Cole convicted of aggravated sexual abuse, abusive sexual contact of a child

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The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma, announced that Brett Dewayne Cole, age 33, of Ringold, Okla., was found guilty by a federal jury of two counts of aggravated sexual abuse in Indian Country and one count of abusive sexual contact of a child in Indian Country. The jury trial began on Monday, March 6, 2023, and concluded on Tuesday, March 7, 2023.

Up in smoke...

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Oklahomans decided against joining the ranks of states permitting the use of recreational marijuana for adults after voters overwhelmingly opposed state question 820, ultimately defeating it with 61.68% of voters casting “No” votes. All 77 counties voted against the state question.
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Local professor releases book, ‘Kept By the Power of God’

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This is an announcement of the release of the book, “Kept by the Power of God: Seven Keys to the Power of God in Your Life,” by Dr. David L. Monk. Dr. Monk is a local author, pastor and university professor. We all face struggles in our everyday lives. The power of the Holy Spirit is present to empower us to overcome any challenge, obstacle, or dilemma we face. In this book, Dr. Monk shares his personal story of faith.
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Buffaloes advance to STATE Tournament!

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Hugo News Sports ADA — The Buffaloes are headed to the state tournament after a gritty performance in Ada over the weekend that earned them the Area Consolation Championship. The Area Tournament might as well have been labeled the Buffs’ revenge tour, with Hugo facing off against Okmulgee, Silo and Purcell — all teams that handed the Buffaloes losses earlier in the season.