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Dr. Posey encourages grads to be bold, stay grounded, keep growing

News Staff
Thursday, June 26, 2025
Dear Class of 2025, As you prepare to turn the page to an exciting new chapter, I want to extend my warmest congratulations to each of you. Graduation is more than just a ceremony— it’s a tribute to your hard work, resilience, and growth throughout your time here at Bethel High School.
Wanette Valedictorian Kyler Cates

Wanette Valedictorian Kyler Cates

Wanette’s Top Graduates Celebrate Endings and New Beginnings

News Staff
Thursday, June 26, 2025
The Class of 2025 Valedictorian for Wanette High School is Kyler Cates. He has been an excellent student throughout his high school career. He is involved in multiple clubs, including yearbook, student council, and archery.His senior quote is “Celebrate endings — for they precede new beginnings.
A covered wagon and a carriage from Crossroads Cowboy Church in Harrah make their way east on Broadway Ave. during the McLoud Blackberry Festival Parade on June 21. There were 75-80 entries in the parade, said Melanie Krause with the McLoud Chamber of Commerce.

A covered wagon and a carriage from Crossroads Cowboy Church in Harrah make their way east on Broadway Ave. during the McLoud Blackberry Festival Parade on June 21. There were 75-80 entries in the parade, said Melanie Krause with the McLoud Chamber of Commerce.

Crowds Celebrate McLoud’s Anniversary and Blackberry Festival

Natasha Dunagan Natasha@countywidenews.com
Thursday, June 26, 2025
On June 20-21, McLoud celebrated its 130th anniversary and the estimated 83rd anniversary of the McLoud Blackberry Festival, said Melanie Krause, Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce.
"Hooplahoma" Chelsea Parks, of the Inspyral Circus, balances on a ball and juggles hoops at the Tecumseh Public Library on June 12. Parks demonstrated her circus skills and taught a crowd of children.

"Hooplahoma" Chelsea Parks, of the Inspyral Circus, balances on a ball and juggles hoops at the Tecumseh Public Library on June 12. Parks demonstrated her circus skills and taught a crowd of children.

Tecumseh Library Hosts Inspyral Circus

News Staff
Thursday, June 19, 2025
A 1930 Ford Model A, owned by Joe Scheidt, stands out at the Downtown Auto at Sundown Car Show in Shawnee on June 14.

A 1930 Ford Model A, owned by Joe Scheidt, stands out at the Downtown Auto at Sundown Car Show in Shawnee on June 14.

Over 100 automobiles line the streets for the Downtown car show

News Staff
Thursday, June 19, 2025
After the rains cleared on Saturday, June 14, nearly 100 registered vehicles—and about 20 more unregistered—filled the stretch of Main between Beard Street and Kickapoo Avenue for the annual Downtown Auto Body at Sundown Car Show in Shawnee. The following is a list of the winners: Why Not?
Candidate for Governor Charles McCall addressed the crowd at the Legislative Luncheon held June 13 at the Citizen Potawatomi Nations Cultural Heritage Museum. Suzie Campbell, Countywide & Sun

Candidate for Governor Charles McCall addressed the crowd at the Legislative Luncheon held June 13 at the Citizen Potawatomi Nations Cultural Heritage Museum. Suzie Campbell, Countywide & Sun

McCall Talks Infrastructure, Education, and Trust in Government

Suzie Campbell Suzie@countywidenews.com
Thursday, June 19, 2025
After joining the Tecumseh Chamber of Commerce and Shawnee Forward members for a legislative luncheon, former Speaker of the House and current candidate for Governor Charles McCall stopped by the Countywide & Sun for a visit.McCall is a fifth-generation Oklahoman.