Washington Community Center
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Friday, Feb. 20 Smothered Pork Chops Cabbage Black-Eyed Peas Corn Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies Wednesday, Feb.
Visiting family at the nursing home
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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 care facility. A resident’s illness or changing mental ability may make visits uncomfortable or emotionally difficult for family members and friends. However, regular visits from family and friends can be an important support for a resident’s emotional well-being and can help ensure that the resident receives quality care.
Council votes to make Reynolds full-time city manager
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HUGO — Following a 25-minute executive session on Feb. 3, the Hugo City Council voted 2-1 to remove the “interim” designation from Alan Reynolds’ title and appoint him as the city’s full-time city manager.
From sale to stickup: Marketplace meetups end in robberies
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A Hugo man has been arrested in connection with a pair of alleged armed robberies involving Facebook Marketplace transactions, during which two PlayStation 5 consoles and other items were reportedly stolen.
A celebration of America’s ongoing leadership
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Little River Chapter DAR As we prepare to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our country in July, the Little River Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and Fort Towson VFW and Auxiliary would like to remind you why we Americans observe President’s Day each year on the third Monday of February. It is often celebrated to honor all those who served as the nation’s presidents and, since 1879, has been the Federal Holiday honoring the founding father, George Washington, who led the Continental Army to victory in the American Revolutionary War.
Stetsynn James Franks is the Hugo News First Baby of the Year for 2026
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Stetsynn James Franks is the Hugo News First Baby of the Year for 2026! Stetsynn was born at 3:09 a.m. Jan. 16, 2026 to Jaylee Lynn Baker and Shelby James Franks at Alliance Health. He weighed six pounds, 11.7 ounces and was 19.5 inches long. Stetsynn is the brother of Westynn Franks, and the grandson of Heather and Ronald Baker and Felicia and John Franks. His great-grandparents include Louise and Gary Mueller and Vickie and Ronald Franks.
Oklahoma Farm to School program launches Farm to School Garden Crew
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The Oklahoma Farm to School program has launched a new program called the Farm to School Garden Crew for schools statewide. The program is designed to support and celebrate school gardens across Oklahoma.
Specialty crop block grants now available
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The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry is now accepting applications for the 2026 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program. The program is designed to enhance the specialty crop industry by offering competitive grant funding made possible through the USDA’s Agriculture Marketing Service.
Jack Chambless book includes Buffalo memories/teammates
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Jack Chambless book includes Buffalo memories/teammates
