Calvin Self, a cherished father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend, left us on July 22, 2025, at the age of 98. Born on Sept. 25, 1926 in Boswell, Okla., Calvin’s life was one characterized by hard work, devotion to family, and a deep-seated generosity that touched the hearts of all who knew him. Growing up in a bustling household amid the fields and farm life in Oklahoma, Calvin learned the value of diligence and family solidarity. He often reminisced about his humble beginnings where some simple hickory nuts and a hammer sufficed for a school lunch. His resilient spirit was forged during these early years, and it remained with him throughout his life.

Funeral services for Ilona Jean (Griggs) Daniels, of Hugo, Okla., were held July 26, 2025 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Hugo. Ilona Jean (Griggs) Daniels entered into eternal life in the presence of the Lord on July 20, 2025 at the age of 60.

Samson and Delilah 1 One day Samson went to Gaza, where he saw a prostitute. He went in to spend the night with her. 2 The people of Gaza were told, “Samson is here!” So they surrounded the place and lay in wait for him all night at the city gate. They made no move during the night, saying, “At dawn we’ll kill him.”

Joshua 24 The Covenant Renewed at Shechem 1 Then Joshua assembled all the tribes of Israel at Shechem. He summoned the elders, leaders, judges and officials of Israel, and they presented themselves before God.

Teen motocross racer Jace Williams, 17, of Chandler, Okla., has officially qualified for the Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn’s Ranch in Waverly, Tenn., the most prestigious amateur motocross event in the United States. The race runs July 28 to Aug. 2, 2025, and features only 42 riders per class, selected from thousands of hopefuls across the country.

LITTLE ROCK, ARK. — Jordan Holman of Hugo, Okla., has been listed among the spring graduates from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock during the Spring 2025 semester.

PUBLIC CHECK IN The Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Commission adopted new rules in 2025 that require anyone accessing certain Oklahoma public hunting and fishing areas to check in and out of the statemanaged area. By checking in and out of these areas, hunters, anglers, birdwatchers, hikers and any other users can help the Wildlife Department better understand how the area is being used.

• Boswell: Aug. 11.

HUGO –– Local law enforcement responded to a residence at 801 N. 16th St.

Ribbon cutting ceremony...