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Deer in the headlights

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With state motorists hitting the road for fall and remote areas as a CO- VID-19 precaution, AAA is warning drivers to especially watch for deer. Deer mating season is beginning, with October, November and December the most dangerous months in Oklahoma for motor vehicle collisions with animals. A collision with a deer or other animal can put a serious dent in a vehicle, if not destroy it completely, and possibly result in serious injuries or fatalities.
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Hugo Buffaloes 2020

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THE 2020 HUGO BUFFALOES include: Landon Lemmons, Ashton Barnett, Camden Holt, Travion King, Trederriyous McDonald, Aden Parish, Keion Johnson, Hunter Sims, Like White, Lamarcus Davis, Kris Akins, Dawson Bostic, Tony Perry, T.J. Frost, Don’tez Cherry, Aaron Gilley, Zan Cook, Devionn Grant, Jace Moffitt, Dakorian Mitchell, Da’Shon Sims, Carlos King, Kimani Garrett, Pierson Evans, Amareion Maytubby, Isaiah Gilley, Jared Wallace, Caleb Joe, Kane Worthy, Noah Joe, JJ Jackson, Kameron Allred, Payton, Jones, Jon Jon Gilley, Caleb Allen, Ethan Bigfeather, Evan Tollett, Tranden Morgan, Chance Marzek, Jordan Creel, Luciano Rosales, Peyton Parra, Ethan Sparks and Jaren Trantham. The coaches include: Head coach David Barker, Krystopher Gross, Brandon Debo, Wes Bates, Cody Tramble and Brad Greer. Hugo News Photo / Bobby Hamill

Agencies release statement on lawsuit challegning state law

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A lawsuit was filed in federal court in Oklahoma challenging a state law regarding labeling alternative or fake meat products. During the 2020 Oklahoma Legislative Session, Representative Toni Hasenbeck and Senator Micheal Bergstrom authored HB 3806. This bill was a lead priority for the Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) in the 2020 Legislative Session and, working with the Oklahoma Pork Council, the bill overwhelmingly passed through the House and Senate to the Governor’s desk to become state law.
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Choctaw Nation program wins finalist for Champions of Health

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Celebrating people and organizations that are making a positive impact on Oklahoma’s health through innovative programs, Champions of Health is celebrating its 17th annual awards. As part of the awards, the Choctaw Nation’s program on Addressing Opioid Overdose Deaths (AOOD) landed as a finalist for the Community Health Champion.

OMRF discovery holds potential for reversing vision loss

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An Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation discovery could pave the way for therapies to reverse vision loss common in premature infants and adults. In a new study appearing in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, OMRF scientists have identified a compound that could give birth to therapies for a host of eye diseases that include retinopathy of prematurity and diabetic retinopathy.
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Buffs claim Black & Blue Bowl trophy in OT thriller!

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HUGO — The Hugo Buffaloes claimed their second Black and Blue Bowl trophy in as many years Friday at Gene Nesbit Stadium in one for the record books… a 35-34 OT thriller. The Antlers Bearcats lived up to their pre-game billing, bringing the top-two rushing backs in 2A-6 onto Buff Parker Field as well as three of the top-10 tacklers in the district.

State and local health departments encourage families, communities to stay safe

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• State Department of Health issues Halloween guidance, releases recommendations on safe festivities The Oklahoma State Department of Health released today its guidance for people planning for Halloween and other fall festivities this holiday season as some traditional celebrations do not allow for proper social distancing amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. “There are a multitude of ways people can safely enjoy the holiday season this year, and connect with loved ones without putting anyone in unnecessary risk,” said Dr.