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🌱 How a new 404‑megawatt project could reshape Hugo’s power future

Hugo, Oklahoma Patch AM: a 3 min read

Hello again Hugo! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a new 404‑megawatt project could reshape Hugo’s power future

Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 89 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, temps: high: 82, low: 69.
  • Friday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 82 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Electric cooperative expands power needs (okenergytoday.com) — Western Farmers Electric Cooperative is making a major long-term investment in the Hugo power plant, adding a 404‑megawatt natural gas unit and a 43‑mile fuel pipeline to be operating by 2029. The project is designed to meet growing electricity demand across the region while securing the plant’s future in southeast Oklahoma, which could mean more stability and potential economic benefits for Hugo residents.
   

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  • Taco Bell posted a job opening for Late Night Team Member in Hugo. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News

Broken Bow

  • 9 Natural Wonders In Oklahoma That Prove It's Not Just Flat Prairie (myfamilytravels.com)
  • Oklahoma is using homegrown talent to build the best 2027 recruiting class in the country (stormininnorman.com)
  • Best Budget-Friendly Weekend Trips Near U.S. Cities (cheapism.com)

Durant

  • Jerry Scott (northsidesun.com)
  • People First Industries holds memorial track and field event (kxii.com)
  • 10th Texoman accused in drug conspiracy case pleas guilty (kten.com)

Ok Hugo! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Hugo

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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Hugo

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.