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The Pottawatomie County Veterans Educational Museum is reflected in the black granite panels of the Oklahoma Veterans Memorial Wall at the Oklahoma Veterans Memorial in Woodland Veterans Park. Shawnee Veterans Memorial Committee President Bill Ford recently reflected on the history of the memorial park and military museum, and retired Major General Douglas Dollar shared information on the National Society of the Scabbard and Blade opening their headquarters in the museum.

The Pottawatomie County Veterans Educational Museum is reflected in the black granite panels of the Oklahoma Veterans Memorial Wall at the Oklahoma Veterans Memorial in Woodland Veterans Park. Shawnee Veterans Memorial Committee President Bill Ford recently reflected on the history of the memorial park and military museum, and retired Major General Douglas Dollar shared information on the National Society of the Scabbard and Blade opening their headquarters in the museum.

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National Society of the Scabbard and Blade prepares to open HQ in veterans museum

Natasha Dunagan Natasha@countywidenews.com
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Nationally, the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) has more than 1,700 units in colleges, and there are around 3,300 Junior ROTC high school units, according to an email from Retired Major General Douglas Dollar, Executive Director for the National Society of the Scabbard & Blade (NSSB).
A depiction of the Battle of Bunker Hill (circa eighteenth century)

A depiction of the Battle of Bunker Hill (circa eighteenth century)

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TRIVIA

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Thursday, July 2, 2026
• On which day were the battles at Lexington and Concord fought?Answer: April 19, 1775• True or False: Bunker Hill was fought on Bunker Hill.Answer: False. Despite its name, the Battle of Bunker Hill on June 17, 1775, was fought on Breed’s Hill.
America before presidential campaigns

America before presidential campaigns

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America before presidential campaigns

News Staff
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Election Day is an annual event in the United States, and it’s one that generates particular excitement when presidential elections are held every four years.
Getting to know the Declaration of Independence

Getting to know the Declaration of Independence

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Getting to know the Declaration of Independence

News Staff
Thursday, July 2, 2026
The Declaration of Independence is a formal document that served as the signatory colonies' statement that they were now 'free and independent States.' It is a vital document in American history.
Donna Snodgrass

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What the 250th USA Anniversary Means to Me

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Thursday, July 2, 2026
Donna Snodgrass, Oklahoma American Legion Auxiliary 1st Vice President :“The 250th anniversary of America is more than a celebration of our nation’s history—it is a time to reflect on the sacrifices, courage, and determination of those who came before us and to honor those who continue to protect...
Freeland Wood, Pottawatomie County Sheriff

Freeland Wood, Pottawatomie County Sheriff

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What the 250th USA Anniversary Means to Me

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Thursday, July 2, 2026
Freeland Wood, Pottawatomie County Sheriff:“For 250 years, Americans have answered the call to serve their communities and their country.