BOREN NAMED TO NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Dan Boren announced today that he has been named to the National Rifle Association’s Board of Directors. Boren was nominated in February, and confirmed recently by a vote of NRA members. Boren was one of 26 board members elected from 34 nominees.
“The Second Amendment is an important part of Oklahoma and this nation’s heritage, and I pledge to uphold it for all who wish to keep their families safe and for sportsmen, shooters, and hunters everywhere,” said Boren.
“I harvested my first buck at age 9, and have taken one every season since. I can still remember having to calm my buck fever that morning on my first hunt many years ago,” Boren said. “I grew up watching the NRA defend our Second Amendment rights, just like I grew up learning gun safety and marksmanship.”
“As a lifetime member of the NRA and an avid sportsman with a deep appreciation of the outdoors, I am honored to be named to the National Rifle Association Board of Directors,” Boren said. “I look forward to working closely with NRA Leadership, my fellow board members, and the millions of NRA members across the nation to promote our right to keep and bear arms.”
“I look forward to working with Congressman Boren as a member of the NRA Board of Directors. As a lifelong hunter and dedicated advocate for our Second Amendment freedom and hunting heritage, he will be a valuable addition to the NRA Board,” said Chris W. Cox, the Executive Director for the NRA Institute for Legislative Action (NRA-ILA).
Oklahoma Senate Pays Tribute to State’s Oldest Trooper In 1937 Ed Vandergriff was among the very first state troopers to serve the state when the Oklahoma Highway Patrol was first formed. At the age of 97, he is now the oldest living retired trooper in the state. On Tuesday the State Senate honored Vandergriff with the passage of Senate Concurrent Resolution 86. Sen. Jeff Rabon was principal author of SCR 86. The measure was co-authored by Rep. R.C. Pruett, Rep. Paul Roan and Rep. Glenn Bud Smithson who are all former state troopers. Rabon said Vandergriff had been a long-time family friend. “Ed was a teacher in Frogville, Oklahoma when he read a newspaper article about the legislature creating the Highway Patrol. He applied and was a member of the first state trooper class at OU in 1937,” said Rabon, D-Hugo. “He left for a few years to protect his country in World War II, but after returning home he returned to his job as a trooper. He really is a hero.” Rabon said Vandergriff had often recounted the technical challenges troopers faced in the early days. The only communication device in the 1937 Ford he drove was a giant pole wrapped in copper wire placed on the bumper. Every time Vandergriff and his partner went under an overpass, one of them would have to get out of the car to remove the pole so the vehicle could drive underneath. Vandergriff eventually retired from the Highway Patrol in 1960, later serving as sheriff of Choctaw County for two years before retiring to a farm. Vandergriff said he’d slowed down since turning 97, but was still doing “pretty good.” He also applauded the members of the Senate for their service. “You have a job to do and you’re doing it,” Vandergriff said. “We appreciate you.”
Hugo High School
Class of 1988
20 year Reunion The class of 1988 is making plans for a 20 year reunion.
At the present time, we are still looking for the following people. Dewayne Booth
Jimmy Churchwell
William Churchwell
Becky Eisenzimmer
Jim Estep
Johnia Estep
David Frazier
Stacy McCoin
Jana Milburn If you have any information regarding any of these people, please contact Stacey (Reese) Glover
580-326-4228 www.buffs88.com
Construction set to begin for new student center 
After a number of delays and almost a full year since ground was broken on the new Student Center for Eastern Oklahoma State College, construction crews arrived on the Wilburton campus Wednesday (April 30) to begin ground work for the first new building on the campus in more than 40 years.
Biding cost over-runs have delayed construction on the $7.2 million building which was originally slated for opening during the fall of 2008. Eastern President Dr. Steve Smith says completion should be in about a year. “We have had to return to the architectural drawing boards and trim some items from the building to bring it within budget,” Smith said. “The cost of steel, concrete and time delays required that we cut from the original design somewhat.
“The building went out for bid several times and not many local construction companies bid. We changed the construction schedule from the original 10 month schedule to a 12 month schedule which helped contractors,” he said.
The 31,000 square-foot facility is financed as part of the 2005 state higher education bond issue.
The two-story building will be the first building constructed on the Wilburton campus since Sullivan Hall was built in 1968 as the science building.
Eastern has constructed two buildings on the McAlester campus in the last few years but no construction other than an addition to the administration building and the clock tower has occurred on the Wilburton campus in 40 years.
The Student Life and Learning Center originally hosted a number of facilities including a cyber café, expanded book store, student lounge and cafeteria, a ballroom, class rooms and counseling center, student senate offices and meeting room and Dean of Student’s office.
Ballroom facilities were designed with a mini kitchen for servicing the area when converted into a dining room. The area will be 30 percent larger than the current facilities and can be divided into three separate areas to accommodate multiple activities.
Student Senate offices and meeting room will also be on the second floor along with other offices and counselors.
The building was originally to be located on what is now the main parking lot in the center of campus and elevated almost six feet above the current parking grade. However, according to project director Rudy O’Donley that has now been changed.
“This was one of the first things that we had to change to bring the building into budget,” O’Donley said.
“The north end of the new building will now be positioned at what is the south side of the current parking lot centered in that area and at ground level.
“An amphitheatre area and the north building entry will now actually sit on the parking lot,” he said
Legendary Oklahoma Singer Songwriter dies Bob Childers . Red Dirt Pioneer and Legend Bob Childers passed away last night. Update: According to the Oklahoma Rock News web site: Red dirt legend Bob Childers passed away Tuesday at his home, after a long battle with emphysema and lung disease. Update04-24 Bob's funeral will be at 11 a.m.
at trout funeral home
in ponca city, oklahoma
this saturday. I've also heard that there
will be a memorial jam
at the blue door okc
on sunday (from Mike McClure blog)
Shelby T tribute
FORMER REPRESENTATIVE OF OKLAHOMA HOUSE INDICTED
MUSKOGEE, OKLAHOMA - Sheldon J. Sperling, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Oklahoma, announced that RANDALL ERWIN, age 56, of Nashoba, Oklahoma, was indicted today by a federal grand jury in Muskogee. The charges include conspiracy, failure to provide honest public services as effected by mail fraud, and money laundering.
“ERWIN was an elected representative serving in the Oklahoma House of Representatives from January 1993 to January 2005,” U.S. Attorney Sperling reported.
“The charges arose from an investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Internal Revenue Service, Criminal Investigation Division,” U.S. Attorney Sperling noted. “The Indictment charges the defendant with Conspiracy to Commit Honest Services Mail Fraud, in violation of Title 18, U.S.C. Section 371; Three counts of Honest Services Mail Fraud, in violation of Title 18, U.S. C. Sections 1341, 1346 and 2; and Three counts of Engaging in Monetary Transactions in Property Derived from Specified Unlawful Activity, in violation of Title 18, U.S.C. Sections 1957 and 2,” U.S. Attorney Sperling reported.
“Count One of the Indictment alleges that ERWIN conspired with others to commit Counts Two through Seven of the Indictment – Honest Services Mail Fraud and Engaging in Monetary Transactions in Property Derived from Specified Unlawful Activity. The Honest Services Mail Fraud allegations accuse ERWIN, in his official capacity, of depriving others of the intangible right of honest services.”
“The defendant and others steered funds appropriated by the Legislature of the State of Oklahoma to an entity known as the Rural Development Foundation (RDF). RDF then provided the funds to the Indian Nation Entertainment Corporation (INE). In exchange for steering the funds and peddling influence to benefit INE, ERWIN and others were paid cash kickbacks by an Oklahoma businessman engaged in the Oklahoma gaming, manufacturing, and abstracting industries.”
“Count One is punishable by a term of imprisonment not to exceed five (5) years, and a fine of not more than $250,000.00. Counts Two through Four are each punishable by a term of imprisonment of not more than twenty (20) years, and a fine of not more than $250,000.00. Counts Five through Seven are each punishable by a term of imprisonment of not more than ten (10) years, and a fine of not more than $500,000.00.”
“Assistant United States Attorneys Gay Guthrie and Ryan Roberts represent the government in the case.”
U.S. Attorney Sperling concluded, “The named individual has been charged with a federal crime or crimes by the return of an indictment by the Grand Jury. A Grand Jury Indictment does not constitute evidence of guilt. A Grand Jury Indictment is a method of bringing formal charges against the defendant. The defendant is presumed innocent of the charges and may not be found guilty unless evidence establishes guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. Statutory maximum punishments have been included. United States Sentencing Guidelines may be considered, upon conviction, by the sentencing court. Federal prison sentences are non-parolable.”
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Below are the schedules for economic stimulus payments related to tax returns processed by April 15, 2008:
Direct Deposit Payments |
If the last two digits of your Social Security number are: |
Your economic stimulus payment deposit should be transmitted to your bank account by: |
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May 2 |
21 – 75 |
May 9 |
76 – 99 |
May 16 |
Paper Check |
If the last two digits of your Social Security number are: |
Your check should be in the mail by: |
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BOREN AND COLLEAUGES UNVEIL BIPARTISAN BILL FOR SMALL BUSINESS EXPANSION AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressmen Dan Boren, Vito Fossella (R-NY13), and Wally Herger (R-CA2) today unveiled bipartisan legislation to encourage small employers to expand and grow their operations, spur investment in local communities, and create new jobs. The legislation, the Small Business Capital Expansion and Improvement Act (H.R. 5906), would extend the deduction for new equipment purchases to include capital investment and improvements for small businesses with $5 million or less in gross tax receipts. The bill would allow small employers to take a deduction of up to $125,000 for capital investments similar to the current practice for new equipment purchases (under Section 179 of the tax code). This would provide a means to free-up resources to hire additional employees and further grow their businesses.
“I am proud to join my colleagues in the introduction of this important legislation. During this time of economic downturn, it is critical that Congress work in a bipartisan manner to create sound business policy,” said Boren. “In Oklahoma and the Second District, one the poorest in the nation, small business is an important catalyst for reviving and diversifying local, rural economies. I look forward to working with Congressman Fossella and Congressman Herger in the future on legislation that helps small business owners thrive.”
U.S. Congressman Fossella said, “Small businesses are the backbone of our local communities and critical to our economic recovery. Unfortunately, current law does not offer tax incentives for small employers to expand their businesses by making capital improvements. This bill will encourage small employers to make capital investments to grow their businesses. It will also help spur economic growth in communities across America and help our nation overcome the economic challenges we face today.” U.S. Congressman Herger said, “As a longtime small business expensing advocate, and sponsor of legislation to dramatically increase the amount employers can expense, the Fossella legislation is the logical next step in expensing. It’s critical that our nation’s small business employers have the ability to expense a broader array of capital property. By expensing more, companies will clear up valuable cash flow from physical overhead, and be able to invest more in workforce development, hire new employees, and pay more in wages. This is exactly the kind of pro-growth tax flexibility we need, especially now.” There are roughly 5.4 million small businesses in the United States with gross receipts under $5 million, according to the Small Business Administration (SBA). They employ about 35 million Americans. About 50% of all private sector employees work for a small business, and it is estimated that 60-80% of all new hires are employed by small businesses. “Small business owners, the job creators of this country, want to grow and expand their businesses and this legislation will go a long way to help many small firms do just that. Many small employers want to improve their business by upgrading or expanding their current facilities,” said Dan Danner, executive vice president of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). “Allowing small business owners to deduct such expenses immediately will encourage many small business owners to make these types of investments, promoting economic growth nationwide. If Congress wants to strengthen the economy, it makes sense to provide these types of tax incentives to small businesses so that they can upgrade their businesses and create more new jobs.”

Secretary of State Phil Wilson Encourages Texans to Vote in Upcoming Elections Local contests sole focus of May 10 elections. As early voting began statewide, Secretary of State Phil Wilson encouraged Texans to participate in their local political subdivision elections. Early voting for the May 10 elections began Monday and will continue through Tuesday, May 6, 2008. “With such a high profile presidential election under way, a great deal of attention has been placed on the importance of voting,” stated Wilson. “Next week’s local elections are very important and, in many instances, may have an even greater impact on our daily lives than presidential contests, making voter participation even more critical. I encourage all Texans to take part in the local elections taking place and have a say in their communities’ futures.” Wilson also sought to clarify what voters will see on the ballot as they head to polling locations across the state. Over the past several weeks, the Office of the Secretary of State has received a large number of questions regarding an alleged upcoming Constitutional Amendment Election to provide school tax relief to elderly or disabled taxpayers. This issue was voted on in the May 2005 Constitutional Amendment Election. “Information being circulated across the state regarding a Constitutional Amendment Election to provide school property tax relief is inaccurate.” Wilson added. “Texans are heading to the polls to cast votes for many important initiatives and races, but there will not be a state wide proposition on the ballot.”
Antlers receives two Smartboard 600s, an HP 530 laptop computer, an Acer 17” LCD Panel, memory upgrade for HP laptops, and printer cartridges. Eastern Oklahoma State College GEAR UP for a Brighter Tomorrow Project director Linda Morgan delivered approximately $5,000 of technology equipment to each of 10 partner schools recently.
“Each partner school was given a budget and could spend the budget on technology,” explained Morgan. “Eastern is partnering with these area schools to provide tutoring, professional development for teachers, summer camps for cohort students and much more.”
Eastern Oklahoma State College received a $6.7 million federal GEAR UP grant and is in its second year of implementation. Eastern has partnered with area schools to provide students with additional educational opportunities.
(PHOTO) Morgan, right, along with GEAR UP Education Coorginator LaDonna Baldwin, left, delivered the technology equipment to Antlers Middle School Principal Pam Matthews and Superintendent Mark Virden. Antlers received two Smartboard 600s, an HP 530 laptop computer, an Acer 17” LCD Panel, memory upgrade for HP laptops, and printer cartridges.
Feb 23rd Endangered Ark was open to the public The Endangered ark opened the doors to the public. This year Baby Val was the star of the star of the show. Val was born in April of 07 and will be front in center for the big day. This was Baby Val's first public performance. The Carson and Barnes circus invites every to come and enjoy the day plus raise funds to keep the foundation open. Listen to K95.5 for more details.
Southeastern president Michael D. Turner. Dr. Stacy Hendricks, and Dr. John Hendricks recently announced the establishment of the new endowed scholarship.TheDrs. John & Stacy Hendricks Endowed Scholarship has been established at Southeastern Oklahoma State University.
Dr. John Hendricks is Professor of Communication at Southeastern and serves as faculty advisor to the campus radio station. Dr. Stacy Hendricks is Secondary Curriculum Coordinator for the Denison (Texas) Independent School District
This is the first Southeastern scholarship designated for broadcasting majors. In addition, preference will be given to students who are graduates of Grayson County public high schools or who work for KSSU radio.
³As educators, Stacy and I are strong proponents of a quality education because we have both benefited from attending great universities that provided us with top-quality academic experiences,¹¹ said Dr. John Hendricks. ³This scholarship is meant to serve as a continued commitment to Southeastern Oklahoma State University and its mission of providing academic excellence.²
Dr. John Hendricks holds a Ph.D. in Communication from the University of Southern Mississippi, a master¹s in journalism from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and a bachelor¹s in mass communication from Southern Arkansas University.
He currently serves on the Sherman (Texas) Independent School District Board of Trustees.
Dr. Stacy Hendricks received her Ed.D. in Educational Administration from Texas A&M-Commerce, a master¹s in Educational Administration from Southeastern Oklahoma State University, and a bachelor¹s in Elementary Education from Southern Arkansas University.
³We hope that a student will be able to achieve his/her academic goal with the help of the scholarship money,¹¹ Stacy said.
2-5-08 results are in ELECTION COVERAGE CLICK HERE
1-15-08 Chief of the Choctaws Greg Pyle speaks to the Hugo Rotary Club. Chief Pyle spoke regarding the state of the Choctaw Nation. Pyle said that Hugo and surrounding community economic growth should outpace the rest of rural (President Will Payne, Chief Pyle, Past-President Jim Swink) Oklahoma over the next 5 years by 5% due to investments that the Choctaw Nation is making in infrastructure, health care, and a new Casino just south of Hugo in Grant.
1-15-08 OKLAHOMA QUARTER SET TO LAUNCH INTO HISTORY
Event Time Changed to 11 a.m. CT on Jan. 28 Jan. 17, 2008

Launch at History Center among First Places for Public to Get Quarters Oklahomans Also Invited to Coin Forum on Eve of Launch
The Oklahoma History Center will be the site of the Oklahoma Quarter Launch on Monday, January 28, 2008. United States Mint Acting Deputy Director Dan Shaver and Governor Brad Henry will host the festivities. The public and news media are invited to this free event.
The Oklahoma quarter goes into circulation nationwide the same day. After the ceremony, the public may exchange their bills for $10 rolls of shiny, new Oklahoma quarters at the event. Each child under 18 attending the launch will receive a free Oklahoma quarter.
The Oklahoma quarter is the 46th coin of the United States Mint's popular 50 State Quarters® Program, because Oklahoma was the 46th State to be accepted into the Union in 1907. Oklahoma celebrated its centennial in 2007.
12-10-07 Hugo School has foun d more mold at the Elementary building. Starting on Wednesday school will be moved.
Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, will be at Assembly of God of Church South of Hugo on 271
3rd grade will be at the First Baptist Church 3rd and Jackson. School times will be the same
HUGO CLASS OF 1988 we are looking for you!
Boren's Welcome New Family Member: Janna Boren
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Dan Boren and his wife, Andrea, today welcomed the arrival of their daughter Janna Lou Boren. She was born at 10:50 a.m. CST on October 9, 2007.
"Andrea and I are overjoyed by the birth of our daughter," said Boren. "We look forward to bringing her home soon ."
Janna, named for Congressman Boren's late mother and former First Lady of Oklahoma, weighed 6 lbs and 12 ounces. The new baby is the grandchild of Molly and David Boren, Ken and Cindy Heupel, and John and Lana Robbins.
Burrage Sees OHLAP as Key to Economic Development Opportunities in Oklahoma
“We should do more to make higher education a greater possibility for all Oklahoma students who want to further their education,” Senator Burrage said. “Access to a higher education should not be determined by the size of a bank account, rather it should be determined on a child’s ability and eagerness to learn.”
He explained currently through the Oklahoma Higher Learning Access Program (OHLAP), also called Oklahoma’s Promise, thousands of Oklahoma students who might not otherwise be able to afford college, are offered scholarships if they agree to make good grades on a college prep curriculum, stay out of trouble and meet certain income requirements. Burrage filed Senate Bill 530, a measure aimed at increasing the income eligibility for OHLAP from $50,000 to $75,000. The bill, if passed, would make close to 75 percent of high school students eligible for Oklahoma’s Promise. . _____ CLICK HERE FOR AUDIO
ARCHIVE: Antlers native wins the State Senate race District 2. K95.5's Will Payne had a chance to speak with him regarding the win.
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MARCONI RADIO AWARDS FINALISTS ANNOUNCED
WASHINGTON, DC – NAB announced today the finalists for the NAB Marconi Radio Awardshonoring radio stations and on-air personalities for excellence in broadcasting. The winners will be announced on September 27 at the NAB Marconi Radio Awards Dinner & Show, sponsored by HD Radio, held during The NAB Radio Show at the Charlotte Convention Center.
The nominees are for Small Market Personality of the Year Will Payne, Barry Diamond, and Van Man KITX, Hugo, OK This is the first nomination for the Van Man and the third for Will and Barry. The K95.5 Morning Circus can be heard Monday through Saturday from 6:00 am to 9:30 am on KITX-FM 95.5. K95.5 has two offices one in Paris, Texas and Hugo, Oklahoma. To contact the K95.5 Morning Circus call 580-326-2555 after 10 am or go to www.k955.com Will Payne Barry Diamond, and the Van Man.
Established in 1989 and named after inventor and Nobel Prize winner Guglielmo Marconi, the NAB Marconi Radio Awards are given to radio stations and outstanding on-air personalities to recognize excellence in radio. Winners will be announced at the NAB Marconi Radio Awards Dinner & Show at the Charlotte Convention Center.
The NAB Marconi Radio Awards Dinner & Show, sponsored by HD Radio, will be hosted by talk radio personality Glenn Beck of Premiere Radio Networks.
About The NAB Radio Show
The NAB Radio Show is the largest annual convention for radio. This year's show, Sep. 26 - 28 in Charlotte, features interactive sessions, special events and exhibits and is co-located with the R&R Convention. More information about The NAB Radio Show is available at nabradioshow.com.
About NAB
The National Association of Broadcasters is a trade association that advocates on behalf of more than 8,300 free, local radio and television stations and also broadcast networks before Congress, the Federal Communications Commission and the Courts. Information about NAB can be found at www.nab.org.
6-12-07 Election coverage 2007. To fill the vacated Choctaw County District Commissioner seat voters went to the polls and Robertson walks away the winner with 52% of the vote ELECTION COVERAGE CLICK HERE
Congressman Dan Boren slated as speaker at Choctaw veterans ceremony CLICK HERE TO LISTEN Click here for photos United States Congressman Dan Boren will be the keynote speaker at the Choctaw Nation Veterans Ceremony on November 11 th at 11:00 a.m. at Tushka Homma, the tribal capitol grounds. Tushka Homma, in Pushmataha County, showcases a huge memorial at the front gate that bears the names of Choctaw veterans who were killed in action.
The re d, black and gray granite monument bears the engraved names of soldiers from WWI, WWII, Vietnam and Korea. Beside it, a memorial pays honor to lives lost in the War Against Terrorism. There is also a large granite stone with the names of the original Code Talkers of WWI, all of whom were Choctaw.
Congressman Boren was joined by Chief Gregory E. Pyle, CLICK HERE TO LISTEN Click here for photos
BOREN'S $31 MILLION FOR WEBBERS FALLS POWER HOUSE; LARGEST PROJECT AWARD SECURED TO DATE WASHINGTON, D.C . - U.S. Congressman Dan Boren announced today the largest project award of his congressional career. The $31 million award will rehabilitate and upgrade the Webbers Falls Lock & Dam Power House. The project was included in the 2008 Energy and Water Appropriations bill which passed the House this week. The lock and dam power house project is included in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' effort to repair and upgrade hydropower facilities nationwide to increase energy production.
"This award is a huge success for Oklahoma's energy infrastructure and the economic development of my district," Boren said. "I am committed to providing federal funds for projects like this to build, maintain and repair our infrastructure," Boren said. "When operational, this power house provides cost-effective energy to communities across Oklahoma."
The rehabilitation project will replace current deficient turbine technology located at the power house with an improved design. Currently, all three turbines are out of service due to design deficiencies. During periods when the turbines have been on-line, these design deficiencies also have created severe problems for energy reliability. Forced outages are frequent and often long in duration with an outage rate over the last two years alone that has averaged more than 36 percent.
"This project is also special in that it makes a return, plus interest, on the federal government's investment," Boren said. "Over time the revenue that's created by the energy supply that this project makes possible will be returned to federal coffers."
When the river is at optimal conditions, the value of energy lost when all three turbines are not functional is an estimated $82,500 per day. When all three turbines are returned to maximum availability and efficiency, the rehab project will provide an energy supply equal to 352,000 barrels of oil or 102,000 tons of coal.
"We are pleased that funding was awarded to this important effort and look forward to completing the project," said Ted Coombs, Executive Director of the Southwestern Power Resources Association. "We appreciate Congressman Boren's assistance in securing this funding on behalf of Oklahoma's electric consumers. We look forward to working with him on future projects to improve the Second District's (Oklahoma's or eastern Oklahoma's) energy infrastructure."
The funding award demonstrates another crucial step in economic development for the central portion of the Second District. The power house improvements will provide a much more reliable energy supply for area businesses and households.
"This announcement is great news for our area, and many communities across this region," said Webbers Falls Mayor Stan Cowan. "We fully know how important this large of an investment in infrastructure is for a community like Webbers Falls."
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Adventure Park in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico, orphaned killer whale known as Pascuala. Mexican aquarium workers have been feeding the baby named Pascuala around the clock with milk from a tube inserted in her mouth since she was found beached in a Pacific fishing village in April.Read more more photos 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Sign the petition to send Pascuala to Sea World,If she continues to get better she will quickly out grow the small tank she is currently being kept in. Dolphin Adventure staff are doing the best they can & are in contact with SeaWorld, but they have no prior experience with a killer whale. Currently the Mexican government is blocking the move.
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4-27 Baby elephant born ! Hugo welcome Val to the Circus family. Val was was 280 pounds at birth and according to Tim Frisco the she is doing well. Tim is an elephant trainer and manager of the barn in Hugo. Val is the latest edition to the Endangered Ark foundation, set up by late D.R. Miller of Hugo. Although Miller died in 1999, his family has continued to work toward his vision of having a breeding center for Asian elephants. Asian elephants are an endangered species and can't be imported. The pround parents are Tommy and Whimpy.
Archive :Happy 1st Birthday Obert!
The Carson and Barnes Circus announces the celebration of Baby Obert 1st Birthday. Friday 8-20-04 from 2p to 4p the public is invited to his first birthday party, if you would like to bring a gift, make it a fruit or vegetable. Additional links Carson and Barnes
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Local High School Student Becomes Author! The book includes various comedic tales of people from the redneck society of America . For example; a tale of a drunken man who mistakes his dead brother's ashes(contained in a Tupperware dish) for coffee grounds and ends up drinking him, a tale of two rednecks in the future battling an evil repo man, and even a dysfunctional family's Christmas holiday, along with three other stories. More
Hugo Rotary Club 6-26-07 Babe Ruth baseball is back! Will Smith, Beck Fowler, and Lisa Leslie spoke to the Hugo Rotary Club regarding the up coming Babe Ruth SW Regional Tournament coming to Hugo July 26th to July 31st long time member of Rotary Al Cherry Pictured with President-elect of Hugo Rotary Will Smith. . CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Babe Ruth schedule and sign up sheets
12-7-06 K95.5 Morning Circus visits the OK Governors Mansion! Will and Barry picked up K95.5's Governor Award! The station was nominated by Kiamichi Opportunities Executive Director Will Smith Take a listen Award presented by Kimberly Lohman from KOCO-TV OKC.
More photos Will Payne Barry Diamond (with Will Smith) and the Governor's Commendation

HUGO BUFFALO FLASHBACK
11-26-06 Marlow 17, Hugo 6 The Hugo Buffaloes(10-2) lose in the third round playoffs. The Buffs powered by 5'10 175 Sr running back #10 Dereke Locke who breaks the 3000 yard mark and came just shy of 50 TD's on the season. The Buff defense play the Marlow Outlaws extremely well, but the Hugo offense could produce the lone touchdown via Locke. Now Marlow advances on to play Seq. Claremore (13-0) at UCO on Saturday. Print bracket Hugo Buffalo coach Tommy Bare talks about the Hugo Football team at the weekly Rotary club meeting. Audio 1 Audio 2 Audio 3 Buffaloes will play Marlow at Choctaw High School Saturday night Pre-Game 6:30 kickoff at 7:30 on K95.5
Marking a Milestone: Paris Coca-Cola Bottling Company Celebrates Its First 100 Years Paris, TX – What a difference a century makes.It’s been 100 years since the Paris Coca-Cola Bottling Company produced and sold its first bottle of what is now the best selling soft drink in the world. At that time, Teddy Roosevelt was president and the population of Paris, Texas had grown to more than 9,300. Today, the Company is part of a global system of Coca-Cola bottlers that makes Coke and other beverages available in nearly 200 countries, at a rate of more than 1 billion servings each day.
“As home to one of the early franchise bottlers, Paris shares in the rich history and heritage of Coca-Cola,” said Jeff Byrum, Sales Center Manager for Paris Coca-Cola Bottling Company. “For the past century, we have refreshed the citizens and businesses in Paris, as well as surrounding counties and towns. Our business depends on the loyal community here and we thank you for helping us make it to 100 years.”
In 1906, the Paris Coca-Cola Bottling Company was started by Smith. In 1908, Smith who thought there wasn’t any future in Coca-Cola, sold out to two visionary men – George A. Griffith and Will G. Freese for the sum of $500. At that time, the franchise consisted of two foot-powered machines and several tubs used for washing bottles by hand.
Hugo's New Fire Truck . Fire Chief Larry Lee inspects the Fire Truck delivered to Hugo.
SENATOR INHOFE NAMED AS DEPUTY WHIP Dec 6th WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Trent Lott of Mississippi, the incoming Senate Republican Whip, today announced the Members of the Senate who will make up the Senate Republican Whip organization for the 110th Congress. Senator Lott has appointed seven Senators to serve as Deputy Whips to represent all regions of the country. Senator
SENATE TO HONOR OKLAHOMA MUSICIAN
Billy Joe Thomas, born 7 August 1942, Hugo, Oklahoma, USA. The State Senate will hear a resolution Wednesday, February 21 recognizing the accomplishments and talent of singing legend B.J. Thomas. The resolution will also proclaim February 21, 2007 as "B.J. Thomas Day."
Choctaw Chief invited to State of Union
Chief Gregory E. Pyle of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma has received the great honor of being invited to attend President George Bush’s State of the Union Address in Washington, D.C., on January 23. “It is a huge milestone for our tribe to be included in this historic event,” said Chief Pyle. “The honor extends to all members of the Choctaw Nation and I am excited to be able to represent each and every one in our country’s capitol.”
Chief Pyle will be the guest of U.S. Congressman Dan Boren of Oklahoma’s 2nd District.
Hugo Christmas parade winners Floats.1. Red Hat Soc 2nd Little League Cheerleaders 3rd Hugo Health & Rehab Best decorated old car Don Dozier Best walking group Little League Cheerleaders Best decorated horse Lisa Glenn, More Chamber news
01-04-06 Choctaws helping fire departments;
Grant given $7,000, others given free supplies and fuel
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Choctaw Chief Gregory E. Pyle presented a $7,000 check to the Grant Fire Department Tuesday. This donation from tribal funds assists the rural fire department in retaining federal awards they received last year.
12-14-05Hugo School Bond Election Fails CLICK HERE TO LISTEN Hugo school district voters went to the poles to deny the new school bond. total votes 1592 No 1312 yes 280
In Push County the 1 cent sales was continued CLICK HERE TO LISTEN |
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