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In this week’s Hughes County Com missioners Meeting, County Commission - er Chair Coal Dilday addressed concerns raised by the Oklaho ma State Fire Marshal regarding the status of the Hughes County Jail. The state fire mar shal’s letter, dated November 17, indicated a closure of the jail due to health and life safe- ty issues.
Read moreThe Wetumka Chamber will be holding their annual Christmas Lighting contest. There is only one category this year. 1st place winner will receive $100.00 and a keepsake ornament. 2nd place winner will receive $50.00 and a keepsake ornament.
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Ernest "Ernie" James Sumner, 86, of Checotah, Oklahoma passed away M o n d a y , November 20, 2023, at home surrounded by family.
Read moreHughes County Con servation District and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Oklahoma are hold ing the second public meeting for the Little Wewoka Watershed Project. The meeting will be Wednesday, December 6, 2023, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the First United Bank (102 East Main Street) in Holdenville. The meeting will be formatted as an open house, so community mem bers are welcome to stop by anytime during
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In a hard-fought basketball battle, the Wetumka Chieftains faced off against Silo in a recent matchup, ultimately falling short with a final score of 36-68. Despite the challenging out- come, individual players showcased their skill and determination on the court.
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