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The Annual DHS Foster Christmas Party

The Annual DHS Foster Christmas Party

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The Annual DHS Foster Christmas Party

News Staff
Thursday, January 4, 2024
A good time was had by all at the annual DHS Foster Christmas party. Ronnye Sharp said, “Thanks to the donations of many people in this area, we gave out the most blankets ever.” Pictured above (from left) with a few of the donated blankets are Larry Irby, Sharon Stewart and Ronnye Sharp.
Annun- ciation by Francesco de Mura.

Annun- ciation by Francesco de Mura.

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Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art Opens Angel Exhibit

News Staff
Thursday, January 4, 2024
Shawnee, OK— The Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art has opened the exhibit, Angels Among Us, which includes works of art from the Renaissance to contemporary featuring various types of angels. Delaynna Trim, Curator of Collections, will be giving a Gallery Talk on Friday, Jan. 26, at 7 pm.
The historic totem pole from Woodland Veterans Park in Shawnee has been restored by students and faculty at Gordon Cooper Technology Center and returned to the park.

The historic totem pole from Woodland Veterans Park in Shawnee has been restored by students and faculty at Gordon Cooper Technology Center and returned to the park.

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Totem Pole Comes Back To Woodland Veterans Park

News Staff
Thursday, January 4, 2024
Shawnee, Oklahoma, December 29, 2023 – The City of Shawnee is delighted to share that the totem pole is back in Woodland Veterans Park!

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Privately Owned Fairview Mausoleum Closed, Solutions Sought

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, January 4, 2024
The City of Shawnee voted Monday, Dec. 18, to approve the authorization to file legal proceedings, pursuant to title 50, section 17 of the Oklahoma statutes in district court in Pottawatomie, Oklahoma, for the purpose of abating a nuisance, the Fairview Mausoleum.
Training Ship Oklahoma Commanding Officer Alex Murray presents his daughter Petty Officer Diana Murray with the Leaguer of the Year Award during the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Awards, held at the Tecumseh American Legion Post #260 on Sunday, Dec. 17. Photo provided by Donna Snodgrass.

Training Ship Oklahoma Commanding Officer Alex Murray presents his daughter Petty Officer Diana Murray with the Leaguer of the Year Award during the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Awards, held at the Tecumseh American Legion Post #260 on Sunday, Dec. 17. Photo provided by Donna Snodgrass.

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Annual Sea Cadet Awards

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Thursday, January 4, 2024
Kathy Laster, Ph.D., MBA President & CEO Avedis Foundation (pictured right) hands the grant check to Michael Bateman, CEO Jeremiah House, Inc. (center). Tracy Meeuwsen, Program Director Avedis Foundation joins in the celebration. The organization will now be able to purchase the property it has been leasing and grow the program helping men facing addictions and mental health issues. Photo provided

Kathy Laster, Ph.D., MBA President & CEO Avedis Foundation (pictured right) hands the grant check to Michael Bateman, CEO Jeremiah House, Inc. (center). Tracy Meeuwsen, Program Director Avedis Foundation joins in the celebration. The organization will now be able to purchase the property it has been leasing and grow the program helping men facing addictions and mental health issues. Photo provided

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Jeremiah House Receives Grant From Avedis Foundation

News Staff
Thursday, January 4, 2024
Avedis Foundation recently presented Jeremiah House with a grant for $24,500 to help with the purchase of property the organization is currently leasing.

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McLoud is Moving Forward on Road and Sidewalk Projects

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, January 4, 2024
Streets, sidewalks, water towers, bonds, and special projects were all topics of discussion during the Dec. 28, 2023 meeting of the McLoud City Council. The board received the Geotechnical results and paving recommendations for the 8th Street project.
Daria Thomas expresses concerns over tree limbs in neighbors yard during public comments at the Tecumseh City Council meeting on Jan. 2, 2024. Countywide & Sun/Julie Talton

Daria Thomas expresses concerns over tree limbs in neighbors yard during public comments at the Tecumseh City Council meeting on Jan. 2, 2024. Countywide & Sun/Julie Talton

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Tecumseh Awaits FEMA Approval To Repair Storm Damage

Julie Talton
Thursday, January 4, 2024
The Tecumseh City Council met on Tuesday, Jan. 2, to discuss several issues impacting the community. The first topic of discussion was traffic flow concerns near the intersection of Broadway and Bob Crouch Drive.