USDA announces New World Screwworm Grand Challenge

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U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced the launch of the New World Screwworm (NWS) Grand Challenge. This funding opportunity marks a pivotal step in USDA’s comprehensive strategy to combat NWS and prevent its northward spread.

Teen struck by pickup during scooter pursuit in Hugo

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HUGO — A Hugo teenager is facing charges after allegedly driving a pickup into a driveway and striking a juvenile riding an electric scooter, leaving him with severe injuries to the pelvic region. According to official reports, Hugo Police were dispatched at approximately 8:24 p.m.
Caanan Gamblin

County officials await court notice following $9.5 million judgment

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HUGO — In the aftermath of last week’s massive $9.5 million dollar award to the family of Jennifer Crowell, who died in Durant (2020) after being incarcerated in the Choctaw County jail, county officials have advised the Hugo News that they have yet to receive any official notification by the Federal court in Muskogee, where the ruling was handed down.

Valliant drops buzzer-beater on Buffs

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VALLIANT — Friday night in Valliant the Buffaloes got their first taste of the playoffs. The stands were full, the gym was loud, and the final minutes of the game were critical.
Jamari Scroggins

Lady Buffs battle but come up short against Valliant

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VALLIANT — The Hugo Lady Buffs fell to Valliant in the District Championship, 66-63, Friday night. It was a hard loss for Hugo, who played their best game of the season against the Bulldogs, but struggled to get the victory in the final two and a half minutes as multiple key players fouled out and headed to the bench.
Lady Buffs battle but come up short against Valliant