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Two Murders, Two Suspects In Custody

Suzie Campbell
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Tuesday evening, Oct. 24, suspect Frank Byers was taken into custody under a probable cause warrant for the murder of Makayla Fay Meave-Byers. On Sept. 16, Byers called 911 to report Meave-Byers missing, stating she had not returned home the night before.
Shawnee Bus Driver Tom Wondrock shows a boy where the charging port of an electric school bus is, during the First United Bank Electric Vehicle Show on Oct. 21. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Shawnee Bus Driver Tom Wondrock shows a boy where the charging port of an electric school bus is, during the First United Bank Electric Vehicle Show on Oct. 21. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

SPS Brings Two New Buses To Electric Vehicle Show

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Young and old were taking a ride on the school bus on Oct. 21, but it is likely that none of them had ever experienced a quiet, clean bus ride like that.
Bob Palmer, foreground, and Shane Cox work on a mural, Oct. 11, on the west side of the building at 421 E. Walnut in Tecumseh. The former laundromat next to Ma Beasley's Daylight Donuts is owned by Joshua and Katie Goodson, and will soon open as Affinity Corporation, a construction and design business. Katie Goodson said she wanted bright colors and Tecumseh and Oklahoma images, and she is happy with the result, which took two days to complete.

Bob Palmer, foreground, and Shane Cox work on a mural, Oct. 11, on the west side of the building at 421 E. Walnut in Tecumseh. The former laundromat next to Ma Beasley's Daylight Donuts is owned by Joshua and Katie Goodson, and will soon open as Affinity Corporation, a construction and design business. Katie Goodson said she wanted bright colors and Tecumseh and Oklahoma images, and she is happy with the result, which took two days to complete.

Tecumseh Mural Painted by Bob Palmer on Former Laundromat

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, October 19, 2023
The Keller and Baird family, relatives of Bethel coach Tara Satterfield, pose at Tel Dan, Israel earlier this month. After the Israel-Hamas War began on Oct. 7 and their flight was canceled at the Tel Aviv airport, they had to find a way out. Shown, from left, are Fred, Darline, and Jennifer Keller and Lauren (Keller) and William Baird. Photo provided.

The Keller and Baird family, relatives of Bethel coach Tara Satterfield, pose at Tel Dan, Israel earlier this month. After the Israel-Hamas War began on Oct. 7 and their flight was canceled at the Tel Aviv airport, they had to find a way out. Shown, from left, are Fred, Darline, and Jennifer Keller and Lauren (Keller) and William Baird. Photo provided.

Sister-In-Law Of Bethel Coach Escapes Israel

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, October 19, 2023
Darline Keller - the sister-in-law of Bethel coach Tara Satterfield - and her family had been planning this trip for a year.
Frances Phillips, far left, offers Kaylee Counts, 6, a variety of foods in the potluck line, as Counts' grandmother Shirley Cooks looks on, during the Brooksville 120th Year Celebration held at the Brooksville Community Center on Oct. 14. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Frances Phillips, far left, offers Kaylee Counts, 6, a variety of foods in the potluck line, as Counts' grandmother Shirley Cooks looks on, during the Brooksville 120th Year Celebration held at the Brooksville Community Center on Oct. 14. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Brooksville Community Celebrates 120 Years

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, October 19, 2023
On Sat., Oct. 14, the Brooksville Community Center was filled with current and former residents - along with stories from the past and hopes for the future. They were there to celebrate the town’s 120th birthday, and the theme was “Coming Back Together.

County Appoints Jenks To E911 Board

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, October 19, 2023
Tecumseh Schools will use educational sales tax funds to purchase a 2008 or newer 35 passenger shuttle bus with air conditioning and strength and conditioning equipment for Tecumseh High School.
Judy Snider, the wife of late Tecumseh Tennis Coach George “Mike” Snider, gets a hug from current Tennis Coach Jennifer McKnight, as Snider’s sons Greg and Blake and other family members look on. Coach Snider was memorialized with a sign that will hang on the tennis court fence during the Oct. 12 home football game.

Judy Snider, the wife of late Tecumseh Tennis Coach George “Mike” Snider, gets a hug from current Tennis Coach Jennifer McKnight, as Snider’s sons Greg and Blake and other family members look on. Coach Snider was memorialized with a sign that will hang on the tennis court fence during the Oct. 12 home football game.

THS Tennis Program Celebrates 50 Years, Memorializes Coach Snider

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, October 19, 2023
During halftime of the Tecumseh home football game, Oct. 12, it was the tennis program being honored for their 50th anniversary.
Mayor Ed Bolt presents a certificate of recognization to the family of Ann Davis who passed away in early Sept. Receiving the certificate is her son Trey surrounded by multiple family members. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

Mayor Ed Bolt presents a certificate of recognization to the family of Ann Davis who passed away in early Sept. Receiving the certificate is her son Trey surrounded by multiple family members. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

Comment Time Limits Extended During Shawnee Meeting

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, October 19, 2023
The first two items on the City of Shawnee Board of City Commissioners meeting took approximately one hour to get through Monday, Oct. 16. Seventeen citizens signed up for public comments.
Multiple awards were received by the Pottawatomie County Deputies at the Oklahoma Sheriffs Association annual Banquet. Pictured back row, from left: Sergeant Jason Seikel-Life saving award, Deputy Steve Partain-Reserve Deputy of the year, Deputy Dustin Richardson-Meritorious service award, Deputy Steven Warren-meritorious service award, Lieutenant James Caskey-Life saving award & Meritorious service award, and Deputy Justin Robbins-Life saving award.

Multiple awards were received by the Pottawatomie County Deputies at the Oklahoma Sheriffs Association annual Banquet. Pictured back row, from left: Sergeant Jason Seikel-Life saving award, Deputy Steve Partain-Reserve Deputy of the year, Deputy Dustin Richardson-Meritorious service award, Deputy Steven Warren-meritorious service award, Lieutenant James Caskey-Life saving award & Meritorious service award, and Deputy Justin Robbins-Life saving award.

Sheriff's Deputies Receive Awards

News Staff
Thursday, October 12, 2023