Genealogical society to share local history during September meeting

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Choctaw County Genealogical Society will be sharing some local history at its September meeting. Join them as Danny Groat, Hugo High School history teacher, shares the dramatic story of 1939 Choctaw County triple murder –– a case with survivors, coerced confessions and an appeal that reached the U.S. Supreme Court.

Ombudsman’s Corner: Definition of Ombudsman

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The Ombudsman Program serves residents in Oklahoma’s long-term care facilities, including nursing homes, assisted living, and similar adult care homes. An ombudsman helps improve the quality of life and the quality of care available to long-term care facility residents.

Paris Regional introduces new fluoroscopy system

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Paris Regional Health is proud to announce the addition of the cutting-edge GE P180 Fluoroscopy System to its diagnostic imaging capabilities. This advanced technology represents a significant upgrade in the hospital’s commitment to providing high-quality, precise, and efficient care for its patients.

Celebration marks 50 years for Tvshkahomma Capitol Museum

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The 50th anniversary of the Tvshkahomma Capitol Museum was celebrated at the 2025 Choctaw Labor Day Festival with traditional singing and speakers. The two-story, red-brick structure was built in 1884 and served as the Capitol Building for the tribe until Sept.
Olivia Martinez, 8-year-old third grader and her brother Benjamin Gilley, 5-year-old kindergartener at Hugo Elementary School, enjoy the Annual Choctaw Nation Festival in Tuskahoma, Okla. Photo Courtesy / Darrel James

Town Hall Talks

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U.S. Rep. Josh Brecheen (R-OK) spoke at a town hall in Hugo last Thursday as part of a series of town halls across his district, which spans much of southeast Oklahoma and part of northeast Oklahoma. Between 20 and 30 people attended the event held at the Choctaw County Library.

Town Hall Talks

Drummond secures major victory in lesser prairie chicken lawsuit

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Attorney General Gentner Drummond is celebrating a significant win for Oklahoma’s agricultural and energy sectors, as a federal court has vacated the Biden-Harris administration’s rule that listed the lesser prairie chicken as an endangered species. A U.S. District judge yesterday ruled in favor of Oklahoma, Texas and Kansas, finding that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service committed “foundational error” when it declared the bird endangered in 2022. The court’s order eliminates burdensome federal restrictions that threatened Oklahoma’s economy.
Drummond secures major victory in lesser prairie chicken lawsuit

OCA commends Drummond on beef labeling support

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The Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) appreciates Attorney General Gentner Drummond for standing with Oklahoma and American beef producers on advocating for accurate labeling practices of beef products.
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