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Wednesday, 25 November 2009 16:45 |
By Joanne Webster
Contributing Writer
HUGO — A diverse group of worshipers enjoyed an evening presented by the Hugo Ministerial Alliance on Tuesday.
The community Thanksgiving service was hosted this year by the First Christian Church of Hugo. The wide variety of musical performances were knit together under the direction of Kyle Commings as pastor of Oak Grove Baptist Church. Performances were given by the Christian Life Outreach group lead by Katrina Bills with members, Alexus Jackson, Alexis Bills, Shahnika Gaffney, piano by Miriam Costilow and a special selection from The Testerman Family.
Participants from the Ministerial Alliance churches in the service were, Roger Barnes of First Christian Church, Randy Schreurs of First Presbyterian Church, Keithen Brown of First Assembly of God Church, Britt Lesley of Clayton Avenue Baptist Church and Doug McClure of Hugo First Baptist Church.
A time of fellowship following the service was well attended. There were moving stories of hope that has been provided through the work of the alliance in the community. Many expressed thanks.
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Monday, 23 November 2009 20:03 |
By Joanne Webster
Contributing Writer
HUGO — Sen. Judith Eason McIntyre from District 11 spoke at the 17th Annual Washington Community Center Banquet on the theme of “motivated to meet the challenge.”
“If we don’t support our young people in navigating this complex society, as we have been supported, what will our future look like?” McIntyre said.
Guests were challenged to work to change one life at at time. Members were encouraged by the connections the community center has worked to maintain.
During the style show, participants talked about what made them grateful. Guests raised their hands in a show of support as each young person spoke. The youth were encouraged to remember the support they received as they travel onward in life.
Bright and Shining Stars were honored for their academic acheivements by alumnus Ron Jones. The 2009 Bright and Shining Stars are Carlos Henderson, Willie McAlester, Ashlyn Stafford, Kristen Holiday, D.J. Shanklin, Shanice Holman, Angelique Mosley, Raven Jeffers, Michael Daniels, Sedrick Frierson and Taquiya Wright.
Music was provided by pianist Miriam Costilow, with a moving solo of “Glory, Glory Hallelujah” by Pamela Adamson. Sen. Jerry Ellis and his wife were special guests. |
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Friday, 13 November 2009 21:27 |
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By Joanne Webster
Contributing Writer
BOSWELL — The board resolution to call for an annual school board and run-off election (if required) for the purpose of electing a member to Office No. 5 was approved during the regular meeting of the Boswell School Board at the new start time of 6 p.m. Thursday.
The sign up period will be conducted Dec. 7-9 at the Choctaw County Courthouse. The election is to be held on Feb. 9, 2010 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The run-off election, to be conducted in the event that no candidate gains more than 50% of the vote, would take place on April 6, 2010.
High School Principal, Keith Edge reported on the VFW essay contest winners from both High School and Junior High. First Place from High School was Apryl Mock. First Place from Junior High was Tanner Manous.
School-wide progress reports go out Nov. 13. Also on that day, representatives from SOSU will visit the school to counsel the senior students. The Veterans Day program speaker was Chris Ribera. Read more, subscribe to the complete online version of HDN: https://oklahoma.arcasearch.com/us/ok/?paper=hdn |
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Friday, 20 November 2009 20:46 |
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By Amber Hanneken
Staff Writer
HUGO — Guests filled every seat at Harley’s restaurant Thursday evening for the 82nd Annual Hugo Area Chamber Banquet.
City Manager David Rawls emceed the awards ceremony as Hugo and Choctaw County citizens from all walks of life enjoyed a traditional turkey dinner.
Entertainment was provided by Mike and Doris Merritt, Floyd Griffin, Bill Grant, Herman Stewart and Jeff Petillo. Prizes from local businesses were awarded by random drawing.
For a complete list of award winners with photos, see the Hugo Daily News Complete Online Edition:3 |
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Wednesday, 11 November 2009 20:33 |
By Amber Hanneken
Staff Writer
HUGO — The unofficial results of Tuesday’s special Hugo Schools election were 694 (84%) against and 133 (16%) for.
The result means properties in the Messer Community will not be de-annexed into Rattan School District.
Hugo Superintendent Tony Daugherty expressed appreciation to all who voted and supported the school during the election process.
“We hope we won’t have to have another election like this,” he said. “It is something we (as a school district) pay for. We don’t have the resources to pay for elections like this every year.”
The superintendent went on to say that he was sorry some people were upset enough with the schools to lead to this kind of election.
He said state law prohibits school districts from driving buses into other districts to pick up students. So although parents are free to transfer their children to other schools, they have to provide transportation for them.
The Choctaw County courthouse and all offices inside were closed Wednesday in observance of Veterans Day. |
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