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Good Sunday morning, Woodward ❤️

There’s something special about this town — the stories, the history, and the people who continue to shape it every day. In this week’s Woodward Shoutouts, we’re digging a little deeper into what makes our community so unique, from hidden local history and creative gatherings to simple comforts that make home feel like home.

Whether you’re sipping your coffee, planning your week, or just taking a quiet moment for yourself, we hope this issue brings you a little inspiration, a little curiosity, and a reminder of why Woodward will always be worth calling home.

Let’s dive in 👇

📹 Video Of The Week

🌤️ Typical Early February Weather in Woodward

Early February in Woodward is usually cold but manageable, with a mix of winter sunshine and brisk days.

• Highs: Mid to upper 40s
• Lows: Mid 20s
• Conditions: Partly cloudy to sunny, occasional cold fronts
• Precipitation: Light rain or wintry mix possible
• Wind: Often breezy, making it feel colder

🧥 Tip: Layer up and keep an eye out for changing conditions — February can surprise you!

🎨 Something Fun to Do This Week in Woodward

Heart & Happy Accidents Painting Workshop
🗓 Thursday, February 5
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Woodward Moose Lodge #4

Looking for a relaxing, creative night out? This guided painting workshop is all about letting go, having fun, and creating something beautiful — no experience needed. It’s a perfect excuse to grab a friend, unwind after a long day, and enjoy a few laughs while painting your own masterpiece.

🎨 Easy • Fun • Stress-Free
👉 Great for beginners
👉 All supplies provided

💡 Tip: These types of events often fill up fast, so don’t wait if this sounds like your kind of night.

Woodward, Oklahoma, stands apart from other small towns due to its dramatic past and unique natural wonders. The town’s history is marked by resilience, having survived one of the deadliest tornadoes in American history and weathered frontier challenges, oil booms, and disasters. Beneath its plains lies...

"The only way to achieve the impossible is to believe it is possible." - Charles Kingsleigh

In 1925, ten-year-old Earl became an unlikely local hero in Woodward County’s dairy scene.

Barefoot and brimming with attitude, Earl was sent by his father to the town’s new USDA milk testing station to see if their lone cow, Bessie, produced the county’s richest milk.

The event drew farmers eager to prove their butterfat dominance, but Earl—small but fiercely...

An Easy and Delicious Chicken Meal For Dinner! Traditional and Very Simple to Make!

Woodward, Oklahoma has long thrived as a regional center for agriculture and energy, but the city now faces a striking demographic challenge.

Over the past two decades, younger residents—especially those ages 18-34—have left at higher rates than they’re staying, leaving a visible age imbalance across the community.

This trend touches nearly every aspect of local life, from shrinking school enrollments and limited youth-focused entertainment to growing gaps in...

DIY Coffee Table with Hidden Storage Easy Step-by-Step Build!

This Week's Crossword Puzzle

Play this week's puzzle click the image below to play. Answers coming next Sunday

Thanks so much for spending part of your weekend with Woodward Shoutouts.

Our goal each week is simple — to highlight the heart of our community, share stories worth talking about, and give you something enjoyable to look forward to in your inbox. If something in today’s issue made you smile, think, or say “I didn’t know that,” then we’ve done our job.

As always, feel free to share this newsletter with a friend, a neighbor, or someone who loves Woodward just as much as you do. And if there’s a story, event, or local gem you think we should feature, we’d love to hear from you.

Have a wonderful week,
— Matt West

The Cattle King Hotel