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Shawnee YMCA CEO Mike Jobe is looking forward to reopening on April 8, after almost a year since the 2023 tornado hit their building. Most of the building has been renovated, except for the pool, which will open in summer. On Sat., April 6, from 9 am to 1 pm, they will also have party to celebrate with a ribbon cutting, tours, hotdogs and inflatables. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Shawnee YMCA CEO Mike Jobe is looking forward to reopening on April 8, after almost a year since the 2023 tornado hit their building. Most of the building has been renovated, except for the pool, which will open in summer. On Sat., April 6, from 9 am to 1 pm, they will also have party to celebrate with a ribbon cutting, tours, hotdogs and inflatables. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

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Shawnee YMCA To Host Grand Reopening April 6

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
On April 6, from 9 am to 1 pm, the Shawnee YMCA invites the community to their “Coming Home” Grand Reopening party.They will have tours of the Troy and Dollie Smith Family YMCA renovations, a ribbon cutting, a DJ and Dance Fit Classes, inflatables, game zones, organization booths, free hot dogs,...
The PCJLS 2024 Scholarship award winners are pictured from left: Conner Thompson, Berklee Gossen, Maci Flowers, and Cooper Kline. The March 28 edition will have all the results as well as many more photos. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

The PCJLS 2024 Scholarship award winners are pictured from left: Conner Thompson, Berklee Gossen, Maci Flowers, and Cooper Kline. The March 28 edition will have all the results as well as many more photos. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

Four Students Receive PCJLS Scholarships

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
Blanchard Public Library staff view the August 2017 eclipse. Photo provided by Pioneer Library System

Blanchard Public Library staff view the August 2017 eclipse. Photo provided by Pioneer Library System

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Pioneer Library System Celebrates April 8 Solar Eclipse

News Staff
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Celebrations for the upcoming solar eclipse are underway at the Pioneer Library System, with events happening throughout its service area now through April 8, the day of the eclipse.“Folks who register and attend these eclipse-focused programs will be able to receive a free pair of certified solar...
OBU Reduces Summer Tuition Rates By More Than 50-Percent

OBU Reduces Summer Tuition Rates By More Than 50-Percent

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OBU Reduces Summer Tuition Rates By More Than 50-Percent

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
The cost of classes for Oklahoma Baptist University’s 2024 summer term will decrease to less than half the regular tuition rate.A broad range of summer courses will be offered at a rate of $350 per credit hour to assist students in affordably earning credits they need between the spring and fall...
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Native Language Event To Be Held At Seminole State College

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
Seminole State College will host “Native American Language in the Workplace: A Roundtable Discussion” on March 26 from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in the Jeff Johnston Fine Arts Auditorium. The event is sponsored by SSC’s Native American Serving Non-Tribal Institutions (NASNTI) federal grant program.
Early Voting Begins Mar. 28

Early Voting Begins Mar. 28

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Early Voting Begins Mar. 28

News Staff
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Voters who cannot make it to the polls on Election Day can vote early beginning Thursday, Mar. 28, 2024, at the Pottawatomie County Election Board.Asher, Bethel, Shawnee, and Wanette Schools will hold elections for school board positions.
Following the Seminole State College Board of Regents Meeting on Feb. 15, regents and college employees toured the wellness center to see the progress on its construction. Pictured (left to right): Vice President for Student Affairs Dr. Bill Knowles, Regent Robyn Ready and Regent Curtis Morgan.

Following the Seminole State College Board of Regents Meeting on Feb. 15, regents and college employees toured the wellness center to see the progress on its construction. Pictured (left to right): Vice President for Student Affairs Dr. Bill Knowles, Regent Robyn Ready and Regent Curtis Morgan.

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SSC Board of Regents Ratifies Name of Trojan Baseball Field

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
The Seminole State College Board of Regents approved a resolution to support the current law regarding firearm restrictions on college campuses and ratified the naming of the Trojan home baseball field at their meeting on Feb. 15.During her report to the Board, President Lana Reynolds discussed...
Oklahoma Baptist University announces its Master of Arts in Teaching program, empowering educators to shape tomorrow’s leaders with faith-infused excellence.. Photo provided by OBU

Oklahoma Baptist University announces its Master of Arts in Teaching program, empowering educators to shape tomorrow’s leaders with faith-infused excellence.. Photo provided by OBU

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OBU Debuts Master Of Arts In Teaching Program

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
Oklahoma Baptist University is expanding its educational offerings by introducing its Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program, aimed at educators seeking to enhance their teaching careers.

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McLoud Approves Purchase Of Backup Generator For Water Tower

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, March 21, 2024
McLoud will soon have a backup generator for the water tower.In a very short special meeting held by the City of McLoud on Wednesday, Mar. 20, council members authorized City Manager Cody Roe to spend up to $30,000 to purchase a backup generator for the water tower.Mayor Daniel Mc-Clure said during...