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Strong winds on March 14 left the metal canopy over the western bank of stalls twisted and grounded at Sonic Drive-In, 109 E. Walnut, in Tecumseh. Franchise co-owner Brett Blair said they were paying attention when the canopy began to tilt from side to side, and they called the police who blocked off that side of the business, so no one was hurt when it collapsed. Blair said the electricity went out, and computers were offline before it happened. They have since reopened. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

Strong winds on March 14 left the metal canopy over the western bank of stalls twisted and grounded at Sonic Drive-In, 109 E. Walnut, in Tecumseh. Franchise co-owner Brett Blair said they were paying attention when the canopy began to tilt from side to side, and they called the police who blocked off that side of the business, so no one was hurt when it collapsed. Blair said the electricity went out, and computers were offline before it happened. They have since reopened. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

Sonic Canopy Blown Down on March 14

News Staff
Thursday, April 3, 2025
Family members of the late Air Force veteran Tom Combs traveled from Nebraska, Missouri, Altus and Moore for the rededication ceremony of the bingo hall at American Legion Post #16 in Shawnee on March 29. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

Family members of the late Air Force veteran Tom Combs traveled from Nebraska, Missouri, Altus and Moore for the rededication ceremony of the bingo hall at American Legion Post #16 in Shawnee on March 29. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

American Legion Post #16 Rededicates Bingo Hall

Natasha Dunagan Natasha@countywidenews.com
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
The Shawnee American Legion Post #16 reopened six months ago - since it was renovated after the 2023 tornado - but something was missing.

South Rock Creek Releases Honor Roll

News Staff
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
South Rock Creek Public Schools has released the names of honor roll students for their third nine weeks. Two separate honor rolls recognize students for their academic achievement.The Superintendent Honor Roll is composed of students who earned a 4.
Kaleb Smith, ProActive Security presents security information to the County Commissioners. Bill Rooth, Countywide & Sun

Kaleb Smith, ProActive Security presents security information to the County Commissioners. Bill Rooth, Countywide & Sun

County approves purchase of Finley Cleaners property

Bill Rooth Bill@countywidenews.com
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
The Pottawatomie County Commission voted unanimously Tuesday to purchase the former Finley’s Cleaners property at 15 East 10th Street in Shawnee for $290,000, though no plans for its use were disclosed. The decision came during an executive session at the commission’s April 1 meeting.
Shawnee appoints McLain as Deputy Fire Chief

Shawnee appoints McLain as Deputy Fire Chief

Shawnee appoints McLain as Deputy Fire Chief

News Staff
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Shawnee, Oklahoma, March 26, 2025 - The City of Shawnee Fire Department is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark McLain as the new Deputy Fire Chief.McLain has dedicated 14 years to the fire service, most recently as the Training Chief for the City of Shawnee Fire Department.
Staff from Community Renewal and Avedis Foundation together with Jill Spencer, Board Chair Avedis Foundation, Dr. Kathy Laster, President & CEO Avedis Foundation, Brandon Dyer, Executive Director Community Renewal, and Dr. Steve Trotter, Board Member Avedis Foundation, pose for a photo as they are presented a check for $500,000 for 2025. Photo provided by Avedis Foundation

Staff from Community Renewal and Avedis Foundation together with Jill Spencer, Board Chair Avedis Foundation, Dr. Kathy Laster, President & CEO Avedis Foundation, Brandon Dyer, Executive Director Community Renewal, and Dr. Steve Trotter, Board Member Avedis Foundation, pose for a photo as they are presented a check for $500,000 for 2025. Photo provided by Avedis Foundation

Avedis awards $500,000 grant to Community Renewal

News Staff
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
On Friday, Mar. 26, 2025, Avedis Foundation presented a grant check in the amount of $500,000 to Community Renewal of Pottawatomie County. Kathy Laster, Ph.D.

Education Sales Tax Passes

Suzie Campbell Suzie@countywidenews.com
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
The April election followed the trend of the last several elections with a low turnout. Most of the races were won decisively. The Pottawatomie County halfcent Education Sales Tax was one of those decisive wins, receiving 2,243 (71.25 percent) Yes votes to 905 (28.75 percent) No votes.