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Doctor of Philosophy Awarded Posthumously To Walter O. Mason

Doctor of Philosophy Awarded Posthumously To Walter O. Mason

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Doctor of Philosophy Awarded Posthumously To Walter O. Mason

News Staff
Thursday, June 13, 2024
An investiture was conducted to posthumously award Walter O. Mason, Jr., with an Oklahoma Baptist University Honorary Doctor of Philosophy degree on May 18 during the OBU Spring Commencement. Hattie Powell, the 100-year-old sister of Mason received the honorary doctorate from OBU President Dr.

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Annual Paperwork, Agreements Fill Bethel School Board Agenda

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Although the 42 items on the Bethel School Board agenda for Monday, June 10, appeared daunting, it was actually a fairly easy meeting.The agenda included multiple renewals for services, and others dealt with personnel hires, duties, resignations, etc.
The Rt. Rev. Lawrence Stasyszen, O.S.B., Abbot of St. Gregory’s Abbey, left, and Oklahoma Baptist University President Dr. Heath Thomas announced a property exchange to transfer the 74-acre OBU Green Campus, formerly St. Gregory’s University, to the Abbey in exchange for two parcels of land for future develop-

The Rt. Rev. Lawrence Stasyszen, O.S.B., Abbot of St. Gregory’s Abbey, left, and Oklahoma Baptist University President Dr. Heath Thomas announced a property exchange to transfer the 74-acre OBU Green Campus, formerly St. Gregory’s University, to the Abbey in exchange for two parcels of land for future develop-

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OBU and St. Gregory’s Abbey Announce Land Exchange Deal

News Staff
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Oklahoma Baptist University and St. Gregory’s Abbey announced a property exchange agreement during an event on Friday, June 7, at the Abbey in Shawnee. In exchange for the transfer of the 74-acre OBU Green Campus, formerly St.
Cold Feet by James Ralph Grady

Cold Feet by James Ralph Grady

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MGMoA Offers Free Admission Through End Of August

News Staff
Thursday, June 13, 2024
The Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art is offering free admission through the end of August, thanks to the generous donations of the Avedis Foundation, Banc-First, Mission Monks, and St. Gregory’s Abbey.
Julie Talton, Suzie Campbell and Natasha Dunagan step on the other side of the camera to celebrate their wins at the OPA Convention on June 8.

Julie Talton, Suzie Campbell and Natasha Dunagan step on the other side of the camera to celebrate their wins at the OPA Convention on June 8.

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Countywide & Sun Receives Four First-Place Awards In The Better Newspaper Contest At The OPA Convention

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, June 13, 2024
The whole office staff of the Countywide & Sun - Owner & Publisher Suzie Campbell, Journalist Natasha Dunagan, and Office Manager & Journalist Julie Talton - attended the Oklahoma Press Association Annual Convention this weekend and raked in several awards.

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Seminole State Releases Names Of Spring Honor Roll Students

News Staff
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Seminole State College has released the names of honor roll students for the 2024 spring semester. Three separate honor rolls recognize students for their academic achievements.The President’s Honor Roll is comprised of students who maintain a perfect 4.
Craig MacIntyre, Robert Kinsey and Linda Capps pose at the Tecumseh School Board Meeting where spOKeLAHOMA’s Oklahoma Gravel Growler event hosted a fundraiser and Citizen Potawatomi Nation wrote a check for $2,423 to TPS. Countywide & Sun/Julie Talton

Craig MacIntyre, Robert Kinsey and Linda Capps pose at the Tecumseh School Board Meeting where spOKeLAHOMA’s Oklahoma Gravel Growler event hosted a fundraiser and Citizen Potawatomi Nation wrote a check for $2,423 to TPS. Countywide & Sun/Julie Talton

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There’s Still An Open Seat At The Tecumseh School Board

Julie Talton
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Prior to the start of the June Tecumseh School Board meeting, Craig MacIntyre (owner of spOKeLAHOMA) explained that Linda Capps with Citizen Potawatomi Nation was issuing a check in the amount of $2,423 from his Oklahoma Gravel Growler Event to the school system.
Anita Arnold, originally of Tecumseh, will be inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in November. Photo provided.

Anita Arnold, originally of Tecumseh, will be inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in November. Photo provided.

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Tecumseh & Earlsboro Native To Be Inducted Into OK Hall of Fame

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Anita (Golden) Arnold has led a life of curiosity, determination and integrity. Plus, she has seen beyond herself and tried to improve the lives of others.
Shawnee Mayor Ed Bolt gets applause as he proclaims May 28-June 1 to be Health Week 2024 at the Shawnee Splash Water Park on May 25. Shown, from left, are Addison Williams, Austin Yates, Bolt, Kerri Foster, Amy Riggins, and Audrey Seeliger. The pool opened to the public for their 10th season on May 24, and Foster said they have several events planned. Visit the City of Shawnee website, or follow Shawnee Parks and Recreation or Shawnee Splash on Facebook and Instagram for more information.

Shawnee Mayor Ed Bolt gets applause as he proclaims May 28-June 1 to be Health Week 2024 at the Shawnee Splash Water Park on May 25. Shown, from left, are Addison Williams, Austin Yates, Bolt, Kerri Foster, Amy Riggins, and Audrey Seeliger. The pool opened to the public for their 10th season on May 24, and Foster said they have several events planned. Visit the City of Shawnee website, or follow Shawnee Parks and Recreation or Shawnee Splash on Facebook and Instagram for more information.

Health Week Activities in Shawnee

News Staff
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Amber Crawley and Emily Stinnett address the board on behalf of Honor Academy in hopes of gaining the use of Slick Humphrey Park for a fundraising event on Sept. 14, 2024 for their new school slated to open in January. Countywide & Sun/Julie Talton

Amber Crawley and Emily Stinnett address the board on behalf of Honor Academy in hopes of gaining the use of Slick Humphrey Park for a fundraising event on Sept. 14, 2024 for their new school slated to open in January. Countywide & Sun/Julie Talton

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Tecumseh City Employees’ Retirement System Changed

Julie Talton
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
There was a lot of talk about amending the city employees’ retirement system at the June 3 Tecumseh City Council meeting. After a lengthy discussion and nine agenda items combed through, the council approved all changes.