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SSM Health Welcomes Theodore Ruff, MD

SSM Health Welcomes Theodore Ruff, MD

SSM Health Welcomes Theodore Ruff, MD

SSM Health Medical Group is pleased to welcome Theodore Ruff, M.D, as he expands his practice. Ruff specializes in general surgery, caring for patients at both SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital – Shawnee and SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital – Midwest. Ruff has been with SSM Health St.
OBU To Host ‘andPlay’ Violin and Viola Duo In Concert Feb. 15

OBU To Host ‘andPlay’ Violin and Viola Duo In Concert Feb. 15

OBU To Host ‘andPlay’ Violin and Viola Duo In Concert Feb. 15

The OBU Division of Music will present the violin/viola duo “andPlay” in concert Feb. 15. The performance will take place at 7:30 p.m. in Raley Chapel’s Yarborough Auditorium. The public is invited to the free event.
SNOW DAYS

SNOW DAYS

SNOW DAYS

Readers submitted snow photos from around the county. Whether taking senior photos, getting the garage door installed just before the storm, working to clear the roads or just having some fun, the snow has now melted and its back to warmer weather.

Proposed Charter Approved By Bethel Acres Voters

More than half a century after Bethel Acres first became a town Bethel Acres citizens have voted to approve a charter. The town split from Shawnee in 1962, according to the City of Shawnee website, and while a charter was created for Bethel Acres, it was never formally put in place.

Shawnee #1 In Oklahoma For Women Business Owners

During public comments, Fhionna Shaughnessey shared some exciting news with the Shawnee City Commissioners on behalf of Shawnee Forward. “I’m so excited to announce something we have been in pursuit of for almost 12 long months at Shawnee Forward. Effective Jan. 31, Gov.
Aivah Dodgion

Aivah Dodgion

Fun in the Snow

Aivah Dodgion, 11, of Tecumseh, throws snowball at her sister, Gemma, 5, as their father, Clay Dodgion watches on Feb. 4. See more snow photos on page A8. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan
Shawnee School Board Sets Special Meeting For Feb. 24

Shawnee School Board Sets Special Meeting For Feb. 24

Shawnee School Board Sets Special Meeting For Feb. 24

A special meeting was set for Feb. 24 at noon in the Shawnee Public Schools Administration Building, during the Feb. 7 Shawnee Board of Education meeting. It will be held for the sale of $865,000 in taxable bonds and “designating bond counsel for the issuance of bonds.
Tecumseh Sets Election Date For Mayor, Council Members

Tecumseh Sets Election Date For Mayor, Council Members

Tecumseh Sets Election Date For Mayor, Council Members

Citizens of Tecumseh, mark your calendars. At the Tecumseh City Council meeting on Monday, the city adopted Resolution No. 2022-06, which sets the details of upcoming elections for the Council Members for Ward 2, Ward 4 and for the city Mayor. The primary election will be Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022.
Pictured from left are Tracy Meeuwsen, Program Director Avedis Foundation; Dr. Steve Trotter, Board Member Avedis Foundation; Tina Hanna, Executive Director South Central Industries; Kathy Laster, Ph.D. President & CEO Avedis Foundation; Josh L. Trimble, Board Member Avedis Foundation; and Audrey Seeliger, External Relations-Special Events Director Avedis Foundation

Pictured from left are Tracy Meeuwsen, Program Director Avedis Foundation; Dr. Steve Trotter, Board Member Avedis Foundation; Tina Hanna, Executive Director South Central Industries; Kathy Laster, Ph.D. President & CEO Avedis Foundation; Josh L. Trimble, Board Member Avedis Foundation; and Audrey Seeliger, External Relations-Special Events Director Avedis Foundation

South Central Industries Receives Avedis Foundation Grant

Better Together: A Community Revitalization Initiative is truly a unique project focusing on Shawnee’s Southwest quadrant of our community.
Potawatomi Fire Season Tickets Now Available

Potawatomi Fire Season Tickets Now Available

Potawatomi Fire Season Tickets Now Available

The Potawatomi Fire is kicking off its inaugural season with special pricing on season tickets. Fans who reserve season tickets can save up to 10% off list price and have access to free live streaming for all 24 regular season games.