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Members of the newly formed Shawnee Peace and Praise Choir include: Back Row; Vista Zidor, Ignace Zidor, David Henry, Fred Smiley, David Haberland and Cyndi Stevens. Middle Row; Dr. Michael Dean, Misti McClendon, Simon Ott, Ashley Armstrong, Beth Hatley, Diane Smith and Cyndi Jackson. Front Row; Pam Chesser, Amanda McGinnis, Dr. Ada Hunter, Rachel Barker, Trina Elliot, Regina McAfee and Esther Bell. Not pictured: Stephen Hunter. Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

Members of the newly formed Shawnee Peace and Praise Choir include: Back Row; Vista Zidor, Ignace Zidor, David Henry, Fred Smiley, David Haberland and Cyndi Stevens. Middle Row; Dr. Michael Dean, Misti McClendon, Simon Ott, Ashley Armstrong, Beth Hatley, Diane Smith and Cyndi Jackson. Front Row; Pam Chesser, Amanda McGinnis, Dr. Ada Hunter, Rachel Barker, Trina Elliot, Regina McAfee and Esther Bell. Not pictured: Stephen Hunter. Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

Peace and Praise Choir is making a joyful noise

Julie Talton Julie@countywidenews.com
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
The season of caroling is upon us. Shawnee has a special treat this year with the newly formed Peace and Praise Choir. The Choir has been practicing “a joyful noise” since the beginning of September and have welcomed many new members since then.Created and led by Dr. Ada Hunter with Dr.
Shawnee Board of Education member Turner Bass asks questions about the incident which led to Cyndi Berger's removal from school premises before voting no on the superintendent's recommendation during a Special Session on Nov. 20. Also shown are Russ Oliver and Board President Clif Harden. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

Shawnee Board of Education member Turner Bass asks questions about the incident which led to Cyndi Berger's removal from school premises before voting no on the superintendent's recommendation during a Special Session on Nov. 20. Also shown are Russ Oliver and Board President Clif Harden. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

Shawnee School Board hears appeal

Natasha Dunagan Natasha@countywidenews.com
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
The Shawnee Board of Education held a Special Session meeting on Nov. 20 in order to resolve three subjects before Thanksgiving break.The first item was to hear an appeal to the removal of Cyndi Berger from school premises. Superintendent Dr.
Countywide & Sun Owner and Publisher Suzie Campbell, right, presents a Pottawatomie Power Poll Top 10 lapel pin to County Commissioner Melissa Dennis, who took the top spot during the Awards Gala on Oct. 24. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

Countywide & Sun Owner and Publisher Suzie Campbell, right, presents a Pottawatomie Power Poll Top 10 lapel pin to County Commissioner Melissa Dennis, who took the top spot during the Awards Gala on Oct. 24. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

Pottawatomie Power No. 1 Honoree Reflects on Service, Leadership, and the Road Ahead

Suzie Campbell Suzie@countywidenews.com
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
In Pottawatomie County, leadership rarely arrives with grand gestures or big announcements. More often, it looks like someone who shows up every day, learns every part of the job, and chooses progress over praise.
Miller Bros. Automotive received the Small Business of the Year at the 2025 Tecumseh Chamber of Commerce Banquet. Pictured are owners, Mark and Brandy Miller. Brandy Miller was also one of four new members elected to the Chamber Board. Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

Miller Bros. Automotive received the Small Business of the Year at the 2025 Tecumseh Chamber of Commerce Banquet. Pictured are owners, Mark and Brandy Miller. Brandy Miller was also one of four new members elected to the Chamber Board. Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

Tecumseh Chamber Hosts 2025 Awards Banquet

Natasha Dunagan Natasha@countywidenews.com
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
The Tecumseh Chamber of Commerce celebrated another year by “Shining On” at the 2025 Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet on Nov. 20.