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Tecumseh Chamber of Commerce Past Board President Luke Fugate (left) oversees a game of “Price is Right” during the Tecumseh Chamber of Commerce’s 21st Annual Auction. Countywide & Sun/Kendra Johnson

Tecumseh Chamber of Commerce Past Board President Luke Fugate (left) oversees a game of “Price is Right” during the Tecumseh Chamber of Commerce’s 21st Annual Auction. Countywide & Sun/Kendra Johnson

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Tecumseh’s Chamber Auction Raises $28,212

Kendra Johnson
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
“The Price Is Right” had nothing on the Tecumseh Chamber of Commerce’s fundraising live version.
Nicole Sanchez and Renah Coffman have a hug after sharing their stories of loss, as Korie Perez looks on, during the Blue Zones Project Women’s Purpose Empowerment Brunch at Healthy Hive Nutrition in Shawnee on Feb. 12. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Nicole Sanchez and Renah Coffman have a hug after sharing their stories of loss, as Korie Perez looks on, during the Blue Zones Project Women’s Purpose Empowerment Brunch at Healthy Hive Nutrition in Shawnee on Feb. 12. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

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BlueZones Holds Women’s Purpose Empowerment Brunch

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
Blue Zones Project Pottawatomie County held their first in-person purpose workshop for the year on Feb. 12 at Healthy Hive Nutrition in downtown Shawnee. The organization hosted two virtual workshops before, including one entitled Renew You 2022.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowl For Kids Sake

News Staff
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oklahoma in Shawnee is excited to announce the return of our signature fundraising event: Bowl For Kids’ Sake. This event will be held at Fire-Lake Bowling Center in Shawnee on Friday, April 29.

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Emergency Warming Shelters Manned By Many Volunteers

News Staff
Thursday, February 10, 2022
With warmer temperatures and sunshine, the City of Shawnee has closed its emergency warming shelter for the homeless. The emergency shelter was housed in the gym of the C3 Cross Connection Church, located at 329 N Pesotum Avenue.
Avedis Welcomes Wes Moore

Avedis Welcomes Wes Moore

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Avedis Welcomes Wes Moore

News Staff
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Foundation’s Speaker Series to present NY Times best-selling author and former CEO of the Robin Hood Foundation Avedis Foundation will welcome New York Times best-selling author Wes Moore on Wednesday, Feb. 23 as part of the Foundation’s 2022 Speaker Series.
SSM Health Welcomes Theodore Ruff, MD

SSM Health Welcomes Theodore Ruff, MD

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SSM Health Welcomes Theodore Ruff, MD

News Staff
Thursday, February 10, 2022
SSM Health Medical Group is pleased to welcome Theodore Ruff, M.D, as he expands his practice. Ruff specializes in general surgery, caring for patients at both SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital – Shawnee and SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital – Midwest. Ruff has been with SSM Health St.
OBU To Host ‘andPlay’ Violin and Viola Duo In Concert Feb. 15

OBU To Host ‘andPlay’ Violin and Viola Duo In Concert Feb. 15

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OBU To Host ‘andPlay’ Violin and Viola Duo In Concert Feb. 15

News Staff
Thursday, February 10, 2022
The OBU Division of Music will present the violin/viola duo “andPlay” in concert Feb. 15. The performance will take place at 7:30 p.m. in Raley Chapel’s Yarborough Auditorium. The public is invited to the free event.
SNOW DAYS

SNOW DAYS

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SNOW DAYS

News Staff
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Readers submitted snow photos from around the county. Whether taking senior photos, getting the garage door installed just before the storm, working to clear the roads or just having some fun, the snow has now melted and its back to warmer weather.

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Proposed Charter Approved By Bethel Acres Voters

Kendra Johnson
Thursday, February 10, 2022
More than half a century after Bethel Acres first became a town Bethel Acres citizens have voted to approve a charter. The town split from Shawnee in 1962, according to the City of Shawnee website, and while a charter was created for Bethel Acres, it was never formally put in place.