Ag Champions

Dale grad Morley Griffith, fourth from left, won the Senior Division of the Oklahoma Cattle Women’s Beef Advocate Contest on April 14 for the second year. Contestants are judged on staged media and peer interviews in which they must demonstrate their knowledge of the cattle industry and beef nutrition. From left, are Tammi Didlot with the Oklahoma Cattle Women’s Association (OCWA); Maysen Garrett, third place; Bridger Arrington, second place; Griffith, first place; & DeeDee Haynes, of OCWA. Photo provided

Dale grad Morley Griffith, fourth from left, won the Senior Division of the Oklahoma Cattle Women’s Beef Advocate Contest on April 14 for the second year. Contestants are judged on staged media and peer interviews in which they must demonstrate their knowledge of the cattle industry and beef nutrition. From left, are Tammi Didlot with the Oklahoma Cattle Women’s Association (OCWA); Maysen Garrett, third place; Bridger Arrington, second place; Griffith, first place; & DeeDee Haynes, of OCWA. Photo provided

Dale Graduate Wins Beef Advocacy Award

News Staff
Thursday, June 29, 2023
Dale graduate Morley Griffith, fourth from left, won the Senior Division of the Oklahoma Cattle Women’s Beef Advocate Contest on April 14 for the second year.
Incoming Bethel Freshman Wins State AIM Shoot

Incoming Bethel Freshman Wins State AIM Shoot

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Incoming Bethel Freshman Wins at State AIM Shoot

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
In the last eight months, Corley Steward of Bethel turned 14 and started shooting in trap competitions for both AIM and the junior high FFA Shooting Team. And, earlier this month, Steward won first in the AIM State Shoot Handicap Sub-Junior Division with a 97.
On May 2-3, 24 Tecumseh FFA members attended the Oklahoma State FFA Convention in Tulsa, and five received their State FFA Degrees, according to the Tecumseh FFA Facebook page. Posing with their fellow members and Advisors Mara Carman, far left, and Dodge Nichols, far right, they are Jocelyn Phelps, Marli Williams, Chloe Kelsey, Piper Goodson and Katelyn Fleming. Photo provided.

On May 2-3, 24 Tecumseh FFA members attended the Oklahoma State FFA Convention in Tulsa, and five received their State FFA Degrees, according to the Tecumseh FFA Facebook page. Posing with their fellow members and Advisors Mara Carman, far left, and Dodge Nichols, far right, they are Jocelyn Phelps, Marli Williams, Chloe Kelsey, Piper Goodson and Katelyn Fleming. Photo provided.

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Eleven Pottawatomie County Students Earn State FFA Degrees

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, May 25, 2023
The Oklahoma State FFA Convention was held in Tulsa earlier this month, and several chapters in Pottawatomie County had members receiving their State FFA Degrees. This is the second-highest degree in FFA, only below the American FFA Degree.
Tecumseh Graduate Is Twice National Champion On College Shooting Team - Shown here with ACUI trophy

Tecumseh Graduate Is Twice National Champion On College Shooting Team - Shown here with ACUI trophy

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Tecumseh Graduate Is Twice National Champion On College Shooting Team

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Two years ago, Dawson Arnett was the first Tecumseh High School senior to sign a letter of intent for the shooting sports. Fast forward to last month, and he was competing with the Connors State College (CSC) Shooting Sports Team at two national meets.

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2023-24 Agriculture Youth Council Application Deadline Extended

News Staff
Thursday, April 27, 2023
The deadline to apply for the 2023-24 Agriculture Youth Council has been extended by one week. Applications are now due by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 5, 2023. The Agriculture Youth Council is available to Oklahoma high school students entering their senior year in the fall of 2023.
Tecumseh’s Kensley Whittington shows her swine in the Oklahoma Youth Expo earlier this month. Whittington earned Supreme Champion Commercial Gilt in this year’s show. Photo provided by OYE.

Tecumseh’s Kensley Whittington shows her swine in the Oklahoma Youth Expo earlier this month. Whittington earned Supreme Champion Commercial Gilt in this year’s show. Photo provided by OYE.

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County Is Well Represented At Oklahoma Youth Expo

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Between March 6 and 17, more than 7,000 4H and Future Farmers of America (FFA) members descend upon the State Fairgrounds for the “World’s Largest Junior Livestock Show.
Junior Livestock Show Results

Junior Livestock Show Results

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86th Annual Pottawatomie County Junior Livestock Show Results

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, March 30, 2023
The 2023 PCJLS Premium Auction was definitely a night to remember. The place was packed, standing room only, and every attendee was there to support the kids.  Suzanne Gilbert said, “I don’t have an exact amount because we are still receiving a few add-ons.
Tecumseh seniors Katelyn Fleming and Piper Goodson and Dale senior Morley Griffith were awarded scholarships through the Oklahoma Youth Expo last month. Photo provided.

Tecumseh seniors Katelyn Fleming and Piper Goodson and Dale senior Morley Griffith were awarded scholarships through the Oklahoma Youth Expo last month. Photo provided.

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Three County Ag Students Awarded OYE Scholarships

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, March 23, 2023
Three Agriculture students from Pottawatomie County were awarded scholarships in February through the 2023 Oklahoma Youth Expo (OYE). Dale senior Morley Griffith was chosen for the Diamond Hats - Marilyn Harrel Scholarship in the amount of $5,000.
Bethel graduate Michael St. Clair presents Jimmy Story with the Kay Jenks Memorial Superintendent’s Award for being an outstanding volunteer in the poultry division in 2021. File photo.

Bethel graduate Michael St. Clair presents Jimmy Story with the Kay Jenks Memorial Superintendent’s Award for being an outstanding volunteer in the poultry division in 2021. File photo.

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American FFA Degree Received By 16 Local Graduates

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, February 2, 2023
Last year, there were 16 high school graduates from Pottawatomie County who met the extensive requirements for the American FFA Degree. They include Kylee Greenwalt and Paden Thomas, of Dale; Seth Jackson and Michael St.
Brody Hallmark, of Stratford 4-H, background; Addison Arnold, of Tecumseh 4-H, center; and J.W. Harris, of Paul’s Valley, show in the Class 3 Market Hog Berkshire division of the Central Area Livestock Show, held at the Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center on Jan. 26-28. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Brody Hallmark, of Stratford 4-H, background; Addison Arnold, of Tecumseh 4-H, center; and J.W. Harris, of Paul’s Valley, show in the Class 3 Market Hog Berkshire division of the Central Area Livestock Show, held at the Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center on Jan. 26-28. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

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Local Students Participate At The Central Area Livestock Show

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, February 2, 2023
Local Students Participate At The Central Area Livestock Show