Body “America is a Republic whose leaders are chosen in democratic elections. Those elections, in turn, must comply with the Constitution and with federal and state law.

Body OKLAHOMA CITY – Senator Nathan Dahm, R-Broken Arrow, has filed three bills aimed to restrain the power of government in its response to the Chinese Coronavirus. “It’s time we focus on the core reason for the institution of government — protecting people’s rights,” Dahm said.

Body As the year 2020 draws to a close Thursday, I suspect the best thing we might say about the year is that it’s almost over. Without question, it’s a year that goes into the history books with a big asterisk next to it in many descriptive ways.

Body The House on Monday passed legislation that would increase the amount of direct payments in the recently signed Coronavirus relief package from $600 to $2,000. The bill passed in a 275-134 vote, with support from 44 Republicans.

Body It has been quite a year for the Kiamichi River. The rainfall throughout the year allowed the river to flow freely, unstressed from drought or diversions.

Body The Raymond Gary Lake Association (RGLA) would like to express its appreciation to the many volunteers who pitched in to make this year’s Santa-in-the-Park event a great success. The program had a record number of children meeting with Santa and Mrs.

Body What a privilege it has been during the past 46-years to have had the opportunity to extend Seasons Greetings and wishes of Merry Christmas from the Stamper family and the staff here at Hugo News... to our subscribers and advertisers.

Body Grant Applications Open for Rural Communities in Choctaw County through Jan. 31 OKLAHOMA CITY —The Carolyn Watson Rural Oklahoma Community Foundation is currently accepting grant applications for projects in Choctaw County communities with a population less than 6,000.

Body Voters who didn’t like dead people voting in four northeastern states, or people voting two or more times might as well get a grip...

Body OKLAHOMA CITY – State Rep. Justin Humphrey, R-Lane, and a group of state lawmakers sent a letter to Gov.