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Shawnee Public Schools Executive Director of Operations Ron Stearns gives a presentation on the progress of tornado recovery projects to the Shawnee Board of Education on Aug. 5. He said they will have the new digital scoreboard installed at Jim Thorpe Stadium on Aug. 22, and they will have as much done on the stadium as possible before the first football game on Sept. 13. The press box may not be done by then, but there will be a rendering of it on display. Countywide & Sun/ Natasha Dunagan

Shawnee Public Schools Executive Director of Operations Ron Stearns gives a presentation on the progress of tornado recovery projects to the Shawnee Board of Education on Aug. 5. He said they will have the new digital scoreboard installed at Jim Thorpe Stadium on Aug. 22, and they will have as much done on the stadium as possible before the first football game on Sept. 13. The press box may not be done by then, but there will be a rendering of it on display. Countywide & Sun/ Natasha Dunagan

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Shawnee Football to Play at Jim Thorpe Stadium

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, August 8, 2024
The first Shawnee Board of Education meeting of the new school year had much to cover on Aug. 5, including presentations from three people.But first, Dr. Aaron Espolt gave his Superintendent’s Report.
Families and students fill the WP Wood/THS Alumni Center waiting in line at eight stations for school supplies and backpacks on July 27 during the 10th Annual Mission Tecumseh Back to School Bash. Mission Tecumseh Board Member Anthony LaGrange said they gave away the 549 backpacks they had available in the first hour and continued to hand out school supplies until those ran out. Countywide & Sun/ Natasha Dunagan

Families and students fill the WP Wood/THS Alumni Center waiting in line at eight stations for school supplies and backpacks on July 27 during the 10th Annual Mission Tecumseh Back to School Bash. Mission Tecumseh Board Member Anthony LaGrange said they gave away the 549 backpacks they had available in the first hour and continued to hand out school supplies until those ran out. Countywide & Sun/ Natasha Dunagan

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Mission Tecumseh Hosts 10th Annual Back To School Bash

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
On July 27, from 10 am to 1 pm, the W.P. Wood/THS Alumni Center in Tecumseh was filled to capacity with families and students for the 10th Annual Mission Tecumseh Back to School Bash.

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Countyline

News Staff
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
: Thursday, 1stSHAWNEE LIONS CLUB - every Thursday (noon) at Santa Fe Cattle Company (Shawnee Mall) EASTERN STAR — 7:30 pm, Tecumseh Masonic Lodge.SPINNING SPOOLS QUILT GUILD - 7 pm, Senior Center at 400 N. Bell.Friday, 2ndVFW FUNDRAISER - 8 am - 4 pm, 811 E. MacArthur, Shawnee.

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County Okays $5K IT Deal, Mediation On Expo Continues

Suzie Campbell
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
The Pottawatomie County Board of County Commissioners held two meeting Tuesday morning. The regular meeting lasted less than 17 minutes with the board approving transfers of appropriations, blanket purchase orders, and purchase order claims.
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BancFirst Offers 1,008 Backpacks at Three Events

News Staff
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
Shawnee BancFirst Vice President Brooke Allen hands hotdogs to twins Corie and Junior Kostic, 4, of McLoud, as their grandmother Gayla Kostic looks on during the BancFirst Back to School Bash in McLoud, held at the lot just west of the bank on July 25.
Damian Pearson, 5, of Marlow, is assisted in target bowfishing by Zak McMunn, of Darkwater Adventures in Meeker, during the Outdoor Nation Expo on Aug. 11, 2023 at FireLake Arena. File photo

Damian Pearson, 5, of Marlow, is assisted in target bowfishing by Zak McMunn, of Darkwater Adventures in Meeker, during the Outdoor Nation Expo on Aug. 11, 2023 at FireLake Arena. File photo

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Outdoor Nation Expo To Host OHA Waterfowl 101 Workshop

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
For those who are interested in getting into waterfowl hunting, the Outdoor Nation Expo (ONE) has just what you’re looking for.The Waterfowl 101 Workshop will be hosted by the Oklahoma Hunters & Anglers (OHA) and the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC).
First United Bank donates $1,000 to the Tecumseh Lady Savages to assist in the funds being raised for the purchase of the 2024 State Championship rings. Pictured from left, FUB Tecumseh President Jill Spencer, Tecumseh Athletic Director Casi Bays, and Tecumseh Public Schools Director of Community Engagement Justin Wood. Photo provided by FUB

First United Bank donates $1,000 to the Tecumseh Lady Savages to assist in the funds being raised for the purchase of the 2024 State Championship rings. Pictured from left, FUB Tecumseh President Jill Spencer, Tecumseh Athletic Director Casi Bays, and Tecumseh Public Schools Director of Community Engagement Justin Wood. Photo provided by FUB

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Lady Savages Are Closer To Goal To Purchase State Championship Rings With FUB Donation

News Staff
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
Stakeholders gather to celebrate the United Way of Eastern Frontier Country name change. Photo provided by United Way

Stakeholders gather to celebrate the United Way of Eastern Frontier Country name change. Photo provided by United Way

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United Way Celebrates Name Change

News Staff
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
United Way of Pottawatomie County announces its new name: United Way of Eastern Frontier Country (UWEFC). Since 1947, the Organization has served not only Pottawatomie County but also portions of Lincoln, Seminole, and Hughes counties. The new name reflects all the communities served.