The Texas Country Music Hall of Fame in Carthage, Texas, recently announced its top 30 finalists for the John Ritter Tribute Showcase — and two Hugo residents made the cut. Maddie Dawn Gatlin and Kristy Billy will compete for the 2025-2026 title and a $1,000 plus prize package, on Aug.

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Freedom to associate with others of one’s choosing is a basic human right. Nursing home residents retain this right when they reside in a long-term facility. A resident’s illness or changing mental ability may make visits uncomfortable or emotionally difficult for family members and friends.

The audiences who gather at the Civic Center this week for performances of “Oklahoma!” are likely there to enjoy the Lyric Theatre’s adaptation of the state’s namesake musical. When they do, they’ll also be supporting medical research.

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The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Election Board announced official results of the 2025 General and Special Election held Saturday, July 12. All election results have been duly certified by the Election Board and will be communicated to the Bureau of Indian Affairs.

Photo Courtesy / Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Choctaw Cultural Center to celebrate fourth anniversary on July 26 • Event features chocolate-making, art market DURANT –– The Choctaw Cultural Center will celebrate its 4th anniversary with a day of activities in history, art, and tradition, on...

DURANT –– The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma (CNO) received a U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) grant totaling nearly $1 million to expand educational offerings to teach the Choctaw language.

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WILBURTON –– Eastern Oklahoma State College has announced honor rolls for the spring 2025 semester. There were 132 students named to the President’s Honor Roll, which requires a 4.0 grade point average in 12 or more credit hours during the semester.