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County Splits Votes On $34K Architect Fee, Motion Passes

County Splits Votes On $34K Architect Fee, Motion Passes

County Splits Votes On $34K Architect Fee, Motion Passes

Suzie Campbell
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Pottawatomie County Emergency Management (PCEM) requested $34,000 for architect fees for a new building to house the office and equipment at the Pottawatomie County Commissioners meeting held Monday, Dec. 11. Dist.
Ralph “Rowdy” Butler participates in the Roll to Wreaths Riders 4 Vets Memorial Day ride this past May. Butler has driven a truck for Wreaths Across America for 10 years now and began the Roll to Wreaths Riders 4 Vets organization to raise money for it. There will be a ceremony for National Wreaths Across America Day at the W.P. Wood/THS Alumni Center on Dec. 16 at 11 am. File photo.

Ralph “Rowdy” Butler participates in the Roll to Wreaths Riders 4 Vets Memorial Day ride this past May. Butler has driven a truck for Wreaths Across America for 10 years now and began the Roll to Wreaths Riders 4 Vets organization to raise money for it. There will be a ceremony for National Wreaths Across America Day at the W.P. Wood/THS Alumni Center on Dec. 16 at 11 am. File photo.

A Look Back: 10 Years Of Driving For Wreaths Across America, Event Set For Dec. 16

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, December 7, 2023
For Freymiller truck driver Ralph “Rowdy” Butler, Christmas is a time for transporting wreaths and honoring veterans. And it has been that way for 10 years now. A decade ago, Butler began volunteering his time to drive for Wreaths Across America. “It’s been very rewarding.
Join Us For Rose Rock’s Gingerbread Village at OBU, Dec. 9

Join Us For Rose Rock’s Gingerbread Village at OBU, Dec. 9

Join Us For Rose Rock’s Gingerbread Village at OBU, Dec. 9

News Staff
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Santa, hot cocoa and cookie decorating, plus holiday sounds provided by students of the Oklahoma Baptist University Division of Music await visitors of the kick-off for the inaugural Rose Rock Habitat for Humanity Gingerbread Village set for 6 p.m., Dec. 9 on the oval of the OBU campus.
Santa & Mrs. Claus Bring Their Workshop To Downtown Shawnee

Santa & Mrs. Claus Bring Their Workshop To Downtown Shawnee

Santa & Mrs. Claus Bring Their Workshop To Downtown Shawnee

News Staff
Thursday, December 7, 2023
On December 9, 2023, Santa & Mrs Claus will be at Gentry’s Hair Studio, 410 E Main St, in downtown Shawnee, OK. They have brought part of their workshop to create an interactive experience for the entire family. They are excited to show you the tools Santa & the Elves use to build toys and Mrs.
Princetyn Mack, 5, of Shawnee, gets a hug from the Grinch at the Grinchmas Whoville event, held in the Tecumseh City Hall Auditorium on Nov. 30. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Princetyn Mack, 5, of Shawnee, gets a hug from the Grinch at the Grinchmas Whoville event, held in the Tecumseh City Hall Auditorium on Nov. 30. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Whoville Serves Up 600 Cups of Cocoa, 320 Grinch Pictures

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, December 7, 2023
In its second year, the Grinchmas celebration in Tecumseh looked a little different this year. Due to possible thunderstorms on Thurs., Nov. 30, the parade and marching band contest were canceled. The Cocoa Corner, planned by Tecumseh Pentecostal Church of God, was postponed until Dec.

County Approves $54K Remodel for Sheriff’s

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, December 7, 2023
The Pottawatomie County Board of County Commissioners approved a quote from Eagle Vision Construction for $54,250 to remodel the Sheriff’s Office located at 14101 Acme Road. The board also received a bid from First Onsite for $42,120.
Santa holds GwendoLynn Newhoff, one month, and KaMaya Napier, 3, both of Shawnee, during the Grinchmas Whoville event, held in the Tecumseh City Hall Auditorium on Nov. 30. Both “Selfies with Santa” and the Grinch photos were sponsored by the Tecumseh Pioneer Library. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Santa holds GwendoLynn Newhoff, one month, and KaMaya Napier, 3, both of Shawnee, during the Grinchmas Whoville event, held in the Tecumseh City Hall Auditorium on Nov. 30. Both “Selfies with Santa” and the Grinch photos were sponsored by the Tecumseh Pioneer Library. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Pioneer Library System To Be Featured On Viewpoint, The Educational Program Hosted By Dennis Quaid

News Staff
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Viewpoint, the acclaimed educational program hosted by Dennis Quaid, announced a collaboration with Oklahoma’s Pioneer Library System.
A bugler from OBU and the VFW Post 1317 Honor Guard pose at the Brown Cemetery Veterans Memorial during a dedication ceremony on Nov. 11. The memorial includes a wall, 32-foot flag pole with the five military brances plaque, bench and “Freedom Isn’t Free” metal sign. It was spearheaded by Karen Hilditch and her brother Bobby Cearley who are now planning to place 122 wreaths on veterans graves at the cemetery, six miles west of Tecumseh. Photo provided.

A bugler from OBU and the VFW Post 1317 Honor Guard pose at the Brown Cemetery Veterans Memorial during a dedication ceremony on Nov. 11. The memorial includes a wall, 32-foot flag pole with the five military brances plaque, bench and “Freedom Isn’t Free” metal sign. It was spearheaded by Karen Hilditch and her brother Bobby Cearley who are now planning to place 122 wreaths on veterans graves at the cemetery, six miles west of Tecumseh. Photo provided.

Tecumseh Woman Honors Veterans

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Karen Hilditch of Tecumseh is determined to honor veterans like her late father, Robert “Bob” Cearley, and late husband, Chris Hilditch.

Candidates File For School Board Seats

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Asher, Bethel, Shawnee, and Wanette Schools will hold elections for school board positions in April 2024. Jacob Cole and Teri Hamilton-Tulane filed for Office No. 4 in Asher. Incumbent Susan Watson and Traci Kirkwood filed for Office No. 4 in Bethel. For Office No.

Dale Board Approves Contract, Bond Resolution

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, December 7, 2023
In the Dale School Board meeting held Monday, Dec. 4, the board entered an executive session to discuss Superintendent Will Jones’ evaluation and contract. Following the closed-door session, the board unanimously voted to approve the superintendent’s contract as presented.