Dante Arthur Belvin
Funeral services for Dante Arthur Belvin, of Boswell, Okla., will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, May 2, 2025 at Good Spring Presbyterian Church in Boswell. Dante passed away April 25, 2025, at the age of 82.
Jimmy “Jim” Wayne Nesbit
Funeral services for Jimmy “Jim” Wayne Nesbit, of Hugo, Okla., will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 4th and Jackson Church of Christ in Hugo. Jimmy passed away April 27, 2025, at the age of 71.
Buffaloes ready for Districts...
SHULL-BYWATERS PARK — The Hugo Buffaloes put six pitchers on the mound Monday against the DeQueen Leopards, giving up a modest five hits through five innings of play.
Soper’s Red Bears dominant in two wins
Contributing Writer SOPER — Soper’s softball team went to the State playoffs during the fall fast pitch season. As the District playoffs began, Soper sent a clear message that they expect to go back to State.
Local man arraigned on firearm complaints
On April 9, 2025 a sealed indictment and warrant for arrest were filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Oklahoma commanding the arrest of John Thomas Worthy.
Bunn, Ridenour appointed Hugo Mayor, Vice-Mayor
HUGO –– A special meeting of the Hugo city council was held on April 15 after the swearing-in of the new council members on April 7. A vote of the council, with the absence of former mayor Ernest McCarty, resulted in the appointment of Tina Bunn as mayor and Robbie Ridenour as vice-mayor.
Chamber to host legislative session
The Hugo Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a legislative update with Senator David Bullard (top left) and State Representative Justin Humphrey (bottom left), at 9 a.m. Friday, April 25 at Hugo KTC.
Brewer resigns from Hugo School Board
Hugo Board of Education president Susan Brewer has tendered her resignation from the board. The remaining members of the board will make recommendations and vote for a replacement during the next meeting..
Economic development event brings Lt. Governor to Hugo
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell is hosting the 37th Annual Lt. Governor’s Turkey Hunt this week. This event showcases Oklahoma communities to prospective out-of-state companies and site selection representatives.
Fishing, hunting and camping
Hugo Lake offers excellent hunting opportunities with more than 25,000 acres of land available to the hunter. Bow hunting is permitted in and around most of the park areas. Kiamichi Park contains an archery practice range and is now a 3,000-acre Quality Deer Management Area.
