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Earlsboro Police Chief Christopher Bayless, with the Hoof Patrol team, looks to pass during the Third Annual Earlsboro Donkey Basketball fundraiser on April 4 at the EHS Gym. Shown, from left, are Anthony Glasgow, Bayless, Bayless's son, Easton Barnes, and firefighter Caleb Inman. See full cutline below.

Earlsboro Police Chief Christopher Bayless, with the Hoof Patrol team, looks to pass during the Third Annual Earlsboro Donkey Basketball fundraiser on April 4 at the EHS Gym. Shown, from left, are Anthony Glasgow, Bayless, Bayless's son, Easton Barnes, and firefighter Caleb Inman. See full cutline below.

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Fun for the family at Earlsboro's Third Annual Donkey Basketball Fundraiser

News Staff
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Earlsboro Police Chief Christopher Bayless, with the Hoof Patrol team, looks to pass during the Third Annual Earlsboro Donkey Basketball fundraiser on April 4 at the EHS Gym. Shown, from left, are Anthony Glasgow, Bayless, Bayless's son, Easton Barnes, and firefighter Caleb Inman.
SHS Students are pictured with the Recharge-OK team at the March 25 kickoff. Photo Provided by SPS

SHS Students are pictured with the Recharge-OK team at the March 25 kickoff. Photo Provided by SPS

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Shawnee co-launches Recharge-OK STEM initiative

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Thursday, April 9, 2026
Shawnee Public Schools is proud to colaunch Recharge-OK, a new community-centered initiative funded by the National Science Foundation. The project focuses on electric school buses, energy resilience, disaster preparedness, and STEM engagement for students.
Pictured from left, CPN Health Services Director Chris Skillings, Gateway Board of Directors President Kara Robinson, Gateway CEO Jon Greenwood, and CPN Vice-Chairman Linda Capps hold a donation from CPN to Gateway to Prevention and Recovery. Phoro provided by CPN

Pictured from left, CPN Health Services Director Chris Skillings, Gateway Board of Directors President Kara Robinson, Gateway CEO Jon Greenwood, and CPN Vice-Chairman Linda Capps hold a donation from CPN to Gateway to Prevention and Recovery. Phoro provided by CPN

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CPN donates $1.7 million to Gateway for Recovery

News Staff
Thursday, April 9, 2026
The Citizen Potawatomi Nation recently agreed to make a $1.7 million donation to Gateway to Prevention and Recovery, Inc. to help the local agency continue to serve people after state funding cuts threatened to cripple their operation.

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PLS connects teens to college, career resources

News Staff
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Cleveland, McClain, Pottawatomie Counties, OK. April 2026 – This April, Pioneer Library System (PLS) is spotlighting resources designed to support teens and recent graduates as they plan what comes next after high school.

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McLoud, Maud pass school bonds

Suzie Campbell Suzie@countywidenews.com
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Voters in two school districts in Pottawatomie County approved bond measures during the April 7, 2026, election, funding facility improvements and transportation needs.With 434 YES votes (68.45 percent) over 200 NO votes (31.55 percent), McLoud Public Schools passed a $20.
Emergency Management Director Aaron Scott (right) and Sheriff Freeland Wood begin clearing roads immediately following the storms April 3. Photo provided by Pott. County Emergency Management

Emergency Management Director Aaron Scott (right) and Sheriff Freeland Wood begin clearing roads immediately following the storms April 3. Photo provided by Pott. County Emergency Management

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County receives storm damage report

Suzie Campbell Suzie@countywidenews.com
Thursday, April 9, 2026
During the Pottawatomie County Board of County Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, April 7, Emergency Management (EM) Director Aaron Scott said the county was impacted by two tornadoes over the weekend, rated EF-0 and EF-1.
Fran Topping addressed the Tecumseh City Council about Rags 2 Runway, taking place on April 25, with a sign-up deadline of Friday, the 10th. Project:SAFE will be the benefactor. She also challenged Tecumseh to show up and help raise more money than Shawnee. Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

Fran Topping addressed the Tecumseh City Council about Rags 2 Runway, taking place on April 25, with a sign-up deadline of Friday, the 10th. Project:SAFE will be the benefactor. She also challenged Tecumseh to show up and help raise more money than Shawnee. Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

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Rags 2 Runway heading to T-Town

Cheyanna Dietz, Ths Intern
Thursday, April 9, 2026
During the Tecumseh City Council meeting on April 6, Fran Topping spoke during public comments. She explained an upcoming fundraiser, Rags to Runway. “If you’re familiar with Project: SAFE, you know that they provide services to victims of sexual and domestic abuse.

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SRC students achieve Honor Roll status

News Staff
Thursday, April 2, 2026
South Rock Creek Public Schools has released the names of honor roll students for their third nine weeks. Two separate honor rolls recognize students for their academic achievement.The Superintendent Honor Roll is composed of students who earned a 4.
OBU Football assisted the Shawnee Parks Department in a clean-up adventure of the rock beds and pools at the Splash Waterpark. Photo Provided

OBU Football assisted the Shawnee Parks Department in a clean-up adventure of the rock beds and pools at the Splash Waterpark. Photo Provided

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Spring Activities Bloom Across Shawnee Parks

Amy Riggins
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Happy Easter, Shawnee! This is such a nice time of spring and renewal. For me personally, it’s a time to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ! However you celebrate, I hope you have a good time of reflection and connection with family or friends.
April Grant addresses the County Commissioners regarding the request to reallocate funds previously awarded to Rose Rock Habitat for Humanity. Suzie Campbell, Countywide & Sun

April Grant addresses the County Commissioners regarding the request to reallocate funds previously awarded to Rose Rock Habitat for Humanity. Suzie Campbell, Countywide & Sun

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Rollout begins of the new mass notification system

Suzie Campbell Suzie@countywidenews.com
Thursday, April 2, 2026
The rollout of a new mass notification system, Everbridge, designed to alert residents during emergencies, was announced by Emergency Management Director Aaron Scott during the Pottawatomie County Board of County Commissioners meeting held Tuesday, Mar. 31, 2026.