News

Paisley Sturgill of Bethel poses with one of her seven goats in her 2020-21 senior pictures. Sturgill’s SAE was in goat production in high school. Now a senior at OSU, she recently received her American FFA Degree. Photo provided.

Paisley Sturgill of Bethel poses with one of her seven goats in her 2020-21 senior pictures. Sturgill’s SAE was in goat production in high school. Now a senior at OSU, she recently received her American FFA Degree. Photo provided.

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Third Generation Bethel FFA Graduate Receives American FFA Degree

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, November 30, 2023
This year, Paisley Sturgill of Bethel is the sole recipient of the American FFA Degree from Pottawatomie County. The American FFA Degree is the “highest degree achievable in the National FFA Organization,” according to the Future Farmers of America website, www.ffa.org.
GCTC American Spirit Team Collects Items for Veterans

GCTC American Spirit Team Collects Items for Veterans

Exclusive Subscriber Content

GCTC American Spirit Team Collects Items for Veterans

News Staff
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Students from Gordon Cooper Technology Center’s SkillsUSA American Spirit Team held a supply drive to benefit the Oklahoma City VA Medical Center. The group asked Gordon Cooper Technology Center programs to donate specific items of need in conjunction with GCTC’s Veterans Day assembly on Nov. 13.
A crowd of citizens joined Sen. Shane Jett for the Town Hall Meeting to discuss issues and work towards a solution for the homeless situation in Shawnee and possibly other communities. Countywide & Sun/ Suzie Campbell

A crowd of citizens joined Sen. Shane Jett for the Town Hall Meeting to discuss issues and work towards a solution for the homeless situation in Shawnee and possibly other communities. Countywide & Sun/ Suzie Campbell

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Sen. Shane Jett Hosts Town Hall Meeting To Discuss Homeless

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, November 30, 2023
The Town Hall meeting, held by State Senator Shane Jett on Tuesday evening, brought together individuals from diverse backgrounds to discuss homelessness and work towards a united solution.
Taycie Baker stacks up boxed slices of pie for to-go meals at the 18th Annual Tecumseh Family Thanksgiving Dinner at Tecumseh City Hall Auditorium. Event organizer and Baker’s grandmother Suzanne Gilbert said they gave out 625 to-go dinners and 500 dine-in meals for a total of 1,125 this year. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Taycie Baker stacks up boxed slices of pie for to-go meals at the 18th Annual Tecumseh Family Thanksgiving Dinner at Tecumseh City Hall Auditorium. Event organizer and Baker’s grandmother Suzanne Gilbert said they gave out 625 to-go dinners and 500 dine-in meals for a total of 1,125 this year. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Tecumseh Thanksgiving Dinner Serves 1,125 Meals

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, November 30, 2023
It has been 18 years since Randy and Suzanne Gilbert started the Tecumseh Family Thanksgiving Dinner. And it is still a free option for those in need, those needing company and those who are homebound.
Bows of Love Tree To Be Ready for Adoptions, Nov. 27

Bows of Love Tree To Be Ready for Adoptions, Nov. 27

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Bows of Love Tree To Be Ready for Adoptions, Nov. 27

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
The Tecumseh Police Officers Association Annual Bows of Love Tree will be ready in the TPD lobby on Nov. 27. So far this year, there are 107 children in 39 families who need presents for Christmas, according to a post on the Tecumseh Police Department Facebook page.
Shawnee City Clerk Lisa Lasyone (left) swears in newly appointed Ward 3 Commissioner Yannah Frazier Monday, Nov. 20. Countywide & Sun/ Suzie Campbell

Shawnee City Clerk Lisa Lasyone (left) swears in newly appointed Ward 3 Commissioner Yannah Frazier Monday, Nov. 20. Countywide & Sun/ Suzie Campbell

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Santa Fe Depot Update, Ward 3 Commissioner Sworn In

Suzie Campbell
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
The Santa Fe Depot project is another step closer to being realized. During the monthly meeting of the Shawnee City Commission, Assistant City Manager Danny Vise Jr. said 19 people representing 16 businesses attended the pre-bid meeting.
Mayor Ed Bolt (left) recognizes Outsider Productions and Play It Loud for their continued work in the film industry in the Shawnee area. Pictured from left are Bolt, Adam Hampton, Jason Alexander and Kenny Pitts. The fourth member of the group, Chad Mathews was unable to attend the meeting. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

Mayor Ed Bolt (left) recognizes Outsider Productions and Play It Loud for their continued work in the film industry in the Shawnee area. Pictured from left are Bolt, Adam Hampton, Jason Alexander and Kenny Pitts. The fourth member of the group, Chad Mathews was unable to attend the meeting. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

Exclusive Subscriber Content

TPS Approves Agreement With First United Bank

Julie Talton
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
The Tecumseh Board of Education held a special meeting on Friday, November 17th.
Second Annual Shawnee PD Toy Drive To Host 200 Children

Second Annual Shawnee PD Toy Drive To Host 200 Children

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Second Annual Shawnee PD Toy Drive To Host 200 Children

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
The Shawnee Police Department (SPD) Christmas Toy Drive is back for its second year, and it is already expanding its services. SPD Corporal and Information Officer Vivian Lozano said they had 150 kids registered last year. As of Nov.
Rev. Ray Belford, the pastor of First Christian Church in Shawnee, was a Specialist 5 in the Army and a reporter for the "Pacific Stars and Stripes" newspaper during Vietnam. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Rev. Ray Belford, the pastor of First Christian Church in Shawnee, was a Specialist 5 in the Army and a reporter for the "Pacific Stars and Stripes" newspaper during Vietnam. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Shawnee Veteran Remembers Pacific Stars And Stripes In Vietnam

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Ray Belford of Shawnee has worn many hats and gone by several titles, including U.S.