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Frances Phillips, far left, offers Kaylee Counts, 6, a variety of foods in the potluck line, as Counts' grandmother Shirley Cooks looks on, during the Brooksville 120th Year Celebration held at the Brooksville Community Center on Oct. 14. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Frances Phillips, far left, offers Kaylee Counts, 6, a variety of foods in the potluck line, as Counts' grandmother Shirley Cooks looks on, during the Brooksville 120th Year Celebration held at the Brooksville Community Center on Oct. 14. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Brooksville Community Celebrates 120 Years

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, October 19, 2023
On Sat., Oct. 14, the Brooksville Community Center was filled with current and former residents - along with stories from the past and hopes for the future. They were there to celebrate the town’s 120th birthday, and the theme was “Coming Back Together.

County Appoints Jenks To E911 Board

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, October 19, 2023
Tecumseh Schools will use educational sales tax funds to purchase a 2008 or newer 35 passenger shuttle bus with air conditioning and strength and conditioning equipment for Tecumseh High School.
Judy Snider, the wife of late Tecumseh Tennis Coach George “Mike” Snider, gets a hug from current Tennis Coach Jennifer McKnight, as Snider’s sons Greg and Blake and other family members look on. Coach Snider was memorialized with a sign that will hang on the tennis court fence during the Oct. 12 home football game.

Judy Snider, the wife of late Tecumseh Tennis Coach George “Mike” Snider, gets a hug from current Tennis Coach Jennifer McKnight, as Snider’s sons Greg and Blake and other family members look on. Coach Snider was memorialized with a sign that will hang on the tennis court fence during the Oct. 12 home football game.

THS Tennis Program Celebrates 50 Years, Memorializes Coach Snider

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, October 19, 2023
During halftime of the Tecumseh home football game, Oct. 12, it was the tennis program being honored for their 50th anniversary.
Mayor Ed Bolt presents a certificate of recognization to the family of Ann Davis who passed away in early Sept. Receiving the certificate is her son Trey surrounded by multiple family members. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

Mayor Ed Bolt presents a certificate of recognization to the family of Ann Davis who passed away in early Sept. Receiving the certificate is her son Trey surrounded by multiple family members. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

Comment Time Limits Extended During Shawnee Meeting

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, October 19, 2023
The first two items on the City of Shawnee Board of City Commissioners meeting took approximately one hour to get through Monday, Oct. 16. Seventeen citizens signed up for public comments.
Multiple awards were received by the Pottawatomie County Deputies at the Oklahoma Sheriffs Association annual Banquet. Pictured back row, from left: Sergeant Jason Seikel-Life saving award, Deputy Steve Partain-Reserve Deputy of the year, Deputy Dustin Richardson-Meritorious service award, Deputy Steven Warren-meritorious service award, Lieutenant James Caskey-Life saving award & Meritorious service award, and Deputy Justin Robbins-Life saving award.

Multiple awards were received by the Pottawatomie County Deputies at the Oklahoma Sheriffs Association annual Banquet. Pictured back row, from left: Sergeant Jason Seikel-Life saving award, Deputy Steve Partain-Reserve Deputy of the year, Deputy Dustin Richardson-Meritorious service award, Deputy Steven Warren-meritorious service award, Lieutenant James Caskey-Life saving award & Meritorious service award, and Deputy Justin Robbins-Life saving award.

Sheriff's Deputies Receive Awards

News Staff
Thursday, October 12, 2023
The Maud High School Fall Homecoming ceremonies were held on Oct. 5, with sophomore Beau Willis and junior Amerikus Street crowned Prince and Princess and seniors Korbyn Finch and Shelby Bowles crowned King and Queen. Shown, from left, are Evan Buxton, Makaylee Harrell, Willis, Kylee Collins, Jesse Siqueiros, Street, Finch, Bowles, Ruth Azlin, Cooper Nance and Micah House. Not shown is James Kerr. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

The Maud High School Fall Homecoming ceremonies were held on Oct. 5, with sophomore Beau Willis and junior Amerikus Street crowned Prince and Princess and seniors Korbyn Finch and Shelby Bowles crowned King and Queen. Shown, from left, are Evan Buxton, Makaylee Harrell, Willis, Kylee Collins, Jesse Siqueiros, Street, Finch, Bowles, Ruth Azlin, Cooper Nance and Micah House. Not shown is James Kerr. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Maud Fall Homecoming & Pink Out Football Game

News Staff
Thursday, October 12, 2023
In Her Own Words, A Survivor’s Story

In Her Own Words, A Survivor’s Story

In Her Own Words, A Survivor’s Story

Kelsie Gibson
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Editors note: Kelsie Gibson’s story is published as it was written and delivered to those who attended the Honey Do Auction held at The Grand on Oct. 5, 2023. We at the Countywide & Sun are thankful she chose to share it with our readers.

Countyline

News Staff
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Thursday, 12th PCDA — 4:30 pm. 17508 Bethel Road MASONS — 7:30 pm, Tecumseh Masonic Lodge. POTT COUNTY GOP - 7 pm, Pottawatomie County Museum, 614 E. Main St., Shawnee Saturday, 14th MASONIC SECOND SATURDAY BREAKFAST – 7-11 am, 419 N. Broadway, Public is welcome.
Donald Rominger (left) addresses the board while Superintendent Robert Kinsey listens intently Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

Donald Rominger (left) addresses the board while Superintendent Robert Kinsey listens intently Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

TPS School Board Approves Purchase Of New Weight Equipment

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Tecumseh Public Schools Board of Education approved the purchase of strength and conditioning equipment to replace outdated weight training equipment in the weight room at the high school during its meeting on Monday, Oct. 9.