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Ward 1 City Commissioner Linda Farris contemplates a proposed truck route map during Monday night’s Tecumseh City Council Meeting. Countywide & Sun/Kendra Johnson

Ward 1 City Commissioner Linda Farris contemplates a proposed truck route map during Monday night’s Tecumseh City Council Meeting. Countywide & Sun/Kendra Johnson

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City Meeting Dominated By Truck Route Discussions, Public Hearings

Kendra Johnson
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
What roads should truckers and 18-wheelers be able to take through the city of Tecumseh? That question occupied almost a half hour (approximately 25 min.) of Monday night’s City Council Regular Meeting, from which Ward 3 Commissioner Don Bradley was absent.
The 2021-2022 Shawnee Building Teachers of the Year were recognized at the March 7 Board of Education meeting. They are, front row from left, Brandy Swinford, Shawnee Early Childhood Center; Thresa Swadley, Jefferson Elementary; Trina Waller, Sequoyah Elementary; Chandra Swisher, Will Rogers Elementary; Kayla Hutcheson, Shawnee Middle School; Dacia Jordan, Shawnee High School; and, Sara Branson, Jim Thorpe Academy. Kacie Hair, of Horace Mann Elementary, was not present. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

The 2021-2022 Shawnee Building Teachers of the Year were recognized at the March 7 Board of Education meeting. They are, front row from left, Brandy Swinford, Shawnee Early Childhood Center; Thresa Swadley, Jefferson Elementary; Trina Waller, Sequoyah Elementary; Chandra Swisher, Will Rogers Elementary; Kayla Hutcheson, Shawnee Middle School; Dacia Jordan, Shawnee High School; and, Sara Branson, Jim Thorpe Academy. Kacie Hair, of Horace Mann Elementary, was not present. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

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Shawnee Board Honors Swim Team, Teachers Of The Year

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
The Shawnee Board of Education meeting on March 7 featured two groups of special guests. First, the Shawnee High School Swim Team was honored, and two swimmers led the invocation and the pledge. Sophomore Clara Timmons gave the invocation, and junior Ethan Oller led the flag salute.

Scholarships Available

News Staff
Thursday, March 3, 2022
High school seniors who plan to pursue a career in health care are invited to apply for scholarships offered by the Volunteers at SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital – Shawnee. The Volunteers are proud to offer two scholarship opportunities, a $1000 and a $2000 scholarship.

Voter Registration Deadline Approaches

News Staff
Thursday, March 3, 2022
Friday, March 11th, is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the April 5, 2022, Board of Education General Election, Pottawatomie County Election Board Secretary, Patricia Carter said today.

SMS Student Places In State Essay Contest

News Staff
Thursday, March 3, 2022
The Mayors’ Council of Oklahoma (MCO) and the Oklahoma Municipal League (OML) are pleased to announce the 2021 winners of the annual “If I Were Mayor” essay contest. The essay contest provides an opportunity for 8th grade students from across Oklahoma to engage with their communities.
Shawnee #1 For Women Owned Businesses

Shawnee #1 For Women Owned Businesses

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Shawnee #1 For Women Owned Businesses

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, March 3, 2022
Icy roads could not stop a press conference held at South Central Industries Feb. 24 to honor Shawnee as the #1 city in Oklahoma for women owned businesses. Shawnee Forward CEO Rachael Melot brought up the subject of women-owned businesses being a goal to Governor Kevin Stitt during his Oct.
Macomb Robotics Team Wins Design Award At State

Macomb Robotics Team Wins Design Award At State

Macomb Robotics Team Wins Design Award At State

Kendra Johnson
Thursday, March 3, 2022
With just three members, Macomb’s robotics team is one of the smallest in its competitive category. The team’s work, however, is mighty. Macomb’s FIRST Tech Challenge Robotics Team 5967 won first place for the Design Award at the FIRST Oklahoma Regional Tournament, Feb.
A New Addition To Bethel’s Friday Night Lights In 2022-2023

A New Addition To Bethel’s Friday Night Lights In 2022-2023

A New Addition To Bethel’s Friday Night Lights In 2022-2023

Delaney Brown
Thursday, March 3, 2022
The roar of a crowd from a Friday night game is a token part of the high school experience. Spectators, players, and cheerleaders establish the energy for these events. This upcoming year, eager players and energetic cheerleaders won’t be the only ones on the sidelines for Bethel.