was presented a certificate last week from Oklahoma State USDA Director Kenneth Corn, regarding a grant Dr. Randy Springfield wrote for the Ambulance Authority for the purchase of a new ambulance, two new ventilators, and lift assist equipment. Appointed by President Biden, Director Corn wanted to personally present the grant and tour the agency and report back to the President on the impact this grant has on rural EMS. On behalf of the staff, Board of Directors, and County Commissioners, they were happy for the visit to Choctaw County. Present for the presentation (from left to right) are: Choctaw County Commissioner District 2 Darrell Kerr, Choctaw County EMS Board Chairman Rod Moyer, Choctaw County EMS Director Dr. Randy L. Springfield, Oklahoma State USDA Director Kenneth Corn, Paramedic Sarah Richmond, and Intermediate EMT Tony Weese.

Felony 083 – Paul Adam Howell: Aggravated possession of child pornography. 084 – Earnest Lattrell Hotchkins III: Falsely personate another to create liability.

WILBURTON –– The Eastern Oklahoma State College Agriculture Division is set to host the 3rd Annual Agricultural Hall of Fame Celebration Nov. 19, 2022, at 6 p.m.

OKLAHOMA CITY –– The Emergency Drought Commission met Wednesday and directed $12 million in additional funding to the existing Emergency Drought Cost-Share Program. In addition to the increase in funding, the Commission directed local conservation districts to accept applications for all approved practices.

The Iris Garden Club of Hugo met on Oct. 24 at Burnside community room.

PRAGUE — The Buffaloes’ season came to an end Friday night in Prague in the first round of the State 2A playoffs. Hugo suffered a 34-14 loss to the Red Devils to finish the season at 7-4.

Hugo’s eighth grade Buffaloes, coached by Tanner Trent, held on Monday to defeat the Durant Lions by three points (39-36) in the Antlers Tournament. The win will pit them against the Broken Bow Savages on Tuesday and a shot at the tournament finals Thursday night.

HUGO — Football coaches, players and fans know him as the “White Hat.” He’s the officiating crew chief... the person who makes the final decision when any member of his officiating team flags a penalty.

“I hate this, I don’t want to have to go through this!” Don’t blame you for feeling that.

In 2008, Roger Clements (one of the most successful power pitchers in history) was contacted by members of Congress and ordered to appear before a congressional committee on drug use in sports. Mr.