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Morris Remains Banned From City Meetings

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, May 18, 2023
Rob Morris remains banned from physically attending any and all open meetings of the City of Shawnee, and Public Trusts of which the City of Shawnee is the beneficiary, any Committees or Advisory Boards of the City of Shawnee for a period of 65 days.
Pioneer Library Hosts Summer Learning Challenge

Pioneer Library Hosts Summer Learning Challenge

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Pioneer Library Hosts Summer Learning Challenge

Valerie Scott
Thursday, May 18, 2023
Through June and July, the Pioneer Library System (PLS) will have a variety of fun, education-promoting events. “We’ve been hosting this event for a while now.

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New Safety Features Approved For South Rock Creek Schools

Valerie Scott
Thursday, May 18, 2023
South Rock Creek Public Schools has been approved to use a portion of sales tax funds to implement safety precautions like a “window safety film.” Ryan Rosser, South Rock Creek Superintendent, introduced this action during the weekly meeting of the Pottawatomie County Board of County Commissioners.
Commissioners Review Capital Improvement Plan

Commissioners Review Capital Improvement Plan

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Commissioners Review Capital Improvement Plan

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, May 18, 2023
A lot of accolades were voiced regarding the response of the city, county, police, fire, and volunteers immediately following the April 19 tornado. But before that was discussed, the citizens of Shawnee stood before the commissioners to ask questions and voice concerns.
Town Council of Pink

Town Council of Pink

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Pink Town Council Disbands Zoning Committee

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, May 18, 2023
The public has spoken, and the Town Council of Pink listened. After a heated Pink Zoning Board Special Meeting on May 8, in which 25 citizens voiced their opposition to the Proposed Zoning Ordinance Draft, the Town Council of Pink set a special meeting on May 15 to discuss disbanding it.
The Tecumseh High School Tennis Team and THS Student Council both raised money to donate to the Boys and Girls Club of Tecumseh and Shawnee. Shown here are members of the tennis team and student council with Julio Sanchez representing the Boys and Girls Club. Photo provided.

The Tecumseh High School Tennis Team and THS Student Council both raised money to donate to the Boys and Girls Club of Tecumseh and Shawnee. Shown here are members of the tennis team and student council with Julio Sanchez representing the Boys and Girls Club. Photo provided.

Tecumseh Students Donate to Boys & Girls Club

News Staff
Thursday, May 11, 2023
Former Vietnam POW Danny Glenn, originally of Shawnee, and his sisters, Kay and Jane, look over a bronze plaque which was dedicated to him at the Paul and Ann Milburn Center on May 4. His fellow 1957 Shawnee graduate, Walter Coffey started the ball rolling on the plaque six years ago. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Former Vietnam POW Danny Glenn, originally of Shawnee, and his sisters, Kay and Jane, look over a bronze plaque which was dedicated to him at the Paul and Ann Milburn Center on May 4. His fellow 1957 Shawnee graduate, Walter Coffey started the ball rolling on the plaque six years ago. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

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Vietnam POW Honored With Bronze Plaque

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, May 11, 2023
U.S. Navy Pilot Commander Danny Glenn was flying an A-4C Skyhawk over North Vietnam when he went across a clearing in the overcast clouds. It was the 135th mission of his second cruise when he was hit three times by anti-aircraft artillery.

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Services Available To Military

News Staff
Thursday, May 11, 2023
The Pottawatomie County Election Board offers special services to military and overseas voters along with their spouses and dependents, making it easier for them to vote. All eligible applicants must complete a Federal Postcard Application (FPCA) in order to access benefits.