Good morning, friends.

Another week has come and gone here in Woodward, and I’m reminded once again how blessed we are to live in a town where neighbors still wave, kids still play in the yard, and folks still show up for one another.

This little newsletter is our way of celebrating that spirit—sharing the stories, events, and simple joys that make Woodward more than just a place on the map. Whether it’s a local business doing something special, a neighbor lending a hand, or just a good deal on Facebook Marketplace, it all adds up to the same thing: community.

So pour yourself a cup of coffee, settle in, and let’s catch up on what’s happening right here at home.

🐾 Meet Milkdud: Woodward’s Next Neighborhood Heartthrob

Meet Milkdud—the sweet, spotted pup who’s stealing hearts all over town. With his playful tilt of the head and those soulful brown eyes, it’s no wonder he’s already the neighborhood favorite.

Milkdud is a young, happy-go-lucky boy who’s great with kids, good with other dogs, and even gets along with cats. He’s up to date on vaccines and ready for a forever home where he can run, play, and soak up all the love you’ve got to give.

If you’ve been thinking about adding a four-legged friend to your family, Milkdud might just be the perfect match.

📍 Available for adoption through Luvin Pawz Rescue, Inc. in Goltry, OK
📞 Contact: (580) 548-3131
✉️ Email: lovingpawstransport@gmail.com

Because every tail deserves a happy ending. 🐶❤️

“Every dog deserves love, safety, and a home. No dog should be forgotten, abandoned, or put to sleep simply because no one claimed them. Dogs give us unconditional love  it’s time we give it back.” SaveFido.com

For more than five decades, Modern Appliance & TV has been serving the Woodward community with a simple promise: quality products, fair prices, and service you can count on.

From refrigerators and dishwashers to laundry sets and TVs, they’ve built a reputation for helping families find exactly what they need—and then standing behind it with installation, repair, and hometown care. Customers call them “super friendly,” “knowledgeable,” and “the place that goes above and beyond.” 

That’s the kind of trust you can’t buy—it’s earned, one family at a time.

Their huge Woodward warehouse means fast delivery, and their financing options make upgrading your home easier than ever. 

Whether you’re remodeling a kitchen, replacing an old washer, or just wanting to shop local instead of driving out of town, Modern Appliance has you covered.

📍 Location: 2202 Main St, Woodward, OK 73801
📞 Phone: (580) 256-3280
🕒 Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM | Sat 9 AM–4 PM | Closed Sundays

Modern Appliance & TV—where hometown service meets modern living.

📅 Upcoming Events in Woodward & Beyond

Here’s what’s happening around town this week:

• Wed, Oct 1 – 6:00 PM
  Richmond Church Women’s Group Bible Study
  📍 26771 S. County Rd. 2225, Mutual, OK
  
  

• Thu, Oct 2 – 8:30 AM
  Coffee Connect with Woodward Tourism
  📍 1009 9th Street, Woodward, OK
  
  

• Thu, Oct 2 – Sun, Oct 5
  Clash of the Coasts: East vs West Showdown
  📍 America’s Oasis
  
  

• Thu, Oct 2 – 8:00 PM
  UTV Invasion Waynoka
  📍 America’s Oasis
  
  

• Fri, Oct 3 – Sat, Oct 4
  Oklahoma Dune & Dirt Wars
  📍 Little Sahara, Waynoka, OK
  
  

• Fri, Oct 3 – Sat, Oct 4
  Comedy Tour (Starring Steve Sabo)
  📍 Longshots Bar & Grill, Woodward, OK
  
  

• Sat, Oct 4 – 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
  Woodward Flea Market
  📍 Woodward County Event Center & Fairgrounds
  
  

• Sun, Oct 5 – 1:00 PM
  6th Annual Bridal & Party Expo
  📍 3401 Centennial Lane, Woodward, OK
  
  

• Sun, Oct 5 – 5:30 PM
  Women’s Conference: Meal, Worship, Message, Fellowship
  📍 306 N Walnut St, Seiling, OK
  
  

• All Week
  Friends and Family Weekend
  📍 2809 8th Street, Woodward, OK
  
  

Plenty to do, whether you’re looking for fellowship, family fun, or high-octane action.

🌤️ This Week’s Weather Snapshot

Looks like Woodward is in for a warm and mostly sunny week ahead. Highs will hover in the upper 80s with mild nights in the 60s. A few clouds may roll through midweek, but no real rain in sight.

Here’s the daily outlook:

• Sun, Sept 28: 89° / 59° – Mostly Sunny, light south wind
  
  

• Mon, Sept 29: 83° / 60° – Mostly Cloudy, calm day
  
  

• Tue, Sept 30: 86° / 60° – Partly Cloudy, breezy south wind
  
  

• Wed, Oct 1: 88° / 62° – Partly Cloudy, SSE breeze
  
  

• Thu, Oct 2: 89° / 63° – Sunny, light wind
  
  

• Fri, Oct 3: 89° / 64° – Sunny, gusty south wind
  
  

• Sat, Oct 4: 87° / 63° – Mostly Sunny, stronger winds

Good news for outdoor plans—plenty of sunshine and no umbrellas needed this week.

They handed me the badge on a scorching Wednesday in Woodward, where the air crackled with heat and tension.

The frontier isn’t just a place — it’s a test of spirit, memory, and grit.

Once the six-point star was pinned to my chest, everything changed.

I became the shield between chaos and the lives built on this Oklahoma dust.

Two nights in, trouble struck when a furious ranch hand, Cooper, stormed the dry goods store, gun in hand and pride in his eyes.

Hold-your-breath moments followed — townsfolk hid, and fate left me alone to face him.

In a tense heartbeat, shots rang out; I left blood on my sleeve and Cooper on the floor, but I became something more than a sheriff that day: Lawman of the Plains.

In the end, frontier justice isn’t written — it’s lived and bled for.

🛠️ Facebook Marketplace Find of the Week

Here’s a piece of American history parked right here in Woodward—a 1929 Ford Model A Roadster.

• 🚗 Driven: 33,000 miles

• ⚙️ Manual transmission

• 🎨 Classic green exterior

• 📜 Clean title, original 3-owner car

• 💵 Asking Price: $18,000
  
  

The seller says it’s running and driving, with current tags and clear title. Not many of these classics roll around town anymore, and this one is the kind of car that turns heads at parades, Sunday drives, or just sitting pretty in the garage.

📍 Located in Woodward, OK
👤 Seller: Waynona Covalt

A rare find for anyone who loves old iron and American craftsmanship.

👉 See the listing on Facebook Marketplace

Local finds like this don’t last long, so if it’s calling your name, grab it before someone else does!

🏡 Local Real Estate Spotlight

For those house-hunting in Woodward, here’s a charming new listing that just hit the market:

📍 1635 Hillcrest Dr, Woodward, OK 73801
💲 $255,000

🛏 4 Bedrooms | 🛁 2 Baths | 📐 2,338 sq ft | 🌳 0.44 acre lot

Built in 1934, this single-family home blends classic character with plenty of living space. The property features spacious rooms, a cozy brick fireplace, and a large yard with mature trees—perfect for family gatherings or quiet evenings at home.

Listed by Brian Cook, Broker/Owner with Advanced Real Estate Advisors.

👉 See full listing and photos here: View the home on Realtor.com

📜 Local History: Woodward, 100 Years Ago

On September 28, 1925, the Woodward Daily Press carried stories that give us a window into life here a century ago. One gem stood out:

A headline read “Johnnie Biggers Pitches Great Game.” Biggers, a local pitcher, led the Woodward team to a thrilling win against Mutual, striking out 15 batters. The paper praised his skill and control, saying his curveball kept the Mutual boys guessing all afternoon. Baseball wasn’t just a pastime—it was the pride of the town, drawing neighbors together on the diamond.

On that same day, the paper carried ads boasting that you could buy a brand-new Ford Runabout for $260. The ad promised “good looks as well as good service” and proudly declared “no increase in prices.” Imagine driving a shiny new car off the lot for less than today’s monthly payment.

Life was simpler, but the heartbeat of Woodward—hard work, hometown pride, and neighbors gathering to cheer each other on—was the same.

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Call today and give your body the reset it’s been asking for.

🥧 Her Interest: The Joy of Baking

There’s something timeless about pulling a warm pie or loaf of bread out of the oven. The smell fills the house. Kids wander in from the yard, husbands peek into the kitchen, and before long, everyone’s gathered around the table—waiting for that first slice.

Baking isn’t just about recipes. It’s about tradition. It’s about slowing down, sharing love, and creating memories that last long after the last bite is gone.

This week, we found a resource that’s full of baking secrets—like how to make perfect homemade cinnamon rolls so soft and sweet they’ll disappear before the pan cools. From breads and pies to holiday treats, it’s packed with recipes that bring comfort (and compliments) to your kitchen.

👉 Click here to explore the secrets of stress-free, delicious baking.

Because sometimes, the sweetest moments in life come right out of the oven.

P.S. This guide also makes a thoughtful gift for the baker in your life—share the joy!

"The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today." -Franklin D. Roosevelt

When Carl “Silent” Harris returned to Woodward after World War II, there were no parades or fanfare — just a man quietly stepping back onto the streets he left behind.

A native of the area, Carl was known for his humble service both overseas and at home.

He earned a Bronze Star and Purple Heart during the Battle of the Bulge, yet kept those medals tucked away beneath his bed, never boasting.

After the war, Carl fixed fences, mowed churchyards, and checked in on neighbors like Miss Eloise — quietly embodying heroism.

You’d catch him tracing friends’ names on the WWII plaque near the Plains Indians and Pioneers Museum, remembering those who never made it back.

When he passed in 1993, the community recognized him not with celebration, but with quiet gratitude — honoring a life that teaches true heroism whispers beside us every day.

🔥 His Interest: The Art of Grilling

There’s just something about cooking over an open flame. The sizzle of a steak hitting the grill, the smell of hickory smoke drifting through the backyard, and the sound of laughter as family and friends gather around—that’s the good life.

Grilling isn’t just about food. It’s about fellowship. It’s about dads teaching sons how to handle tongs, uncles swapping rib rub recipes, and neighbors leaning over the fence to ask, “What’s cooking?”

This week’s find is perfect for every backyard pitmaster: a Magnetic Meat Temperature & Smoking Guide you can stick right on your grill. No more guessing if that brisket’s ready or if the steaks hit medium-rare—it’s all right in front of you.

👉 Check it out here on Amazon.

Because every man deserves the confidence to serve up food that’s as good as it smells.

P.S. This also makes a great gift for the griller in your life—Father’s Day, birthdays, or just because.

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Another week in Woodward reminds us how much good there is right here at home. From neighbors who lend a hand, to businesses that keep our town strong, to the little joys like a dog needing a home or a pie in the oven—it all adds up to a community worth celebrating.

Thank you for reading, for sharing, and for being part of this hometown story with us each week.

Big Point: The small things done with love make the biggest difference.

Proverb: “A cheerful heart is good medicine.” – Proverbs 17:22

Love,

Matt

P.S. Forward this to a friend or neighbor who’d love a little hometown news—because good stories are meant to be shared.