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Gideon Morris, aka Dr. Arthropod of Mad Science in OKC, gets help from CPN After-School students Wyatt May and Tenetke Mato in launching a balloon into the air during the 'Artsplosion' show at Tecumseh Public Library on June 5. Morris also demonstrated how science can help to make art with heat-sensitive paper, a UV light pen and other items. Visit the Pioneer Library System website for a complete calendar of events.

Gideon Morris, aka Dr. Arthropod of Mad Science in OKC, gets help from CPN After-School students Wyatt May and Tenetke Mato in launching a balloon into the air during the 'Artsplosion' show at Tecumseh Public Library on June 5. Morris also demonstrated how science can help to make art with heat-sensitive paper, a UV light pen and other items. Visit the Pioneer Library System website for a complete calendar of events.

Summer Programs Start at Tecumseh Library

News Staff
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Gideon Morris, aka Dr. Arthropod of Mad Science in OKC, gets help from CPN After-School students Wyatt May and Tenetke Mato in launching a balloon into the air during the 'Artsplosion' show at Tecumseh Public Library on June 5.
Ricochet is scheduled to perform Aug. 9 at the annual FireLake Fireflight Balloon Festival. To see a full schedule of events visit firelakeballoonfest.com. Photo provided by CPN

Ricochet is scheduled to perform Aug. 9 at the annual FireLake Fireflight Balloon Festival. To see a full schedule of events visit firelakeballoonfest.com. Photo provided by CPN

Ricochet to headline Fireflight Balloon Fest

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Wednesday, June 11, 2025
SHAWNEE, Okla. (June 9, 2025) — Oklahoma country music band Ricochet will headline the annual Citizen Potawatomi Nation (CPN) FireLake Fireflight Balloon Festival on Saturday, Aug. 9.
SSC Board of Regents member Bryan Cain (left) was recognized for his service to the College at the meeting on June 9. Following the meeting, President Lana Reynolds (right) presented him with a plaque and gavel, commemorating his time at the College. Photo provided by SSC

SSC Board of Regents member Bryan Cain (left) was recognized for his service to the College at the meeting on June 9. Following the meeting, President Lana Reynolds (right) presented him with a plaque and gavel, commemorating his time at the College. Photo provided by SSC

SSC Board of Regents Approves FY26 Budget

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Wednesday, June 11, 2025
At their meeting on June 9, the Seminole State College Board of Regents approved the budget for Fiscal Year 2026.President Lana Reynolds began the meeting with an update on campus activities and personnel additions.
Brooksville Community hosts sign dedication

Brooksville Community hosts sign dedication

Brooksville Community hosts sign dedication

News Staff
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Citizens of Brooksville got together for a sign dedication on June 7. They installed a sign with 108 names of long-time residents on the back of the 'Welcome to Brooksville' sign, which was erected last year.
Cooper Lincoln was a finalist for Outstanding Actor at the 2025 Kelli O'Hara Awards on May 30. He performed a piece as 'Aldopho' from North Rock Creek's fall musical masterpiece, Drowsy Chaperone. The audience LOVED it! Photo Provided by Ashley Sunderland Photography; OKC Broadway

Cooper Lincoln was a finalist for Outstanding Actor at the 2025 Kelli O'Hara Awards on May 30. He performed a piece as 'Aldopho' from North Rock Creek's fall musical masterpiece, Drowsy Chaperone. The audience LOVED it! Photo Provided by Ashley Sunderland Photography; OKC Broadway

North Rock Creek on Broadway

Julie Talton Julie@countywidenews.com
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
North Rock Creek was recently invited to participate in the Kelli O’Hara Awards Ceremony held at the Civic Center Music Hall in Oklahoma City on May 30th. This special event is named after the critically acclaimed, Tony Awarded, Broadway Actress and Tulsa, Oklahoma native, Kelli O’Hara.
Sylwia Partyka, Director of Development at the Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art, poses with Tanner Duff, 8, of Bethel during the Art Mania event held on Tuesday. The Bob Ross-themed event was free, full of 'happy trees' and open to all ages! Photo provided

Sylwia Partyka, Director of Development at the Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art, poses with Tanner Duff, 8, of Bethel during the Art Mania event held on Tuesday. The Bob Ross-themed event was free, full of 'happy trees' and open to all ages! Photo provided

MGMOA Hosts Bob Ross Event

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Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Regional Transit Planning Targets Long-Term Solutions

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Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Central Oklahoma Regional Transportation Organization (CORTPO) is an organization that identifies local transportation needs, conducts planning, assists local governments, and supports the statewide transportation planning process in rural areas of the State.
Will Merrick, Development Officer, with Pioneer Library System Foundation speaks with the Tecumseh City Council alongside Beth Lyle, Tecumseh Library Branch Manager, about applying for a TSET Legacy Grant. Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

Will Merrick, Development Officer, with Pioneer Library System Foundation speaks with the Tecumseh City Council alongside Beth Lyle, Tecumseh Library Branch Manager, about applying for a TSET Legacy Grant. Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

New library possible, pending grant approval

Julie Talton Julie@countywidenews.com
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Pioneer Library Systems Board Members alongside Tecumseh Branch Manager, Beth Lyle, spoke to the Tecumseh City Council in a special meeting held on June 5th.