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Children ride in a Tecumseh Fire Engine during the Frontier Days Parade on Sept. 30, 2023. File photo

Children ride in a Tecumseh Fire Engine during the Frontier Days Parade on Sept. 30, 2023. File photo

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Frontier Days Adds Cowboy Poetry To The Fun

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, September 5, 2024
The last week of September is fast approaching, and with it comes Tecumseh’s Frontier Days festival. This year, the theme is “Who We Are.”On the website, www.tecumsehchamber. com, it states, “Our theme, ‘Who We Are,’ celebrates the people and businesses that make Tecumseh unique.
Rose Rock Habitat for Humanity Community Engagement Coordinator April Grant hands a bowl of chili to State Representative Danny Sterling, who was a judge during the Second Annual United Way Kickoff Cookoff, held at the Gordon Cooper Technology Center Safety Center on Aug. 27. There were 21 entries from nonprofits, businesses and churches in the event, said United Way of Eastern Frontier Country Executive Director Sandy Vanderburg. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Rose Rock Habitat for Humanity Community Engagement Coordinator April Grant hands a bowl of chili to State Representative Danny Sterling, who was a judge during the Second Annual United Way Kickoff Cookoff, held at the Gordon Cooper Technology Center Safety Center on Aug. 27. There were 21 entries from nonprofits, businesses and churches in the event, said United Way of Eastern Frontier Country Executive Director Sandy Vanderburg. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

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United Way Kickoff Cookoff Has 21 Entries, Hosts 200 Guests

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, August 29, 2024
For the second year, the United Way Eastern Frontier Country (formerly “of Pottawatomie County”) (UWEFC) has mixed their fund-raiser kickoff, a dash of competition, and a generous helping of lunch.Served from the Gordon Cooper Technology Center's Safety Center, the Kickoff Cookoff brought together...
Board Members & Staff from Community Market and Avedis Foundation are pictured together with Jill Spencer, Board Chair Avedis Foundation, Daniel Matthews, Executive Director CMPC, and Dr. Kathy Laster, President & CEO Avedis Foundation. Photo Provided.

Board Members & Staff from Community Market and Avedis Foundation are pictured together with Jill Spencer, Board Chair Avedis Foundation, Daniel Matthews, Executive Director CMPC, and Dr. Kathy Laster, President & CEO Avedis Foundation. Photo Provided.

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Avedis Announces Grant To Community Market

News Staff
Thursday, August 29, 2024
On Aug. 20, the Avedis Foundation proudly announced a $167,525.00 grant to Community Market of Pottawatomie County.With the support of this grant from the Avedis Foundation, CMPC will continue to operate all seven programs that are not only feeding their guests but equipping them to be successful...
The 2024 Blackberry Festival Royalty attended the McLoud City Council meeting on Thursday, Aug. 22. Pictured from left are Blackberry Queen Addison Adams, Blackberry Princess Haylee Kimsey, and Blackberry Junior Princess Riley Sherman. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

The 2024 Blackberry Festival Royalty attended the McLoud City Council meeting on Thursday, Aug. 22. Pictured from left are Blackberry Queen Addison Adams, Blackberry Princess Haylee Kimsey, and Blackberry Junior Princess Riley Sherman. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

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McLoud Chamber Director Delivers Letter To City Council

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, August 29, 2024
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Sara Rose and Alan Geiger turn T-shirts into tie-dyed paintings for two children at the Vision Bank booth during the Sixth Annual Cops n’ Kids. The event attracted approximately 3,000 people. Countywide & Sun/ Natasha Dunagan

Sara Rose and Alan Geiger turn T-shirts into tie-dyed paintings for two children at the Vision Bank booth during the Sixth Annual Cops n’ Kids. The event attracted approximately 3,000 people. Countywide & Sun/ Natasha Dunagan

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About 3,000 Attend Cops n’ Kids, Tie Dye New This Year

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, August 29, 2024
There was something for everyone during the Sixth Annual Cops n’ Kids, held at the Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center, Sat., Aug. 24, and approximately 3,000 people attended.Corporal Vivien Lozano-Stafford, the Public Information Officer for the Shawnee Police Department, said there were about 50...
A Bethel team competes in the Farmhand Olympics in 2023. File photo.

A Bethel team competes in the Farmhand Olympics in 2023. File photo.

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Mark Your Calendar: Fair Excitement Begins September 4

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, August 29, 2024
Hey, fair-goers. The big county event is almost here, and it’s set to showcase the best our community has to offer.With a mix of classic favorites and a few new things, there’s something for everyone.
Maranda Tillman reads a prepared statement detailing concerns about the proposed Homeless Center to the Pottawatomie Board of County Commissioners, Tuesday, Aug. 27. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

Maranda Tillman reads a prepared statement detailing concerns about the proposed Homeless Center to the Pottawatomie Board of County Commissioners, Tuesday, Aug. 27. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

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Residents Voice Concerns Over Proposed Homeless Center

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, August 29, 2024
On Aug. 13, an announcement was shared on Facebook regarding a homeless facility near McLoud.
The Shawnee Board of Education met for a special meeting on Aug. 28 to discuss the OSDE investigation into Superintendent Dr. Aaron Espolt’s certification and how to proceed. Espolt is on paid administrative leave, and Assistant Superintendent Dr. Teresa Wilkerson is the interim superintendent. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

The Shawnee Board of Education met for a special meeting on Aug. 28 to discuss the OSDE investigation into Superintendent Dr. Aaron Espolt’s certification and how to proceed. Espolt is on paid administrative leave, and Assistant Superintendent Dr. Teresa Wilkerson is the interim superintendent. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

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Espolt On Leave During OSDE Investigation

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, August 29, 2024
The Shawnee Board of Education met for a special session meeting on Aug. 28 to discuss how to proceed, while still uncertain as to why their superintendent is under scrutiny.In a letter to the public posted on the school website on Aug. 26, Board President Clif Harden explained that Superintendent...
Eric Stephens

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Stephens, Madson, Rush Win Election

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, August 29, 2024
The votes are in, and Eric Stephens won the mayoral race with 2,323 votes (61.31 percent) and 1,466 votes (38.69 percent) for incumbent Ed Bolt.Stephens said, “ It is the honor of my life to be elected Shawnee’s next mayor. So many citizens of this great community embraced my campaign early on.
Shawnee City Manager and SCCDA Trustee Andrea Weckmueller-Behringer speaks to the reason why the board should approve the action item to begin the process of disolving the SCCDA. Trustee Rob Morris still has unanswered questions before he is ready to make a decision. The item is tabled until the September meeting. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

Shawnee City Manager and SCCDA Trustee Andrea Weckmueller-Behringer speaks to the reason why the board should approve the action item to begin the process of disolving the SCCDA. Trustee Rob Morris still has unanswered questions before he is ready to make a decision. The item is tabled until the September meeting. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

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SCCDA Receives Good Feedback From The 2024 IFYR

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, August 22, 2024
The International Finals Youth Rodeo was well attended, very competitive, and had good contestants; overall, it was a great event.IFYR Manager Dale Yearigan delivered a lot of positives about the recent rodeo to the Shawnee Civic and Cultural Development Authority on Thursday, Aug. 15.