Felony 13 – Darrel Blake Shawhart: Assault and battery with a dangerous weapon. Misdemeanor 014 – Xavier Lee Bradley: Possession of CDS.

Diesel Technology Instructor Homer Chapman (pictured second from left) attended Kubota Train-the-Trainer Jan. 31 through Feb. 4. The training took place in Phoenix/Buckeye, Ariz., at the Western Maricopa Education Center. Mr. Chapman received Kubota certifications in Pre-Delivery Inspection & Delivery and Electricity & Electronics. The certifications are authorized through NC3 (National Coalition of Certification Centers).

• State Treasurer McDaniel reminds Oklahomans 2021 tax savings still available With millions of Oklahomans filing taxes in the coming weeks, State Treasurer Randy McDaniel is encouraging Oklahomans to take advantage of a state income tax deduction by contributing to the Oklahoma 529 College Savings Plan (OCSP). “As families prepare to file their taxes, it’s important to remember the many benefits of saving now for their future educational expenses,” said Treasurer McDaniel, OCSP board chair.

Carlee Jo-Ann Barcheers is the Hugo News First Baby of the Year for 2022. Carlee was born at 8:09 a.m. Jan. 22, 2022 at Durant Alliance Health to proud parents, Lyndi Lowery and Hunter Barcheers, of Boswell, Okla. Carlee weighed seven pounds, five ounces and was 20 inches long. Grandparents are Amy Lowery of Hugo, Todd Lowery of Boswell and Gracanna Barcheers and Carl Barcheers of Boswell. Greatgrandparents are Jan Green of Boswell, Max Green of Enid, Okla., and Rita Barcheers and Roy Barcheers of Boswell. Carlee received great gifts from local merchants, including: Complete Care Medical, Ed Wallace, Main Tire, Hugo Family Pharmacy, Busy Bee, Dyer Quick Lube, Ameristate Bank, Choctaw Memorial Hospital and Choctaw/Push. County Youth Services.

Scientists at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation have stumbled onto a finding that could alter future treatment options for conditions ranging from heart attacks to life-threatening infections. The discovery involves the inner workings of the omentum, a mass of tissue that connects the stomach to other abdominal organs and is critical in the body’s immune response.

• Heal your heart and quit tobacco for good with free services February is American Heart Month. Along with celebrating Valentine’s Day, the Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline encourages Oklahomans to think of their loved ones and their own heart health.

Boost your success, save money, and reduce plastic waste when starting plants from seeds this year. The options are many, so you are sure to find one that works for you.