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Thursday, December 9, 2021
Thursday, Dec. 9 PCDA - 4:30 17508 Bethel Road -MASONS - 7:30 pm, Tecumseh Masonic Lodge Saturday, Dec. 11 BREAKFAST WITH SANTA - 9 am noon, Dec. 4, 11, and 18. The Tecumseh American Legion, 201 E. Park, Tecumseh, will host breakfast with Santa. Bring your camera and take photos with Santa too.

OBI Dares You To Give Blood

News Staff
Thursday, December 9, 2021
As we near the holiday season, Oklahoma Blood Institute “triple dog dares you” to give blood! Those who accept the challenge will receive their choice between two, movie-themed long sleeve t-shirts.

FUB Hosts Benefit And Donates To Big Brother, Big Sister

News Staff
Thursday, December 9, 2021
First United Bank in Shawnee recently hosted “Big Screen Under the Stars” to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shawnee. This movie night, which took place on the back patio of First United Bank, increased awareness of the program in the community and helped raise $2,146.
SSC Nursing Program Director Crystal Bray (left), Online Degree Office Director Melanie Rinehart (middle) and Assistant Professor of Nursing Brenda Hudson (right) celebrate the accreditation of the LPN to RN online degree program by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Photo provided

SSC Nursing Program Director Crystal Bray (left), Online Degree Office Director Melanie Rinehart (middle) and Assistant Professor of Nursing Brenda Hudson (right) celebrate the accreditation of the LPN to RN online degree program by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Photo provided

SSC’s LPN to RN Online Degree Program Receives Accreditation

News Staff
Thursday, December 9, 2021
The Seminole State College Nursing Program’s LPN to RN online degree program was recently accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. In August, the Oklahoma Board of Nursing approved the online option.

SPS Passes Audit With No Problems

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, December 9, 2021
Jack Jenkins, of Jenkins and Kemper, CPA, reported that “no significant deficiencies” were found in the audited financial statements or major federal award programs in the 2020-21 fiscal year. He also reported, during the Dec.
2021 West Coat Donation Program Pictured (LtoR) SA volunteer Josh Chastain; SA staff members Kyle Donaghey and Jonathan Campbell; West Managing Director Bradley West; West Legal Assistant Bart West; and West.jpg

2021 West Coat Donation Program Pictured (LtoR) SA volunteer Josh Chastain; SA staff members Kyle Donaghey and Jonathan Campbell; West Managing Director Bradley West; West Legal Assistant Bart West; and West.jpg

The West Law Firm Coat Donation 3,000 In 13th Year

News Staff
Thursday, December 9, 2021
The West Law Firm of Shawnee has reached a new milestone in the 13th year of the charitable community service program with more than 3,000 new coats purchased and contributed over 13 years to The Salvation Army (SA) of Shawnee as part of its annual Angel Tree Program.
Fire Destroys Historic Building In Downtown Shawnee

Fire Destroys Historic Building In Downtown Shawnee

Fire Destroys Historic Building In Downtown Shawnee

News Staff
Thursday, December 9, 2021
Shawnee Fire Department Captain Winsett smiles amiably as he and the rest of the department fight an abandoned building fire on Main Street in Shawnee, Thursday evening. Countywide & Sun/Kendra Shawnee Fire Fighters douse afire in downtown Shawnee on Thursday.
USS Oklahoma capsized next to the USS Maryland. Photo provided

USS Oklahoma capsized next to the USS Maryland. Photo provided

80th of Pearl Harbor of USS Oklahoma

News Staff
Thursday, December 9, 2021
On Tuesday, hundreds of visitors from Oklahoma and across the United States will gather at the USS Oklahoma Memorial to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Japanese attack at Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7,1941.
Fireworks Display Closes Out Parade With A Flourish

Fireworks Display Closes Out Parade With A Flourish

Fireworks Display Closes Out Parade With A Flourish

News Staff
Thursday, December 9, 2021
Following the Shawnee Christmas Parade on Dec. 2, fireworks were set off from the roofs of businesses in downtown Shawnee. This new tradition was begun in 2019. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

City Discusses Depot Study Findings

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, December 9, 2021
The Shawnee City Commission held a work session Monday, Dec. 6. The 8:30 am meeting consisted of a thorough update for the rehab of the Santa Fe Depot. City Manager Andrea Weckmuellar-Behringer began the work session by providing an overview of the Depot’s history and footprint.