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The Board of County Commissioners presented the Medal of Valor Deputy Gary Knoles of the Pott County Sheriff’s Office Thursday, Dec. 12. Knoles was shot seven times when dispatched to a possible domestic violence call on Oct. 29, 2021. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

The Board of County Commissioners presented the Medal of Valor Deputy Gary Knoles of the Pott County Sheriff’s Office Thursday, Dec. 12. Knoles was shot seven times when dispatched to a possible domestic violence call on Oct. 29, 2021. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

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County Presents Valor Award To Deputy Knoles

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, December 19, 2024
Pottawatomie County Board of County Commissioners held a couple of interesting meetings over the past week.
Hazel Mack of Shawnee; Kathryn Ashmore of Bethel; Prestynn Neely of Shawnee; and Peyton Neely of Shawnee each won a trophy at the Our Diamond Miss Christmas Pageant, held at Will Rogers Elementary School on Dec. 7. In their age division, Mack won Fashion Queen; Ashmore took Most Photogenic; Prestynn Neely won Most Beautiful; and Peyton Neely got Division Supreme. Countywide & Sun/ Natasha Dunagan

Hazel Mack of Shawnee; Kathryn Ashmore of Bethel; Prestynn Neely of Shawnee; and Peyton Neely of Shawnee each won a trophy at the Our Diamond Miss Christmas Pageant, held at Will Rogers Elementary School on Dec. 7. In their age division, Mack won Fashion Queen; Ashmore took Most Photogenic; Prestynn Neely won Most Beautiful; and Peyton Neely got Division Supreme. Countywide & Sun/ Natasha Dunagan

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Locals Do Well In Christmas Pageant

News Staff
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Robert Collins, Interdepartmental Potawatomi Language Lead for the Cultural Heritage Center, develops and implements language-learning curricula for the Child Development Centers, online college courses and community classes. Photo provided by CPN

Robert Collins, Interdepartmental Potawatomi Language Lead for the Cultural Heritage Center, develops and implements language-learning curricula for the Child Development Centers, online college courses and community classes. Photo provided by CPN

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Collins Speaks On Learning The Potawatomie Language

News Staff
Thursday, December 12, 2024
By TINA BRIDENSTINE,CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION PUBLIC INFORMATION DEPARTMENT Robert Collins, Citizen Potawatomi Nat ion employee and member of the Delonais family and Thunder Clan, grew up hearing common Bodwéwadmimwen words such as bozho (hello) or migwéch (thank you).
Members of GCTC American Spirit Team Help other students register to vote. Photo provided by GCTC

Members of GCTC American Spirit Team Help other students register to vote. Photo provided by GCTC

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GCTC American Spirit Team Completes Projects

News Staff
Thursday, December 12, 2024
SHAWNEE, Okla. – Students from Gordon Cooper Technology Center’s SkillsUSA American Spirit team organized a three-part effort that included a voter registration drive and information session, recognition gifts for election day workers, and a campus-wide donation drive to benefit VA Hospital for the...

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Bethel School Board Approves Contract, Fundraisers, Fund Transfers

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Dr. Joe Taron addressed the Bethel School Board at its meeting on Monday, Dec. 9, regarding a new Ag facility for Bethel students. He said he is still conversing with alumni, current students, and Scott Nemecek (Oklahoma Career Tech State Program Administrator, State FFA Advisor).

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McLoud City Council Makes Changes To Engineering Contracts

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Project missed deadlines were the main topic of conversation at the special meeting of the McLoud City Council on Thursday, Dec. 5.Mayor Daniel Mc-Clure opened the discussion regarding projects that have been delayed due to missed deadlines from the current engineering group, Parkhill...
Millie Mullings, age one, is not happy sitting on the Grinch's lap, even with the support of her siblings, Kate Mullings, 3, and Koe Mullings, 5, at Grinchmas in Tecumseh on Dec. 5. Free pictures with the Grinch were offered by the Tecumseh Public Library in the City of Tecumseh Chambers, while Selfies with Santa were available on the auditorium stage. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Millie Mullings, age one, is not happy sitting on the Grinch's lap, even with the support of her siblings, Kate Mullings, 3, and Koe Mullings, 5, at Grinchmas in Tecumseh on Dec. 5. Free pictures with the Grinch were offered by the Tecumseh Public Library in the City of Tecumseh Chambers, while Selfies with Santa were available on the auditorium stage. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

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More Than 1,500 Attend Grinchmas Parade And Whoville

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, December 12, 2024
After skipping the parade and marching band contest last year due to severe weather, the Third Annual Grinchmas event returned with a parade and marching band contest - sort of.The Tecumseh Savage Pride Band performed in the parade but did not compete, and the only actual entry was Frederick...
Deadline for Bows of Love Tree Donations is Dec. 17

Deadline for Bows of Love Tree Donations is Dec. 17

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Deadline for Bows of Love Tree Donations is Dec. 17

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, December 12, 2024
The Tecumseh Police Officers Association Bows of Love Tree continues to grow every Christmas.According to the Countywide & Sun article last year, it had 107 children and 39 families in need of presents.
Justin Wood, the Tecumseh Public Schools Director of Community Engagement, poses with his father, Freeland Wood, who is the Pottawatomie County Sheriff Elect. F. Wood was a police officer for the City of Shawnee, Shawnee High School and North Rock Creek for 36 and a half years before winning the Sheriff’s election this year. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Justin Wood, the Tecumseh Public Schools Director of Community Engagement, poses with his father, Freeland Wood, who is the Pottawatomie County Sheriff Elect. F. Wood was a police officer for the City of Shawnee, Shawnee High School and North Rock Creek for 36 and a half years before winning the Sheriff’s election this year. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

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Wood Hopes To Continue Making A Difference As The New Sheriff

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, December 12, 2024
On Jan. 6, 2025, there will be a new sheriff in Pottawatomie County.But Freeland Wood is no stranger - especially not to Shawnee.
Victor Cope, dressed as Santa Claus this month, made his continuing plea the board to remove the “Savage” name. This month, he read about a dark chapter at Christmastime. Countywide & Sun/Julie Talton

Victor Cope, dressed as Santa Claus this month, made his continuing plea the board to remove the “Savage” name. This month, he read about a dark chapter at Christmastime. Countywide & Sun/Julie Talton

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Third Meal Available Soon At TPS

Julie Talton
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Superintendent Kinsey took a proposal before the board to approve a memorandum of understanding with Feed the Kids, Inc., to provide a third-meal option for all students in Tecumseh Public Schools.