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50th Wedding Anniversary

50th Wedding Anniversary

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50th Wedding Anniversary

News Staff
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
Thomas & Barbara Smith are celebrating 50 years of marriage. The Smith’s were married in Carthage, MO July 3, 1972. The couple moved to Shawnee in June of 1972. Together, their family boasts eight children, 23 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, and four great-greatgrandchildren.

SSC Upward Bound Programs Receive Grant Renewal

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022
Seminole State College recently received notification from the U.S. Department of Education of the renewal of two federal Upward Bound grants. Together, Upward Bound I and Upward Bound II will receive over $3.4 million in grant money over the next five years, beginning in September.
Zonelle Rainbolt Elected OPA President

Zonelle Rainbolt Elected OPA President

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Zonelle Rainbolt Elected OPA President

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022
Zonelle Rainbolt, executive editor of Wesner Publications, took office as president of the Oklahoma Press Association July 1. OPA members elected Rainbolt during the annual business meeting at the June 10-11 OPA Convention in Oklahoma City.

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Bethel PTO Takes Steps To Become A Non-Profit

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022
The June 27 Bethel School Board Meeting was a quieter one than usual, with few action items. Approval was made to release Bethel PTO as a sanctioned club, and also to release activity funds to them as they work though gaining a 501 C-3 status.

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FREE SUMMER MEALS AVAILABLE

News Staff
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
Free grab-and-go meals will be available for children ages 18 and younger at the following Shawnee Public Schools locations beginning July 5.
Victor Leo Reyes, co-owner of Taco Boy Taqueria, speaks about the semi trucks that have been turning around in their parking lot during the Tecumseh City Council Meeting on July 5. Reyes was also granted a Conditional Use Permit to sell beer and wine. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Victor Leo Reyes, co-owner of Taco Boy Taqueria, speaks about the semi trucks that have been turning around in their parking lot during the Tecumseh City Council Meeting on July 5. Reyes was also granted a Conditional Use Permit to sell beer and wine. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

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Taco Boy Receives Conditional Use Permit, Vyve Agreement Approved

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
Those eating at Taco Boy Taqueria can now order beer and wine with their meals. During the Tecumseh City Council Meeting on July 5, a Conditional Use Permit was approved for the restaurant at 401 N. Rangeline, as recommended by the Planning Commission.
Next Halen performs during FireLake Casino’s Independence Day event on July 3. They are, from left, Johnny Johns, on drums; Darek Johns, on bass; Dan Halen, lead vocals; and Drew Sevier, on guitar. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Next Halen performs during FireLake Casino’s Independence Day event on July 3. They are, from left, Johnny Johns, on drums; Darek Johns, on bass; Dan Halen, lead vocals; and Drew Sevier, on guitar. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

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Caught In Action: FireLake Casino Holds Independence Day Celebration

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
Photos by Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan Next Halen performs during FireLake Casino’s Independence Day event on July 3. They are, from left, Johnny Johns, on drums; Darek Johns, on bass; Dan Halen, lead vocals; and Drew Sevier, on guitar.
Darryl K. Fields

Darryl K. Fields

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Darryl Fields Named Superintendent of COJC

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022
Darryl K. Fields, who has more than 30 years of experience working with juveniles, has been named superintendent of the Office of Juvenile Affairs’ (OJA) Central Oklahoma Juvenile Center (COJC).