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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

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.
Mayor presents proclamation to Dunbar Heights members

Mayor presents proclamation to Dunbar Heights members

Mayor presents proclamation to Dunbar Heights members

Following this past weekend’s Juneteenth festivities, Mayor Ed Bolt made a proclamation at the Monday evening Commission Meeting that on that day, June 20, the City of Shawnee “Commemorates Juneteenth and the Dunbar Heights Historic Neighborhood.

Election day reminders and tips

Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 28th, for the Primary Election, the City of Shawnee General Election, and Town of Earlsboro Special Election.

Countyline

Thursday, June 16 MINGLE ON MAIN – 4-9 pm, Downtown Tecumseh – On Broadway between Park and Main. Featuring live music by Midas 13, BBQ Competition, vendor booths, and food trucks. Interested in being a vendor? Want to show off your BBQ skills? Visit TecumsehOK.org and register!
SSC Summer course enrollment open

SSC Summer course enrollment open

SSC Summer course enrollment open

Enrollment is open for Seminole State College’s next slate of summer courses. The College’s second five-week summer term begins on June 21 and concludes on July 22. Enrollment numbers in summer courses are up substantially, following two years of low enrollment due to the pandemic.