The family of a young boy who was badly burned in an explosion at the Jasmine Moran Children’s Museum last weekend is suing the foundation that operates the museum for $10 million. Four-year-old Ryker Corona suffered second degree burns on his face, chest and arms during a visit to the museum on Saturday, June 21.

HOLDENVILLE — A suspicious vehicle parked on a vacant lot in Holdenville on the morning of June 9 led police to arrest a man on multiple felony charges, including possession of a stolen vehicle and drug paraphernalia, according to a probable cause affidavit filed at the Hughes County Courthouse.

In an end of the season awards dinner, Parker Robinson, Holdenville, was named Player of the Year in “A League of Their Own.” League organizers say she “showed all the core values you hope to see in any individual in any circumstance, on and off the field. She played to the best of her ability, while showing superior sportsmanship and a great attitude, inspiring her “buddies” each and every game.” Also pictured is Arpoika Daniels.

JUNE MARKS THE 7STH ANNIversary of the start of the Korean War — a conflict that claimed millions of lives, shaped the modern global order, and yet is too often relegated to the margins of our collective memory.

BEGINS 75 YEARS AGO.

Holdenville — Nestled in the heart of downtown Holdenville, the Hughes County Historical Society Museum is more than a building with glass displays—it’s a living tribute to the people, struggles, and triumphs that built this community. But now, its future hangs in the balance.

THE ANNUAL ATWOOD SCHOOL REUNION HAS BEEN SET FOR SATURDAY, JUNE 28TH. Doors will open at 10:00 a.m.

Students named to the President’s Honor Roll include (listed by hometown): Holdenville: Trinity Anderson, Victoria Carlson, Sierra Merriman Okemah: Ronald Campbell, Jaiden Hardy, Luke Spitale Wetumka: Kaiya Herrod, Mazie Wagner Wewoka: Nicole Barnhart, Hermione Jones, Zechariah Stone Moore Students named to the Vice-President’s Honor Roll include (listed by hometown): Holdenville: Quetzali Becerra, Brittany Grizzle, Kilie Harber, Scotty Routon, Braden Young Okemah: Tiffany Byrd Wetumka: Leah Jaggars Wewoka: Libby Driggers, Devon Harjo, Avery Johnson, Jacqua Marshall, Alina Rangel Students named to the Part-Time Honor Roll include (listed by hometown): Holdenville: Shauna Cochran, Ariel Gomez, Natalie Jennings, Megan Love, Grady Mills, Harlee Nolen, Annebel Parker, Tyrell Phillips, Lathan Rogers, Chloe Stacy, Gracelyn Wulf Lamar: Kara Mayfield Okemah: Jayla Bryan, Tina Canard, Blaine Crowe, Garon Davis, Nikki Deere, David Esparza, Jera Forgette, Keagan Jordan, Billy Moore, Katelyn Neace, Savannah Neace, Robert Reilly, Jaxon Rusk, Makenzie Shaw Sasakwa: Hannah Boyd, James Hulvey Weleetka: Aubrey Gray Wetumka: Jacob Burton, Joseph Burton, Jorden Taylor Wewoka: Trissy Bruner, Juli Givens, Dallas Houghton, Cednei Hulbutta, Tanner Johnston, Ian Ketcher, Stacy Mireles, Sierra Sanders.

Holdenville Lions Club met at Boom a Rang Diner on 5-625. The Minutes of the 4-22-25 meeting were read by Lion Jerrie Lindsey, and approved unanimously. Treasurer, Lion Steve Enos gave the Treasurer’s report that both accounts were up-to-date. There was enough in the Service account to cover the $2000 scholarships and the donation to Point of Grace Sober Living home had been given. The Treasurer’s report was approved unanimously.

Hughes County Sheriff Trever Teague is sounding the alarm on the future of the Hughes County Jail, outlining the tough decisions ahead and offering what he believes is a practical path forward. In a recent discussion with the Holdenville News, Sheriff Teague laid out the county’s two main options: attempting to repair the existing facility or working to build a new one from the ground up.