Body Larry L. Prillwitz, 81, of Lake Placid, Fla., went home to be with the Lord on Monday morning, June 23, 2025. Larry was born on May 27, 1944, to Henry and Carol Prillwitz. He was of the Baptist faith.

Body Darlene Rogers, a beloved mother, grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025, at the age of 89, in Boswell, Okla. Born on Feb. 11, 1936 in the small community of Bower, Okla., she was the daughter of Clarence Pearce and Emily Hamlin Pearce.

Body Operation Christmas Time in August has officially launched, with efforts underway to collect donations for U.S. troops currently deployed overseas. This year’s drive holds special local significance, as among those serving is Captain Greg Gardner, a native of the Texoma region.

Body Choctaw County Genealogy Society is having a start-up meeting, Monday, July 7, at 6 p.m. at the Choctaw County Library.

Body Hugo residents express growing frustration as neglected properties and trash-strewn yards remain untouched, citing a lack of visible response from code enforcement and its impact on neighborhood well-being, and raising concerns about health, safety and community pride. 

Body A federal district judge ruled recently that the State of Oklahoma has sufficiently proven there has not been any substantive change in poultry litter pollution of the Illinois River Watershed (IRW) following trial.

Body Are you a U.S. soybean grower committed to conservation? Share your sustainability story, and you could be honored with the American Soybean Association’s 2026 Conservation Legacy Award.

Body The 89th annual Boswell Homecoming was held last weekend with activities for all ages, including its rodeo Friday and Saturday nights. The rodeo featured $20,000 added money for winners, as well as Cactus saddles for the All-Around and Tres Rios buckles for event winners.

Body Nick Cody See Leadership Oklahoma announces the exceptional individuals who have been carefully selected as members of its esteemed 38th class.