Blackwell Journal-Tribune

10/11/2025

Diane Keaton has died at the age of 79. A family spokesperson confirmed the news to ‘People.’ The legendary actress rose to fame in the 1970s after starring in ‘The Godfather’ films and collaborating with director Woody Allen, most notably on the Oscar-winning film ‘Annie Hall.’ Her long career also included movies like ’The First Wives Club,’ and collaborations with director Nancy Meyers.

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10/10/2025

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🔴PUBLIC POWER DAY: Today October 8 at the Event Center
🔴HOCO PHOTOS: Pics of the parade and coverage of the game
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10/09/2025

We can't wait to see you all at Trunk or Treat October 31st 6-7pm

10/08/2025

Blackwell Public Power Electric Department’s Customer Appreciation Day is being held today, Wednesday October 8, from 4 - 6 p.m. in the Blackwell Event Center at the Fairgrounds.

The annual event, hosted by the Blackwell Electric Department and the City of Blackwell, is a way for the organization to give back and say “thank you” to their customers.

Free hotdogs, chips, cookies, and drinks will be served and free goodies will be handed out including lightbulbs, drink sleeves, and more.

10/03/2025

Blackwell High School Names 2025 Maroon Spirit and Miss BHS
Blackwell High School has announced its Maroon Spirit, Miss BHS, and the 2025 courts.
This year’s Maroon Spirit is Grant Rowe, with Reese Lambert selected as Miss BHS.
Serving as Maroon Spirit runners-up are Carson Whitsitt and Cody Lafferty, while Lainey Leatherman and Amelia Leatherman were named Miss BHS runners-up.

Blackwell High School Names 2025 Maroon Spirit and Miss BHSBlackwell High School has announced its Maroon Spirit, Miss BHS, and the 2025...

10/03/2025

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🔴Library Homecoming Display
🔴Owens Retires
🔴Downtown Cleanup this week
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10/03/2025

HOMECOMING 2025 SCHEDULE:

Blackwell Prepares to Celebrate Homecoming 2025

Homecoming week is here in Blackwell, and excitement is building as the community prepares to come together in celebration of school pride, tradition, and unity. From the crowning of Miss BHS and the Maroon Spirit honoree, to the much-anticipated parade and football game, this year’s festivities promise to be a memorable occasion for all.

Blackwell High School has officially announced its 2025 Miss BHS and Maroon Spirit recipients. The title of Miss BHS has been awarded to Reese Lambert, with Amelia Leatherman and Lainey Leatherman named as runners-up. Representing school pride and leadership, the Maroon Spirit award was presented to Grant Rowe, with Cody Lafferty and Carson Whitsitt as runners-up.

Homecoming Day Schedule — Friday, October 3rd

The celebration officially kicks off on Homecoming Day with a full slate of events for students, alumni, and the entire community:

10:00 AM – Coffee at BHS

11:00 AM – Foundation Lunch at the Kay Room

1:30 PM – Alumni Assembly at the BHS Auditorium

4:00 PM – Homecoming Parade

6:30 PM – Coronation of Football Royalty King and Queen

7:00 PM – Football kickoff: Blackwell Maroons vs. Perry

The highlight of the day, the parade, will march through downtown at 4 p.m., showcasing floats, school groups, and community pride, followed by the traditional coronation and football game under the Friday night lights.

10/02/2025

10/02/2025

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10/01/2025

HOMECOMING ISSUE is on sale today wherever papers are sold! Or you can read it online!