County will appeal recent jail-related lawsuit

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The Choctaw County Board of County Commissioners has recently conferred with the County’s attorneys relating to a recent $9.5 million dollar judgement in federal court. Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners (Jim Bob Sullivan) spoke to the law firm representing the County concerning the previous law suit that is topic of discussion and made the following statement: “Although we are disappointed with the verdict, we are in the process of appeal.”

Public Records

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Misdemeanor 017 – Justin Kyle Lindamood: Possession of CDS methamphetamine. 018 – Brittany E.

Washington Community Center

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Wednesday, March 11 Friday, March 6 Fish French Fries Cole Slaw Hush Puppies Mandarin Oranges Teriyaki Meatballs Potato Wedges Baked Beans Rolls Applesauce.

Calendar of Events...

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Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 8! The Hugo Fire Department will begin flushing fire hydrants on Monday, March 9, 2026 and will continue until all hydrants have been checked. The GOP Governors Forum will be held 6 to 8 p.m.Tuesday, March 24 in Idabel at the Museum of the Red River..

Deadline to change party affiliation approaches

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Oklahomans who want to change their party affiliation must submit their change no later than March 31. They may change their party affiliation online using the OK Voter Portal at oklahoma.gov/ elections/ovp or by completing a new voter registration application.

Tipton announces new book release for ‘No Room in a Box’

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Born Matthew Allen Tipton in Morocco, Africa, Link Tipton grew up beneath the open skies of Hugo, Oklahoma, the son of Mike and Tollie Tipton of Sawyer. In the heart of Choctaw County, he discovered a love for creativity and adventure –– riding his bike down dusty roads, playing soccer at Glad Tidings Baptist Church off Hgw.
Tipton announces new book release for ‘No Room in a Box’
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