Request for Prayer 1 As for other matters, brothers and sisters, pray for us that the message of the Lord may spread rapidly and be honored, just as it was with you. 2 And pray that we may be delivered from wicked and evil people, for not everyone has faith.

OKLAHOMA CITY –– Beginning Nov. 1, Oklahoma drivers will be prohibited from using handheld cell phones and other electronic communication devices in active school and work zones under House Bill 2263, authored by Rep. Nicole Miller, R-Edmond. The law strengthens Oklahoma’s existing distracted driving rules by limiting handheld phone usage in areas where extra attention behind the wheel is critical. Drivers may still use handsfree features to stay connected safely.

• State legislators visit Daisy Ranch to explore how drones can save lives Oklahoma state leaders visited the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma (CNO) to learn about the Tribe’s growing aviation technology program. CNO hosted a legislative interim study focused on how drones can help reduce fatal accidents on rural roads.

Felony 100 – John Curtis Teafatiller: Domestic assault with a dangerous weapon. 101 – Jeremy Wayne Shirley: Possession of firearm after former felony conviction.

Paris Regional Health announces the launch of its Mental Health Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), providing structured, evidenced-based therapy for adults (18+) facing mental health challenges. The IOP is designed for individuals experiencing mild to moderate psychiatric distress, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), social withdrawal, dual diagnostic substance use disorder and other mental health concerns.

Lindy Loftin, of Hugo, was this week’s winner of the Hugo News Football Contest after choosing 14 out of 18 games correctly. He guessed closest (351) to the OU Sooners’ total yardage (359) to edge out April Johnson. Loftin (right) is pictured with Emilye Covington of Buffalo Grill, where he obtained his winning entry blank. Sponsoring this year’s Hugo News Football Contest are: Dr. Wade Rowland DDS, First United Bank, Jiffy Lube, TWFG Insurance, Buffalo Grill, Sonic, Hugo Lake Marina & Cabins-LIFT, Homestead of Hugo, Security First National Bank, First Bank, Pruett’s Food, Red River Co-op, Shelter Insurance-Julia King, Ed Wallace Ford, Hugo Express Pharmacy, R.E. McGuire Insurance-Ernie Taylor, Jay Hodge, Diamond D @ Linda’s Place. Game selections can be found in each Wednesday edition of the Hugo News.

HUGO –– A resolution was passed last week by the Hugo city council to call for a special election to fill the unoccupied council position. The filing period for those interested in running for city council at-large will be Monday, Dec.

CHOCTAW COUNTY –– A Soper man has lost his life after a vehicle wreck Monday afternoon, at approximately 3:11. According to reports from Oklahoma Highway Patrol Trooper Seth Leyba, Jimmy F.

marching band led the procession of Buffaloes during the annual Hugo Homecoming parade last week..

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