Five-star defensive end Jake Kreul has committed to OU over the University of Texas and the University of Mississippi. Kreul, a 6-foot-3, 235 edge out of Bradenton, Fla., ranks as the No.

Hugo Buffalo Head Coach Scott Schier is getting the team ready for their first season Scrimmage this Friday, Aug. 22 against Madill here in Hugo. For admission, instead of soap and towels they’d like people to donate Pedialyte, Gatorade, protein bars, laundry soap and dryer sheets. Come support the Buffs!

HUGO — After 25 years of service to the City of Hugo, longtime employee Alan Reynolds is stepping into a new role as interim city manager. Reynolds began his career with the city as a mechanic before moving into the position of utilities director.

Last Saturday, Aug. 9, the Raymond Gary Lake Association of Fort Towson (RGLA) hosted a fantastic Back to School Bash on the historic Wilson House lawn in Fort Towson — and what a day it was! Sponsored by the Morynne Motley Estate continued on page 4A and the ReCreate Fort Towson Foundation, the event brought joy, laughter, and plenty of summer fun to the community! RGLA President Janice Medlock shared her excitement, saying, “Our hearts were full seeing all the smiling faces and the fun the kiddos had!” From cooling off on a giant waterslide to cheering at the ever-popular dunking booth, the day was packed with excitement.

HUGO — Less than six months into a new slate of city councilors taking up the management responsibilities for the City of Hugo, Councilor Dr. Chuck Elswick has decided to step away from city governance.

Congressman Josh Brecheen announced town hall meetings for the month of August. On Thursday, Aug.

Ribbon cutting welcomes Clean Play to Hugo’s business community

Teachers Paint their minds and guide their thoughts Share their achievements and advise their faults Inspire a Love of knowledge and truth As you light the path Which leads our youth For our future brightens with each lesson you teach Each smile you lengthen Each goal you help reach For the dawn of each poet each philosopher and king Begins with a Teacher And the wisdom they bring