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OBU President Receives Prestigious Curtis Vaughan Award

OBU President Receives Prestigious Curtis Vaughan Award

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OBU President Receives Prestigious Curtis Vaughan Award

News Staff
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Oklahoma Baptist University President Dr. Heath A. Thomas was chosen by Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary faculty and administration to receive the Curtis Vaughan Award for contribution to the study of Christian Scripture for the 20232024 academic year.
Tecumseh eighth-grade FFA members Emma Rodgers, McKenzie Benge and Madi Taron serve those attending the Tecumseh High School FFA Pig Roast on Nov. 17. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Tecumseh eighth-grade FFA members Emma Rodgers, McKenzie Benge and Madi Taron serve those attending the Tecumseh High School FFA Pig Roast on Nov. 17. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

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34th Annual THS Pig Roast Reaches Record Numbers

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
About 300 people filled the W.P. Wood/THS Alumni Center, Nov. 17, for the annual Tecumseh High School FFA Pig Roast. This is the second year for the event to return since the COVID-19 pandemic, said Agricultural Education Teacher and FFA Advisor Mara Carman.
Ron Arthur Found Guilty

Ron Arthur Found Guilty

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Ron Arthur Found Guilty

Suzie Campbell
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
It took the jury less than an hour to find former Shawnee Assistant Athletic Director Ron Arthur guilty of soliciting sexual conduct and communication with a minor using technology. The jury recommended five years and a $3,500 fine.
Tecumseh Mayor Eddy Parker conducts the City Council Meeting on Nov 13. Julie Talton/Countywide & Sun

Tecumseh Mayor Eddy Parker conducts the City Council Meeting on Nov 13. Julie Talton/Countywide & Sun

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Tecumseh Youth Sports Association Contract Renewed

Julie Talton
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
The 2024 contract for the Tecumseh Youth Sports Association was approved at the Tecumseh City Council’s latest meeting on Monday, Nov. 13. The board thanked the Youth Sports Association for the “best report” that was submitted and continued efforts to make the park look good.
Vietnam and U.S. Navy Veteran Henry Watters was in two tours of Vietnam. He credits his wife Julia and her gift of a St. Christopher necklace with keeping him safe and sane overseas. Watters has worn the necklace for more than 53 years. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Vietnam and U.S. Navy Veteran Henry Watters was in two tours of Vietnam. He credits his wife Julia and her gift of a St. Christopher necklace with keeping him safe and sane overseas. Watters has worn the necklace for more than 53 years. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

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Pottawatomie Profiles: Veteran Henry Watters

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Throughout his life, Navy Veteran Henry Watters has been in several battles. He fought for his country in two tours of Vietnam. He has gone many rounds fighting cancer for his life and that of his wife and daughter.

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Shawnee Police Officer Arrested

Suzie Campbell
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
On Nov. 10, 2023, the Shawnee Police Department released a statement that Officer Gary Moore had been arrested and booked into the Pottawatomie County Public Safety Center (PCPSC). SPD stated Moore had been terminated from his employment.
Richelle Treece donates camera, lenses, and equipment to the Bethel Public Schools Yearbook program. She wants the kids to know she has not forgotten them and hopes many will utiize the equipment. Countywide & Sun/ Suzie Campbell

Richelle Treece donates camera, lenses, and equipment to the Bethel Public Schools Yearbook program. She wants the kids to know she has not forgotten them and hopes many will utiize the equipment. Countywide & Sun/ Suzie Campbell

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Camera Equipment Donated To Bethel Yearbook Program

Suzie Campbell
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Richelle Treece has spent many years taking photos of the kids at Bethel School and kept her website free for downloads so parents could have those memories. But now her kids are grown, and she is working full time, but she doesn’t want the kids to think she has forgotten them.
Navy veterans, from left, Philip Wolke, Charles Spillers and Becket Bircher walk in the Veterans Parade at the Tecumseh High School Veterans Day Assembly on Nov. 10. There were about 30 veterans who walked in the parade and were applauded as they lined up in front of the audience. There were also pictures of around 40 veterans, who were related to students and staff, shown in a slide show throughout the event. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Navy veterans, from left, Philip Wolke, Charles Spillers and Becket Bircher walk in the Veterans Parade at the Tecumseh High School Veterans Day Assembly on Nov. 10. There were about 30 veterans who walked in the parade and were applauded as they lined up in front of the audience. There were also pictures of around 40 veterans, who were related to students and staff, shown in a slide show throughout the event. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

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Veterans Day Celebrated At Schools And Memorial Park

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Veterans Day was celebrated a day early at schools in Bethel, Tecumseh, and Shawnee, since Nov. 11 landed on a Saturday this year. The Bethel Veterans Day Program was held at the newly renovated B.E. Cantrell Fieldhouse at 9 am.
Suzanne and Randy Gilbert received the very fist Impact Award at the Tecumseh Chamber Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet held Tuesday, Nov. 14. The Gilberts are posing with 2023 Miss Frontier Days Alleigha McCullough. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

Suzanne and Randy Gilbert received the very fist Impact Award at the Tecumseh Chamber Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet held Tuesday, Nov. 14. The Gilberts are posing with 2023 Miss Frontier Days Alleigha McCullough. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

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Big Crowd At The Tecumseh Chamber Awards Banquet

Suzie Campbell
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Two new awards were announced at the annual Tecumseh Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023. Shiane Neiman received the Rising Star Award.