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The ensemble cast for SLT’s “PUFFS” includes Helena Todd, Mia Jennings, Chiara Carpenter, Annika Jennings, Josh Cleveland, Garrett Wheeler, Caleb Jennings, Kennedy Largent, Luke Dyer, Marilyn Bartley, Aubrey Terry and Elizabeth Mashek. Photo provided

The ensemble cast for SLT’s “PUFFS” includes Helena Todd, Mia Jennings, Chiara Carpenter, Annika Jennings, Josh Cleveland, Garrett Wheeler, Caleb Jennings, Kennedy Largent, Luke Dyer, Marilyn Bartley, Aubrey Terry and Elizabeth Mashek. Photo provided

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Youthful Cast Brings Magical “PUFFS” To The Shawnee Little Theater Stage

News Staff
Thursday, February 2, 2023
Magic and an abundance of creative storytelling engulfs the stage at Shawnee Little Theatre this week as the fast-paced, unpredictable play “PUFFS” opens February 10 for a six-performance run at the community theatre.
Bethel Superintendent Matt Posey accepts a $6,500 check from Pottawatomie County Facilities Authority Chairman Leonard Taron, left, and Vice-Chair Tom Wilsie at West Law Firm in Shawnee. Bethel Public Schools plans to use the money for signage on their campuses, including their new Upper Elementary. Photo provided.

Bethel Superintendent Matt Posey accepts a $6,500 check from Pottawatomie County Facilities Authority Chairman Leonard Taron, left, and Vice-Chair Tom Wilsie at West Law Firm in Shawnee. Bethel Public Schools plans to use the money for signage on their campuses, including their new Upper Elementary. Photo provided.

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PCFA Presents Two Checks

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Thursday, February 2, 2023

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Applications Open For The Oklahoma Summer Arts Institute

News Staff
Thursday, February 2, 2023
High school actors, singers, writers, dancers, visual artists, filmmakers, musicians and photographers are invited to apply and audition for the Oklahoma Summer Arts Institute at Quartz Mountain (OSAI), Oklahoma’s one-of-a-kind arts education program.
Bethel graduate Michael St. Clair presents Jimmy Story with the Kay Jenks Memorial Superintendent’s Award for being an outstanding volunteer in the poultry division in 2021. File photo.

Bethel graduate Michael St. Clair presents Jimmy Story with the Kay Jenks Memorial Superintendent’s Award for being an outstanding volunteer in the poultry division in 2021. File photo.

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American FFA Degree Received By 16 Local Graduates

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, February 2, 2023
Last year, there were 16 high school graduates from Pottawatomie County who met the extensive requirements for the American FFA Degree.

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Last Week To Request Absentee Ballots

News Staff
Thursday, February 2, 2023
The deadline to request absentee ballots by mail is approaching. Applications must be received by the County Election Board no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Jan. 30, 2023.
Brody Hallmark, of Stratford 4-H, background; Addison Arnold, of Tecumseh 4-H, center; and J.W. Harris, of Paul’s Valley, show in the Class 3 Market Hog Berkshire division of the Central Area Livestock Show, held at the Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center on Jan. 26-28. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Brody Hallmark, of Stratford 4-H, background; Addison Arnold, of Tecumseh 4-H, center; and J.W. Harris, of Paul’s Valley, show in the Class 3 Market Hog Berkshire division of the Central Area Livestock Show, held at the Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center on Jan. 26-28. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

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Local Students Participate At The Central Area Livestock Show

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, February 2, 2023
Local Students Participate At The Central Area Livestock Show
Kiss the Pig

Kiss the Pig

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United Way “Kiss the Pig” Fundraiser Begins

News Staff
Thursday, February 2, 2023
United Way of Pottawatomie County is hosting its 3rd annual “Kiss the Pig” fundraiser through February 28, 2023. Area residents are asked to vote for the candidate they would like to save from kissing a pig. Each $1 donation equals one vote.
West Main Street Closed After Building Collapses

West Main Street Closed After Building Collapses

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West Main Street Closed After Building Collapses

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, February 2, 2023
The old Gibson building was being demolished last week but things went terribly wrong. The walls between the Gibson building and the business next door crumbled. The Past To Present Marketplace was posting photos to its Facebook page of new merchandise for Valentine’s Day on Jan. 23.
Members of the Concerned Oklahomans for the Highway Patrol Society attended the Shawnee Police Department 2020 Awards. Pictured from left are OHP Chief Brent Sugg, DPS Assistant Commissioner Chief Pat Mays, DPS Commissioner John Scully, COHPS President Jim Laurick, and COHPS Western Region Vice-President Dr. Joe Taron. Photo provided

Members of the Concerned Oklahomans for the Highway Patrol Society attended the Shawnee Police Department 2020 Awards. Pictured from left are OHP Chief Brent Sugg, DPS Assistant Commissioner Chief Pat Mays, DPS Commissioner John Scully, COHPS President Jim Laurick, and COHPS Western Region Vice-President Dr. Joe Taron. Photo provided

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Retired Dentist, Dr. Joe Taron, Continues To Make A Difference

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, February 2, 2023
Dr. Joe Taron has been active in his hometown of Shawnee since he was a teenager.