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Bethel PTO Takes Steps To Become A Non-Profit

News Staff
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
The June 27 Bethel School Board Meeting was a quieter one than usual, with few action items. Approval was made to release Bethel PTO as a sanctioned club, and also to release activity funds to them as they work though gaining a 501 C-3 status. This decision came after Superintendent Dr.

FREE SUMMER MEALS AVAILABLE

News Staff
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
Free grab-and-go meals will be available for children ages 18 and younger at the following Shawnee Public Schools locations beginning July 5. Shawnee Middle School Adventure Academy, 4300 N. Union July 5-7 and 11-14 Breakfast: 8:30-9 a.m. Lunch: noon-12:30 p.m.
Victor Leo Reyes, co-owner of Taco Boy Taqueria, speaks about the semi trucks that have been turning around in their parking lot during the Tecumseh City Council Meeting on July 5. Reyes was also granted a Conditional Use Permit to sell beer and wine. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Victor Leo Reyes, co-owner of Taco Boy Taqueria, speaks about the semi trucks that have been turning around in their parking lot during the Tecumseh City Council Meeting on July 5. Reyes was also granted a Conditional Use Permit to sell beer and wine. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Taco Boy Receives Conditional Use Permit, Vyve Agreement Approved

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
Those eating at Taco Boy Taqueria can now order beer and wine with their meals. During the Tecumseh City Council Meeting on July 5, a Conditional Use Permit was approved for the restaurant at 401 N. Rangeline, as recommended by the Planning Commission.
Next Halen performs during FireLake Casino’s Independence Day event on July 3. They are, from left, Johnny Johns, on drums; Darek Johns, on bass; Dan Halen, lead vocals; and Drew Sevier, on guitar. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Next Halen performs during FireLake Casino’s Independence Day event on July 3. They are, from left, Johnny Johns, on drums; Darek Johns, on bass; Dan Halen, lead vocals; and Drew Sevier, on guitar. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Caught In Action: FireLake Casino Holds Independence Day Celebration

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
Photos by Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan Next Halen performs during FireLake Casino’s Independence Day event on July 3. They are, from left, Johnny Johns, on drums; Darek Johns, on bass; Dan Halen, lead vocals; and Drew Sevier, on guitar.
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Darryl Fields Named Superintendent of COJC

News Staff
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
Darryl K. Fields, who has more than 30 years of experience working with juveniles, has been named superintendent of the Office of Juvenile Affairs’ (OJA) Central Oklahoma Juvenile Center (COJC).
Molly Wilson Named New Will Rogers Principal

Molly Wilson Named New Will Rogers Principal

Molly Wilson Named New Will Rogers Principal

News Staff
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
Molly Wilson was named as principal of Will Rogers Elementary at a recent Shawnee Board of Education meeting. Wilson will take over the position from Jackie Noble, who was named as director of elementary education for the district at the same meeting.

Tecumseh School Board Prepares For New Fiscal Year

Ryan Ackerman
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
The Tecumseh school board approved a slew of general business items to prepare for the new fiscal year, beginning July 1, at its meeting on June 27. The board approved FY’22 encumbrances, warrants and activity fundraising requests for the 2022-23 school year.
Wanette’s Independence Day fireworks show has been an event for 15 or 16 years. It is paid for entirely from community donations. This year, they raised $3,000. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Wanette’s Independence Day fireworks show has been an event for 15 or 16 years. It is paid for entirely from community donations. This year, they raised $3,000. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Wanette Continues Fireworks Tradition

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
Wanette may be a small town, but they have an impressive, non-stop fireworks show on July 4. Mayor Nathan Gregory said the fireworks are paid for entirely by donation, and the community gave $3,000 this year.