October 2, 2026
The North Rock Creek drama "Newsies" perform "The World Will Know" from their spring play for the Frontier Days Parade judges, as part of the Countywide & Sun's 50th anniversary float. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun
Resident Cara Kinnamon addresses the Board of County Commissioners. Suzie Campbell, Countywide & Sun
Members of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe ride on their float in the 50th Anniversary Frontier Days Parade on Sept. 26.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
The 50th anniversary of Frontier Days celebrated the founding of Tecumseh 135 years ago and the 250th birthday of the USA.In addition, the Countywide & Sun newspaper celebrated the 50th anniversary of the “Countywide” name, although there has been a newspaper in Tecumseh since 1924.
Tanya and Michael Harcourt of Newalla, who are frequent campers at Wes Watkins Lake, submitted a proposal to be camp hosts to the Mcloud City Council. Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun
Pottawatomie Go (POGO) volunteer Craig Walker directs M'Chylah Walker, 11, where to go on the bicycle obstacle course. Photos by Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun
The Tecumseh Volleyball Lady Savages celebrated Senior Night on Sept. 22. Photo courtesy of Kenetta Lisenbee
Shawnee High School celebrated their five fastpitch softball seniors before the home game on Sept. 24. Holding flowers, they include Embrie Smith, Cochana Martin, Alivia Grass, Taylor Bailey and Lybbie Pigeon, as the team presents them with gifts. Photos by Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun
Dale sophomore Lainey Wilson lands on second base after hitting a double in the Sept. 24 home game against Hooker during the Class B Fastpitch Regional Tournament. The Lady Pirates won, 12-0, and also beat Mangum that day, 10-2. Then, on Sept. 25, they became the Regional champions, after winning their second game against Mangum, 14-0. Photos by Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun
