As an east Texas pastor I have learned that everything happens for a reason. One day several weeks ago, I was running late to school, and I forgot my phone.

Pastor of Southside Baptist Church, Hugo These Daily Devotionals were posted on Bro. Edwin Findley’s Facebook page. Bro. Findley is the Pastor of Southside Baptist Church in Hugo, Okla. Bro. Findley is also a Chaplain for May’s Hospice.

Hugo News Sports IDABEL — The Lady Buffaloes’ season came to an end on Saturday afternoon in the Regional consolation championship against Silo. After losing to Silo in Districts last week, Hugo was faced with making it through Regionals without another loss if they wanted to reach their goal of making Area this year.

Hugo News Sports IDABEL — The Buffaloes are headed to Area after fighting their way through Regionals with wins over Tishomingo and Lone Grove over the weekend. Hugo came into Regionals riding high off a 68-47 win over Silo in Districts, but the Buffs were immediately met with one of this season’s top teams — Idabel.

A life lesson I learned as an east Texas pastor is that we might not be remembered, but it is important that people remember Jesus. I returned to East Texas Baptist Encampment to take pictures for the camp’s webpage, and I remember how I used to work at the camp between my high school and college summer.

DURANT –– The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma (CNO) has been recognized on Forbes List of America’s Best Large Employers for 2024. CNO is ranked at number 32 of 600 organizations, jumping 90 spots from last year’s ranking, making them the highest-ranked in three categories: Government Service industry, Oklahoma-based company, and Tribal Nation.

A new community event is coming this spring to Hugo and students from every community are invited to participate –– 2024 Buddy Ball. A one-day Buddy Ball game is set for April 20 at the Choctaw Nation Ball Fields in Hugo.

2024 Kiamichi Tech Superintendent’s Awards of Excellence! These awards recognize outstanding dedication, achievement, and leadership within the district, reflecting the exceptional talent and commitment of team members. The following individual has demonstrated remarkable skill, passion, and innovation in their roles, contributing significantly to the success of the district and ultimately, the students. Hugo’s Rebecca Ludlow, Health Careers Education Instructor, was selected as the Kiamichi Technology Center 2024 Superintendent’s Awards of Excellence Teacher of the Year.

Feb. 13 election results: Boswell Public School Proposition 1 For the Proposition 57 Against the Proposition 73 Boswell Public School Proposition 2 For the Proposition 54 Against the Proposition 75 Hugo Public School Office No.

HUGO — Residents of Southeast Oklahoma are in for a celestial treat on April 8 this year, as our part of Oklahoma, and the United States falls directly in the path of a rare mid-day total eclipse of the sun.