bike Night and block party Saturday Oct. 28th 5-9pm, the fun activities scheduled at Roman Nose State park Oct. 27th-28th, and the plans Roy Espy has been working on for the Ferguson Museum. Whew….we have a jam packed week here in Watonga Oklahoma. We are #BetterTogetherWatonga

Mid October 2023 highlights & upcoming Events Oct 17, 2023

Karrie Beth and I chat about the upcoming coffee social this week, city council agenda, the procedures for citizens to resolve city issues, fire prevention, and the downtown City Trick or Treat event as well as other “spooky” events scheduled for our community! The season is upon us so be listening for more great upcoming WEDA sponsored holiday event announcements! #BetterTogetherWatonga

Watonga Cheese Festival promo of Event Oct 13, 2023

In today’s episode, we discuss the 46th annual Watonga Cheese Festival. Karrie Beth, Kim Jenkins and I talk about this Saturday, October 14th, event schedule; along with the 60 vendors/concessions and the cheese festival sponsors. Thank you to our sponsors. $5000 Platinum level: Lucky Star Casino and Watonga Bank 7. $2500 Gold level: Mercy Hospital and The First State Bank Watonga (FSB also donated Centennial Stage decor). $1000 Bronze level: Cimarron Electric. $500 Diamond level: Pioneer, Watonga Motel, B&W Ready Mix, Blaine Co. OK Home & Community Education, The Plant Place and Watonga Cheese Factory. Join us and we talk Cheese and the home town pride we take in the Watonga Cheese Festival. The festival couldn’t be possible without the generous business donations and the individual volunteers who have donated their time to this year’s event! Let’s Do This! #BetterTogetherWatonga

Karrie Beth talks with SWODA Oct 02, 2023

Watonga City Manager, Karrie Beth Little speaks with SWODA guests and highlights the initiatives designated for our area and SouthWestern Oklahoma. SWODA Southwestern Oklahoma Development Authority-Kendra Gift, assistant project manager for prevention; Deena Craig, coalition coordinator Southwest Oklahoma Substance abuse and prevention Services offered and discussed: - [ ] Prevention of misuse of substances. - [ ] Public education - [ ] Resources for the State of Oklahoma - [ ] Training on Narcan - [ ] How to order Narcan from the Oklahoma State Agency - [ ] Saving lives with knowledge and awareness Other training opportunities offered “too much to loose”alcohol laws, social host laws, compliance checks, etc.. Partner agencies-In Blaine county Blaine county community health action team, Sooner Success, Red Rock, Okla Dept of mental health, and individuals in Blaine county. Call or text “988” for immediate assistance for substance or mental health health crisis.

September 25th City Manager Minute Sep 25, 2023

Karrie Beth and I talk about the City of Watonga’s October events. From Cheese Festival to Red Ribbon week and Fire Prevention, we cover all the city highlights. Join us as we talk “All things Watonga Oklahoma” #BetterTogetherWatonga

Watonga Open House Zona Verde Developers speak about improving life in Rural Areas part2 Sep 19, 2023

Zona Verde partners and staff sit down and speak to me about enriching and redefining economical solutions to housing in rural America. Their idea conception came to fruition here in Watonga Oklahoma with the “First in the Nation” design concept green home. Setting Watonga as the “pilot” for this design. Listen as we discuss the options the city of Watonga will be bringing to our community and the decisions the company has made to ensure quality products with a low cost to customers in Oklahoma and Rural America. In this episode I speak with Zona Verde CEO, Randy Edgerton; Chief legal officer, Steven Talbot; CSO, John Cabral; VP of Sales, John Bunch and our very own Watonga City Manager, Karrie Beth Little. Join us to hear the vision and home solutions for Rural America.

Watonga guests respond to the Zona Verde Open House part 1 Sep 18, 2023

At 9a, on September 15, 2023 The City of Watonga hosted an open house welcoming the public; launching our “first in the nation” affordable 2 bedroom2 bathroom “green” house. The guests included many community citizens, Watonga City employees, local business interested in the development, along with State dignitaries as well as representatives of the State of Oklahoma tribal banking executives. The excitement was palpable as Watonga launches into becoming the test market for this type of housing development for the state as well as for the nation. I had the opportunity to chat with several individuals who gave us their opinions of our new build. Guests on our part 1 podcast today include: State Representative Mike Dobrinski, Ferguson Home board member and historian; Joe Bryan, realtor and Developer; Monty Stewart, Watonga City Manager; Karrie Beth Little, President, First State Bank; Loren Parham, Watonga city treasurer; Rodney Jacks, and Zona Verde, VP of sales; John Bunch. Join us as we discuss the build and opportunity being forged for the benefit to the Citizens of Watonga Oklahoma as well as for rural Oklahoma and rural America. #BetterTogetherWatonga

9.11.23 #BetterTogetherWatonga Homecoming Week & City Highlights Sep 11, 2023

Watonga City Manager, Karrie Beth Little and I discuss this weeks Eagle Homecoming festivities, this months community coffee at Red Dirt Trucking Services and the September 15th Ribbon cutting event for the 2bedroom 2bathroom Zona Verde home located at 319 N. Weigle. This home is the first to be built in the nation right here in Watonga Ok. All events and important city of Watonga information is posted on the City of Watonga’s mobile club, be sure to join this FREE service by texting: Welcome2Watonga to mobile number: 30218 #BetterTogetherWatonga

Zona Verde energy efficient housing CEO talks to Watonga Lions Club Sep 04, 2023

CEO Randy Edgerton, Zona Verde gives a lunch and learn program explaining his housing answer to the Watonga Lions Club leaders. This was a detailed presentation of the vision for Watonga Oklahoma and the affordable option for home buyers in rural Oklahoma communities not just in the state of Oklahoma, also for rural America. #BetterTogetherWatonga

Watonga City Manager with guest Kim Jenkins Cheese Festival update Aug 28, 2023

Watonga City Manager Karrie Beth Little, highlights the community City hosted events and scheduled activity dates for the Watonga Library during the month of September. She also chats with Economic Development director, Kim Jenkins about the upcoming Watonga Cheese Festival and slated activities for that day in October. Join us for the next few minutes as we talk Watonga and make our city #BetterTogetherWatonga

Zona Verde CEO Randy Edgerton, joins Watonga City Manager in today’s Podcast Aug 21, 2023

In today’s episode we introduce our community to Randy Edgerton, CEO of Zona Verde, the company building the City of Watonga’s first economical, green spec house. This 2 bedroom 2 bath house delivers low cost, high quality, environmentally efficient homes that meet the needs of rural communities, tribal lands, municipalities, real estate developers, investors and individual home builders. The home expected completion is within the next couple of weeks. This is a fantastic opportunity for Watonga to set the bar not just as the first for our State but for our Nation, with Zona Verde’s answer to sustainability and economical housing. This state of the art product and benchmark phase is launching right here in Watonga Oklahoma. A City without Vision will Die. #BetheChange #BetterTogetherWatonga

Aug. 14th Watonga City Manager Minute Monday Aug 14, 2023

In today’s podcast we step back to last week’s successful Back to School Supply Drive and read the expressions of gratitude from teachers, school administration, parents, and community members. Thank you again to Watonga Economic Development Director Kim Jenkins and Watonga City Manager Karrie Beth Little and the City of Watonga team members for executing this amazing community outreach. A special thank you to the local businesses and individuals that supported this effort for our 800 Watonga school students. #BetterTogetherWatonga Karrie Beth also spoke about driving safety now that students are back in school! Please obey all traffic rules around school zones and account for pedestrians. She outlined traffic awareness per ODOT, one-lane traffic on HWY 281 and HWY33 from west bridge all the way to Laing Street, until construction is completed, and to avoid areas of W. 3rd Street and N. Weigle Ave. during August and September due to construction. We also talk about this weeks upcoming events: Tues the 15th City Council at 6p, Thurs. 17th Community Coffee 9a hosted at Watonga Nutrition (visit City of Watonga Website for further details), this Friday 17th- Sunday 19th Blaine County fair-board is hosting The Blaine County Fair (visit Blaine County OSU Extension for more info) and this Saturday Aug. 18th Tractor Supply of Watonga is hosting a Farmers Market (visit Tractor Supply for further details.) We are #BetterTogetherWatonga

Aug 7th Watonga City Manager Minute Monday Aug 07, 2023

In today’s episode Watonga City Mgr. Kerrie Beth, myself and Special guest Watonga Economic Director, Kim Jenkins discuss the back to school “Watonga school supply drive!” The City of Watonga spearheaded, along with generous donations from local business partners and individuals to provided 800 Watonga Eagle students everything they need to kick off a successful year! Talk about investing in our community; what better way to emphasize this than through this powerful expression of service to our students, parents and school teachers. Thank you to Kim and Kerrie Beth for their countless hours of preparation towards making this happen along with the generous supply support from local community businesses, all done for our kids! #BetterTogetherWatonga #shoplocal We also share about the upcoming Watonga Cheese Festival held downtown Watonga October 14th 9a-9p the parade, rat race, the vendors and food trucks along with all the great music….and of course the cheese tasting! Join us, listen and share this podcast as we highlight all the positive impacts the City of of Watonga is doing to invest in our community! We are certainly BetterTogetherWatonga!

July 31st Watonga City Manager Minute Monday Jul 31, 2023

In today’s episode, City Manager Karrie Beth Little and I discuss the upcoming back to school bash. What parents and students can expect on Aug. 8th at meet & greet; and how individuals/businesses partnership with the City of Watonga and WEDA have invested in the tools and supplies for students to prepare them for the upcoming year. Another topic of discussion was the list of electric bill assistance programs as well as the 522 board and the Blaine County commissioner’s contributions to absorbing the $5 ambulance fee. Join us, subscribe and share this episode: We are #BetterTogetherWatonga

July 24th Watonga City Manager Minute Monday Jul 24, 2023

Watonga City Manager, Karrie Beth Little and I talk about “Change.” Changes in society, globally, personally and civically. Listen as we dive into a topic that touches each one of us. #BetterTogetherWatonga

July 17th Watonga City Manager Minute Podcast special guest Street & Alley Superintendent &operator Jul 17, 2023

Karrie Beth sits down with Watonga Street and Alley superintendant Justin Wooldridge and operator, R’Derick Hampton, two of the five man crew of the Watonga Street and Alley crew, to discuss the department official duties. February 2023, since Veterans Waste Solutions contract went into effect, Justin explains the Street and Alley responsibilities. He also gives us a quick look into the timeline for the upcoming July and August blacktop season for “asphalt” overlays on roadways. He shares the departments process of working with the Watonga Code enforcement after a lien is placed upon a property that is in a violation of City of Watonga ordinances and the multitude of work orders that they receive throughout each month. Justin shares the details during the town wide “Month long clean up” in April, and how he and his crew hauled and eliminated 354,000 lbs of limbs and junk, 50 Roll Offs of debris and property clutter/junk was removed from our community. The largest amount the state has received! Justin explains and educates on the value and need of our Street and Alley department for the maintenance and overall health of the City of Watonga and the commitment he and his department have in serving our community. Thank you for your devotion to our city Justin and to your dedicated crew. #BetterTogetherWatonga

July 10th Watonga City Manager Minute Monday Jul 10, 2023

In todays episode of City Manager Minute Monday podcast, we talk to our code enforcement officer, Mike Herdman. Mike walks us through the process of enforcing section 8-104 (Accumulation of trash or weeds unlawful) of our city ordinances. This is a must listen to podcast! Mike and Karrie Beth cover the details about these City and State regulations to unpack and learn our city and county procedures. We also revisit limb disposal and pickup through veteran’s trash service. #BetterTogetherWatonga

July 3rd, Watonga City Manager Minute Monday Jul 03, 2023

In todays podcast episode, Watonga City Manager, Karrie Beth Little, discusses July Events! She highlights the 4th of July Festivities, beginning at 5p at Huff Lorang Park! All details can be found at https://www.watongaok.gov Karrie Beth also discussed the Boots and Badges Blood drive scheduled on July 18th starting at Noon, that along with the city council meeting beginning at 6p. on the 18th. The Ferguson Museum will be hosting our community coffee the month of July on the 20th at 9a, all citizens are welcome to attend and network with other community members. We also spoke about the importance of staying hydrated during the middle of the summer to avoid heat stroke/heat exhaustion and the precautions to take for ourselves, family members and pets. #BetterTogetherWatonga

June 26th Watonga City Manager Minute Jun 26, 2023

In todays podcast we talk storm damage and limb removal process/regulations, state requirements for a declaration of disaster and the City and residents responsibilities. We highlight the upcoming 4th of July Celebration, to be held at Huff Lorang Park, the city of Watonga Library “Kindness Academy,” beginning July 10 along with the upcoming back to school bash-school supply donation and community outreach! The City of Watonga is partnering with Watonga Public School and individuals and businesses in overseeing the supply drive and she chats about the opportunity for you to get involved. #BetterTogetherWatonga

June 12th Watonga City Manager Minute Monday Jun 12, 2023

Kerrie Beth Little hosts with special guest, Watonga City Economic Coordinator, Kim Jenkins. In todays episode we talk about the past Coffee Social success hosted by CTTC CDL school. The opportunities CTTC offers to both student and adult programs; including Real Estate licensing class, infrastructure classes, Cleet training, and so much more. Karrie Beth also touched on the special council meeting held on June 13th, and the next holiday office closing for Juneteenth. For citizen clarification, Karrie Beth dives into explaining the Sales Tax percentage breakdown for the City of Watonga. Kim and Karrie Beth share about investing in our community through volunteering and the opportunity citizens can have in helping with upcoming events like the 4th of July Bash here in Watonga at Huff Lorang Park. The City will be offering FREE FOOD, fun games, bike parade contest, live music and of course a phenomenal fireworks display by the Watonga Lions Club! #BetterTogetherWatonga

June 5th, Watonga City Manager Minute Monday Jun 05, 2023

Happy National Donut Day! In this weeks episode we discuss all the summer programs the City of Watonga Library is offering to our community. Beginning today at 11:30 is Extreme Animal’s! We also share a wide array of topics including an upcoming community coffee at the new CTTC CDL training location, a Pet Adoption Event hosted at The Watonga Lumber and Hardware Store, special City Council meeting, offices closing for Juneteenth, and a huge upcoming 4th of July Celebration! Join us and get informed! #BetterTogetherWatonga

May 22nd Watonga Manager Minute Monday May 22, 2023

Watonga City Manager, Karrie Beth talks to Watonga Regional airport manager, Jena Ohman about the upcoming Watonga Regional Airport (JWG Watonga’s call letters) Fly In/breakfast May 27th. They also highlight and discuss the improvements over the last 6 years, including the AWOS Weather 3 System. This and other improvements that have been made to our Airport, and this past years appropriations made by a 2 million dollar grant to improve our new runway and the airports future plans. Also Karrie Beth updates us on the grand opening of “The Lookout!” Roman Nose State Parks new restaurant. The restaurant is set to have the Grand Opening Tuesday, May 23rd at 6pm. Saturday, there is also a Re-Opening of the Ferguson Museum #BetterTogetherWatonga

May 15th Watonga Manager Minute Monday May 15, 2023

Karrie Beth and I chat with special guest, Watonga Community Library Director, Terri Crawford. Terri talks about her 30 years of service with the library, the upcoming summer programs for our youth and the ongoing adult programs and classes offered through our local library. Join us as we walk through 30 years of positive changes Terri has seen during her service to our community. Terri will be retiring from her duties the end of July, 2023! We will miss you Terri! Thank you for all you have done for our library and community! #BetterTogetherWatonga

Karrie Beth Little, May 8th Watonga City Manager Minute May 08, 2023

Karrie Beth and I discuss the upcoming week and the future plans to improve and develop Watonga’s infrastructure and beautification. Did you know about Watonga’s trivia game? Listen to todays podcast for a little fun lighthearted conversation!

Watonga City Manager Minute Monday 5.1.23 May 01, 2023

Todays episode Karrie Beth highlights this months upcoming city events, and discuss the positive outcome from this past weekends Watonga Bike and BBQ festival along with the success of the Watonga Community Banquet last week. Our main discussion covers setting the City of Watonga’s financial Budget, how the city of Watonga is funded and how Karrie Beth disburses each department with the funds.

Watonga City Manager Minute Monday April 24, 2023 with special guest; Mike House Apr 24, 2023

In todays episode, Watonga City Manager, Karrie Beth Little chats with long time community member and former business owner, Mike House. Mike shares with us his perspective on life here in Watonga over the last 60 years and highlights his top three topics that he feels are the catalyst in building a better community. Listen as Karrie Beth and Mike dive into the discussion of infrastructure, commerce and what enhances community quality of life and what the city of Watonga have developed within our roadmap to achieve the goals in reaching and enhancing each of those key points. #BetterTogetherWatonga #WatongaOklahoma #WatongaCityManagerMinute

Watonga City Manager Minute Monday April 17, 2023 Apr 17, 2023

Watonga City Manager, Karrie Beth Little, highlights this week and this months upcoming citywide events. She also explains and educates on the changes made with our civic government, voted on back in June of 2019, from an aldermanic Government to a council- manager form of Government. Explaining that within this new form of Government, there are specific statutes in place over the execution of City of Watonga’s policies and procedures. Karrie Beth, along with detailing those statutes, also explains the city managers and city councils responsibilities and procedures. #BetterTogetherWatonga

Watonga City Manager Minute Monday April 10th Apr 10, 2023

Watonga City manager, Karrie Beth Little hosts special guest, Watonga City Clerk employee Debbie McGee. Debbie shares her perspectives on the city government and how these perspectives have changed since her role as a Watonga citizen to the newly hired city employee. We talk city government responsibilities; Debbie’s pulse on the positive changes over the last year and the overall ‘health’ of our city government. Episode you don’t want to miss. #BetterTogetherWatonga

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