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Almeda Dyer, age 91, serves Jean Cutting, left, and Claudia Rice during the 17th Annual Tecumseh Family Thanksgiving Dinner, held at the Tecumseh City Hall Auditorium on Nov. 24. Nearly 1,000 meals were served. Also shown is Dr.
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
January 2022
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Bethel teacher Kerry Ingersoll directs one of her kindergarten students on Jan. 6. Ingersoll is one of 12 nominees for Oklahoma State Teacher of the Year for 2022. She has been teaching for 16 years and feels strongly about helping her students deal with the trauma in their lives.
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
Shawnee Police Department Toy Drive
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The first-ever Shawnee Police Department Toy Drive was a huge success. Receiving 751 toys, the department was able to distribute gifts to 162.
Thursday, December 22, 2022
The patrons of the Tribbey Senior Center collected donations of hats and gloves (or monetary donations) that ended Dec. 2. On Wednesday, Dec. 14 the items were presented to the Wanette School administration with a pair of gloves going to each student in the district. Photo provided
Emergency Warming Stations Open Today
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Shawnee’s Emergency Warming Station is set to open today, (Thursday, Dec. 22) at 11 am, and will remain open through Sunday, Dec. 25 at 9 am.
The City of Shawnee has partnered again this year with C3 Church, 329 N.
Thursday, December 22, 2022
Dear Santa............
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Miss Shatto’s Class, Tecumseh Early Childhood Center Dear Santa, For Christmas I would like a Mr. Potato Head!
Love, Brec Dear Santa, For Christmas I would like makeup and a doll!
Love, Caroline Dear Santa, For Christmas I would like a giant shark toy that has a remote control!
Thursday, December 22, 2022
Shawnee Police Department Receives Crisis Intervention Team Grant
Loren Knight
It was announced at the City Commission Meeting on Dec. 19 that the Shawnee Police Department was awarded a Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Grant totaling $347,000.00.
Thursday, December 22, 2022
What Are The Signs Of Frostbite, And What To Do If Suspected
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Temperatures are predicted to fall dangerously low this week in Oklahoma! While many of us are preparing our homes for winter weather, it’s important to take care of ourselves, too, including knowing about frostbite.
Thursday, December 22, 2022
BancFirst presented a check to the McLoud Historical Society in support of fundraising efforts to further the mission of the museum. Pictured above (from left) are Dean Hill Brenda Hill, Christina Smiley, Jacob Sestak, James Metcalf, Bruce Ferrell, Casey Bell, Sylvia Metcalf, and Don Kuhn. Photo provided
Last Chance To Request Absentee Ballots For Jan. 10 Election
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The deadline to request absentee ballots by mail is approaching. Applications must be received by the County Election Board no later than 5 p.m. Monday, December 26, 2022.
Thursday, December 22, 2022
Dear Santa
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Ms. Steward’s Class, Tecumseh Early Childhood Center Dear Santa, I want a remote-control race car for Christmas.
Love, Xavier Dear Santa, I want a super web shooter that flies across the house. I love you Santa!
Thursday, December 22, 2022
No New Contracts Or Funding Approved By County Until 2023
Suzie Campbell
The Pottawatomie County Board of County Commissioners meeting held Monday, Dec. 19, was shorter than expected when looking at the 32 items on the agenda. There was no action taken on multiple items on the agenda.
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Thursday, December 22, 2022