Choctaw Nation hosted free public screening

DURANT –– The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma recently hosted a special screening of “Stickball: The Little Brother of War,” a documentary short exploring the history, culture and modern-day significance of Native stickball, one of the oldest Indigenous games in North America.

Juneteenth celebration planned

A community-wide Juneteenth celebration is planned for Saturday, featuring a parade, live entertainment, family activities, and fireworks at sundown. Residents are invited to decorate floats, gather their crews, and show community pride as part of the celebration festivities.

New Hugo city manager is now on the job

HUGO –– Following several months of searching for a new city manager, members of Hugo’s governing body voted 5-0 Monday night to hire Justin Suddeth to head Hugo’s city management team.
Hugo’s new city manager, Justin Suddeth was sworn in Monday during the city council’s special meeting. Administering the Oath of Office was city clerk Debra Searcy. Also present were Rylie Suddeth and council members Ernest McCarty, Josh Armes, Leah Thomas, Robbie Ridenour and Tina Bunn. Hugo News / Stan Stamper

Youth Power Energy Camp 2026

• YouthPower Energy Camp is designed to help develop leadership skills, have summertime fun, and at the same time learn about one of rural America’s most important industries –– rural electrification.
Youth Power Energy Camp 2026

Foot rot in cattle

OSU Extension Beef Cattle Breeding Specialist Recent moisture and wet ground has led to some producer questions about the cause, prevention and treatment of foot rot.