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John Thompson Photo provided by PCPSC

John Thompson Photo provided by PCPSC

Two Arrested, Body Found After Standoff

Suzie Campbell Suzie@countywidenews.com
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Two suspects were arrested after a 17-hour standoff west of Tecumseh on Monday afternoon.John Thompson, born Mar. 20, 1984, was charged with first-degree murder, carry or possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and obstructing an officer.Katelynn Cowett, born Jan.
Ronnelle Baker serves up "The House Divided" chili for Kerry Nanaeto, of Shawnee, during the Second Annual Worrell's Haven Chili Cook Off, held in the Shawnee High School parking lot on Oct. 4. The event had an "OU versus OSU" tailgating theme, and attendees could vote on 18 types of chili. This is one of two annual fundraisers for the women's recovery house. Next, they will have Glow-in-the-Dark Bingo in April.

Ronnelle Baker serves up "The House Divided" chili for Kerry Nanaeto, of Shawnee, during the Second Annual Worrell's Haven Chili Cook Off, held in the Shawnee High School parking lot on Oct. 4. The event had an "OU versus OSU" tailgating theme, and attendees could vote on 18 types of chili. This is one of two annual fundraisers for the women's recovery house. Next, they will have Glow-in-the-Dark Bingo in April.

Second Annual Worrel's Haven Chili Cook Off Features 18 Varieties

News Staff
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Customers create their own designs with the 3D printing machine on the Mobile Maker Lab. Photo provided

Customers create their own designs with the 3D printing machine on the Mobile Maker Lab. Photo provided

PLS invites community to read, make, explore STEAM

News Staff
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
STEAM education plays a critical role in developing problem- solving abilities, collaboration, creativity, and emotional well-being. PLS is proud to provide an array of activities to strengthen these skills and provide pathways toward careers in STEAM-related fields.
David Hibler operates one of the four fully-updated, 1/8-scale diesel locomotives at Locomotive Operators of Central Oklahoma on Oct. 5. LOCO is located on five acres, west of Shawnee Twin Lakes on Lake Drive, and is open on the first Sunday monthly, 1-4 pm. In December, the train club will once again offer their Christmas Light Train Ride on Nov. 29, Dec. 7, Dec. 14, and Dec. 19, beginning at 5:30 pm. In addition to Christmas lights on the trains and along the route, they will have Santa Claus & cocoa.

David Hibler operates one of the four fully-updated, 1/8-scale diesel locomotives at Locomotive Operators of Central Oklahoma on Oct. 5. LOCO is located on five acres, west of Shawnee Twin Lakes on Lake Drive, and is open on the first Sunday monthly, 1-4 pm. In December, the train club will once again offer their Christmas Light Train Ride on Nov. 29, Dec. 7, Dec. 14, and Dec. 19, beginning at 5:30 pm. In addition to Christmas lights on the trains and along the route, they will have Santa Claus & cocoa.

LOCO Upgrades Track, Engines

Natasha Dunagan Natasha@countywidenews.com
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Along with the rustle of leaves in the autumn trees, just west of Shawnee Twin Lakes, one can also hear the “clickety-clack” of trains running along metal rails.If so, you may be on Lake Drive, spending an afternoon at the five-acre Locomotive Operators of Central Oklahoma (LOCO) facility.
At the Dunbar Heights block party, Fiona Rene poses with her fourth grade teacher, Andrea Brown (left) and reading specialist, Wanda Hadley (right), from when she attended Will Rogers Elementary. Mrs. Brown said, 'Fiona told me back then that she was going to be an actress when she grew up!' Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

At the Dunbar Heights block party, Fiona Rene poses with her fourth grade teacher, Andrea Brown (left) and reading specialist, Wanda Hadley (right), from when she attended Will Rogers Elementary. Mrs. Brown said, 'Fiona told me back then that she was going to be an actress when she grew up!' Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

Fiona Rene's mission to have safe space

Suzie Campbell Suzie@countywidenews.com
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Creating a safe, welcoming space for all — that’s the mission behind Grandma’s House. Fiona Rene wants to create a place where people feel truly seen and heard — a place of stability and safety, much like the sanctuary her grandmother, Vonda Oldham, provided for her.
City Manager Jimmy Stokes gives his October monthly report to the Tecumseh City Council. Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

City Manager Jimmy Stokes gives his October monthly report to the Tecumseh City Council. Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

Tecumseh Approves Sewer Increase, Road Grant Funding

Cheyanna Dietz Ths Intern
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
The Oct. 6 Tecumseh City Council meeting was a short one, lasting less than 45 minutes.A discussion was had to clarify, then approve a 5% base rate increase for city sewer usage. The current rate of $22.00 will be increased to $23.10. This is for sewer only; water rates will remain the same.
Shawnee High School sophomore Khloe Tungate hands out literature on the Elevate Student Health Campaign to the Shawnee Public Schools Board of Education at their Oct. 6 meeting. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

Shawnee High School sophomore Khloe Tungate hands out literature on the Elevate Student Health Campaign to the Shawnee Public Schools Board of Education at their Oct. 6 meeting. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

SHS sophomore speaks to SPS Board about health campaign

Natasha Dunagan Natasha@countywidenews.com
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Shawnee High School sophomore Khloe Tungate gave a presentation about the Elevate Student Health Campaign to the Shawnee Public Schools Board of Education during their regular meeting on Oct. 6.