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Hughes County is a name that refers to two different places in the United States. When you see "Hughes County," it could mean either of these:

What is a County?

In the United States, a county is a part of a state, like a smaller division. Think of it as a local area within a state. Counties help organize things like local government, schools, and services for the people who live there. Each county usually has a main town or city called the county seat, where the county government offices are located.

Hughes County in Oklahoma

Hughes County in Oklahoma is one of the 77 counties in that state. It is located in the central part of Oklahoma.

Hughes County in South Dakota

Hughes County in South Dakota is one of the 66 counties in South Dakota. It is located in the central part of South Dakota.

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