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City of Shawnee Welcomes Human Resources Director

City of Shawnee Welcomes Human Resources Director

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City of Shawnee Welcomes Human Resources Director

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Thursday, July 2, 2026
The City of Shawnee is pleased to announce the hiring of Kendall Harrison as the City’s Human Resources Director.Harrison joins the City with four years of public service experience with the State of Oklahoma, where she developed expertise in employee relations, conflict resolution, organizational...
Tecumseh School Board renews partnership with OBU

Tecumseh School Board renews partnership with OBU

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Tecumseh School Board renews partnership with OBU

Julie Talton Julie@countywidenews.com
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Tecumseh Public Schools held a short Special Meeting at the Board Office on June 29 to wrap up some end-of-the-year items.After approving the standard bookkeeping items, they also approved an agreement with Instructure to provide Canvas as a learning management system for students and teachers at...
The Pottawatomie County Veterans Educational Museum is reflected in the black granite panels of the Oklahoma Veterans Memorial Wall at the Oklahoma Veterans Memorial in Woodland Veterans Park. Shawnee Veterans Memorial Committee President Bill Ford recently reflected on the history of the memorial park and military museum, and retired Major General Douglas Dollar shared information on the National Society of the Scabbard and Blade opening their headquarters in the museum.

The Pottawatomie County Veterans Educational Museum is reflected in the black granite panels of the Oklahoma Veterans Memorial Wall at the Oklahoma Veterans Memorial in Woodland Veterans Park. Shawnee Veterans Memorial Committee President Bill Ford recently reflected on the history of the memorial park and military museum, and retired Major General Douglas Dollar shared information on the National Society of the Scabbard and Blade opening their headquarters in the museum.

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National Society of the Scabbard and Blade prepares to open HQ in veterans museum

Natasha Dunagan Natasha@countywidenews.com
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Nationally, the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) has more than 1,700 units in colleges, and there are around 3,300 Junior ROTC high school units, according to an email from Retired Major General Douglas Dollar, Executive Director for the National Society of the Scabbard & Blade (NSSB).The...
A depiction of the Battle of Bunker Hill (circa eighteenth century)

A depiction of the Battle of Bunker Hill (circa eighteenth century)

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TRIVIA

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Thursday, July 2, 2026
• On which day were the battles at Lexington and Concord fought?Answer: April 19, 1775• True or False: Bunker Hill was fought on Bunker Hill.Answer: False.
America before presidential campaigns

America before presidential campaigns

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America before presidential campaigns

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Thursday, July 2, 2026
Election Day is an annual event in the United States, and it’s one that generates particular excitement when presidential elections are held every four years.
Getting to know the Declaration of Independence

Getting to know the Declaration of Independence

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Getting to know the Declaration of Independence

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Thursday, July 2, 2026
The Declaration of Independence is a formal document that served as the signatory colonies' statement that they were now 'free and independent States.'
Donna Snodgrass

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What the 250th USA Anniversary Means to Me

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Thursday, July 2, 2026
Donna Snodgrass, Oklahoma American Legion Auxiliary 1st Vice President :“The 250th anniversary of America is more than a celebration of our nation’s history—it is a time to reflect on the sacrifices, courage, and determination of those who came before us and to honor those who continue to protect...
Freeland Wood, Pottawatomie County Sheriff

Freeland Wood, Pottawatomie County Sheriff

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What the 250th USA Anniversary Means to Me

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Thursday, July 2, 2026
Freeland Wood, Pottawatomie County Sheriff:“For 250 years, Americans have answered the call to serve their communities and their country.
Patrick Koch, VFW Commander

Patrick Koch, VFW Commander

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What the 250th USA Anniversary Means to Me

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Thursday, July 2, 2026
Patrick Koch, VFW Commander:“As America celebrates its 250 years of freedom, let’s not forget the veterans who came before us, who gave so much for this freedom we have today.This year, we also celebrate 127 years of the Veterans of Foreign Wars’ commitment to duty, honor and patriotism.The VFW and...