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I recently found a copy of our very first TRIBUNE edition from December 8, 2000. Today I want to share two articles from that issue….

In a recent Hughes County Commissioners Meeting, County Commissioner Chair Coal Dilday addressed concerns raised by the Oklahoma State Fire Marshal regarding the status of the Hughes County Jail. The state fire marshal’s letter, dated November 17, indicated a closure of the jail due to health and life safety issues.

Holdenville, [Date] In a recent City Council meeting, concerns were raised about the deteriorating state of the cemetery garage/shop, which has suffered extensive damage from the recent storm. Cemetery Sexton Waylon Ford addressed the council, expressing his belief that the current structure is beyond salvageable.

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Holdenville, OK- In a recent City Council meeting, the City of Holdenville announced the unearthing of an unused Rural Economic Action Plan (REAP) Grant totaling $49,000 in the city’s account. City officials shared that $22,763 of this grant has already been utilized to enhance essential infrastructure, specifically by replacing electric panels at two of the city’s vital lift stations.