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Matraya Haynes, of Maud, finishes up her run in Barrel Racing on the morning of July 15 during the IFYR at the Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Matraya Haynes, of Maud, finishes up her run in Barrel Racing on the morning of July 15 during the IFYR at the Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Gilbert Declares 2022 IFYR A Success

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, July 21, 2022
The dust has settled, and the announcer’s booth is now silent at the Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center. But all last week, in the morning and evening, it was the place for all things roping and riding.
Madison Van Brunt, of Shawnee, competes in the Barrel Racing event during the IFYR on July 11 at the Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Madison Van Brunt, of Shawnee, competes in the Barrel Racing event during the IFYR on July 11 at the Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

MCKINLEE PASCHAL HOLDING TOP SPOT OF IFYR ALL-AROUND STANDINGS

News Staff
Thursday, July 14, 2022
SHAWNEE, Okla. – As the action got underway at the 30th annual International Finals Youth Rodeo (IFYR) in Shawnee, Oklahoma at the Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center, heated races for the $250,000 payout began to unfold.
Kansas City Chiefs Center Creed Humphrey speaks with the athletes attending the first day of the Summer Pride Clinic on July 11 at Jim Thorpe Stadium. Countywide & Sun/Julie Talton

Kansas City Chiefs Center Creed Humphrey speaks with the athletes attending the first day of the Summer Pride Clinic on July 11 at Jim Thorpe Stadium. Countywide & Sun/Julie Talton

Creed Humphrey Returns To Shawnee For Summer Pride Clinic

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, July 14, 2022
Kansas City Chiefs center Creed Humphrey was back in his hometown of Shawnee this week, sharing his athletic knowledge with the younger generation. Humphrey was the featured guest at the Shawnee Summer Pride Clinic, July 11-14, held at Jim Thorpe Stadium.
VFW Auxiliary member Justine Martin, right, points out the free hot dogs following the Oklahoma Veterans Memorial Committee Independence Day ceremony on July 4 at Woodland Veterans Park in Shawnee.

VFW Auxiliary member Justine Martin, right, points out the free hot dogs following the Oklahoma Veterans Memorial Committee Independence Day ceremony on July 4 at Woodland Veterans Park in Shawnee.

USS Oklahoma Remembered at Shawnee Independence Day Ceremony

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, July 7, 2022
VFW Auxiliary member Justine Martin, right, points out the free hot dogs following the Oklahoma Veterans Memorial Committee Independence Day ceremony on July 4 at Woodland Veterans Park in Shawnee.
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

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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.
Carolyn McCrary, 9, Ethan McCrary, 7, and Mason McCrary, 5, all of Chandler, get balloon crowns from the India Shriners during the Blues on Broadway event, at Tom Terry Park in Shawnee on June 18. "Salty," aka Mike Byrd, left, and "Pockets," aka Jerry Biffel work on the crowns. Hidden is "Banjo," or John Trivette. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Carolyn McCrary, 9, Ethan McCrary, 7, and Mason McCrary, 5, all of Chandler, get balloon crowns from the India Shriners during the Blues on Broadway event, at Tom Terry Park in Shawnee on June 18. "Salty," aka Mike Byrd, left, and "Pockets," aka Jerry Biffel work on the crowns. Hidden is "Banjo," or John Trivette. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

SEFF hosts annual Blues On Broadway

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, June 23, 2022
A scaled-down Blues on Broadway drew a small crowd to Tom Terry Park, in Shawnee, on June 18. Unlike last year’s wine-tasting with several winery booths and a beer garden housed under a large tent, this year saw one beer booth and one winery booth.
Several people walk in the Juneteenth Parade on Shawnee's Main Street, June 18. This was the second year that Juneteenth was a federal holiday, although it has been celebrated since 1866. This year's celebration also included a prayer service, history presentation, domino competition, storytelling, and a program that included musical performances, a fashion show, and speakers. Shawnee Forward also worked with the Dunbar Heights Community to hold a Pickleball Tournament at OBU.

Several people walk in the Juneteenth Parade on Shawnee's Main Street, June 18. This was the second year that Juneteenth was a federal holiday, although it has been celebrated since 1866. This year's celebration also included a prayer service, history presentation, domino competition, storytelling, and a program that included musical performances, a fashion show, and speakers. Shawnee Forward also worked with the Dunbar Heights Community to hold a Pickleball Tournament at OBU.

Juneteenth Celebration Includes Parade, Prayer Service

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, June 23, 2022
Photos by Countywide & Sun/ Natasha Dunagan Several people walk in the Juneteenth Parade on Shawnee’s Main Street, June 18. This was the second year that Juneteenth was a federal holiday, although it has been celebrated since 1866.