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An office chair remains in the rubble which was once Pott. County Book & Office Supply at 109 E. Main in Shawnee. The building had its western wall blown out during the April 19 tornadoes. Then, its roof collapsed on July 3, and after closing that block, the city demolished the 116-year-old former Kress’s building on July 21. Pott. County Book & Office Supply had been in the building since 1983, and owner Terry Webb said, at this time, he doubts they will rebuild. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

An office chair remains in the rubble which was once Pott. County Book & Office Supply at 109 E. Main in Shawnee. The building had its western wall blown out during the April 19 tornadoes. Then, its roof collapsed on July 3, and after closing that block, the city demolished the 116-year-old former Kress’s building on July 21. Pott. County Book & Office Supply had been in the building since 1983, and owner Terry Webb said, at this time, he doubts they will rebuild. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Pott. County Book and Office Supply Demolished

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
People of all ages enjoy the Shawnee Splash Water Park on July 29. Parks and Recreation Manager Kerri Foster said they have had 23,780 visitors so far, and there have been 31 lifeguards employed at the pool this season. The water park’s last day will be on Aug. 12, when they will open 1-5:30 pm, and hold their “Doggie Dip Day” from 6-7:30 pm. Foster said people bring their dogs from across the county and other counties to the annual canine swim before the pool is drained. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

People of all ages enjoy the Shawnee Splash Water Park on July 29. Parks and Recreation Manager Kerri Foster said they have had 23,780 visitors so far, and there have been 31 lifeguards employed at the pool this season. The water park’s last day will be on Aug. 12, when they will open 1-5:30 pm, and hold their “Doggie Dip Day” from 6-7:30 pm. Foster said people bring their dogs from across the county and other counties to the annual canine swim before the pool is drained. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Shawnee Splash Water Park Open Through Aug. 12

News Staff
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Casey Kellogg with Illusion Softball 2K14 addressed the Tecumseh City Councl Monday, Aug. 7, about moving the current contract with the Tecumseh Youth Sport Association to Illusion Softball 2K14. Officers with TYSA also addressed the board. No action was taken. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

Casey Kellogg with Illusion Softball 2K14 addressed the Tecumseh City Councl Monday, Aug. 7, about moving the current contract with the Tecumseh Youth Sport Association to Illusion Softball 2K14. Officers with TYSA also addressed the board. No action was taken. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

Stipends And Raises Approved For Tecumseh Employees

Suzie Campbell
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
There was a larger than-normal crowd at the Tecumseh City Council meeting held Monday, Aug. 7. Two separate agenda - discussion concerning the Tecumseh Youth Sports Association (TYSA) contract and discussion about a structure at 206 W. Tennyson, Tecumseh - items drew attendees to the meeting.
The Oklahoma Ambassadors of Music, including two band students from Bethel High School, perform in Germany in June. Photo provided.

The Oklahoma Ambassadors of Music, including two band students from Bethel High School, perform in Germany in June. Photo provided.

Two Bethel Band Students Play Across Europe

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
This summer will be one to remember for two Bethel High School band students. Bethel graduate Summer Stiles and junior Phillip Mullendore traveled and performed with the Oklahoma Ambassadors of Music in June as they visited England, France, Switzerland, Germany and Austria.
New Shawnee Superintendent Dr. Aaron Espolt stands by the Administration Building sign on July 27. Espolt said Shawnee Public Schools continue to recover from the April 19 tornadoes. They also plan to have more transparency and communication with the public this year. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

New Shawnee Superintendent Dr. Aaron Espolt stands by the Administration Building sign on July 27. Espolt said Shawnee Public Schools continue to recover from the April 19 tornadoes. They also plan to have more transparency and communication with the public this year. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

SPS Insurance Claim Estimated At $20-$30 Million

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, August 3, 2023
August 10 - the start day for Shawnee Public Schools - is fast approaching. But April 19 and the remaining tornado damage still loom large in the rearview mirror. Nevertheless, new Shawnee Superintendent Dr. Aaron Espolt said every site will be completely accessible inside their buildings.
Teens learn about forensic osteology during the last Summer Learning Event of the year at Tecumseh Public Library on Wednesday, June 26. Countywide & Sun/Valerie Scott

Teens learn about forensic osteology during the last Summer Learning Event of the year at Tecumseh Public Library on Wednesday, June 26. Countywide & Sun/Valerie Scott

Tecumseh Library Wraps Up Summer Learning Events

Valerie Scott
Thursday, August 3, 2023
On Wednesday, June 26, the Tecumseh Library hosted this year’s last Summer Learning Event. The library welcomed Liana Donsbach from the Museum of Osteology. She has been working with kids all year, teaching classes on the different ways forensics combines with osteology.

Countyline

News Staff
Thursday, August 3, 2023
Thursday 3rd EASTERN STAR — 7:30 pm, Tecumseh Masonic Lodge. SPINNING SPOOLS QUILT GUILD - 7 pm, Senior Center at 400 N. Bell. Sheri Foreman of the OKC Modern Quilt Guild, will be featured. Anyone who might be interested in learning the art of piecing or quilting quilts are welcomed.
Crystal Romanyszyn has been selected as the new President & CEO for Shawnee Forward. Photo provided

Crystal Romanyszyn has been selected as the new President & CEO for Shawnee Forward. Photo provided

Meet Shawnee Forward’s New CEO

News Staff
Thursday, August 3, 2023
Crystal Romanysyzn, IOM, currently the senior vice president at the Norman Economic Development Coalition will take the reins of Shawnee Forward as the new president & CEO effective September 5.