News

At the Dunbar Heights block party, Fiona Rene poses with her fourth grade teacher, Andrea Brown (left) and reading specialist, Wanda Hadley (right), from when she attended Will Rogers Elementary. Mrs. Brown said, 'Fiona told me back then that she was going to be an actress when she grew up!' Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

At the Dunbar Heights block party, Fiona Rene poses with her fourth grade teacher, Andrea Brown (left) and reading specialist, Wanda Hadley (right), from when she attended Will Rogers Elementary. Mrs. Brown said, 'Fiona told me back then that she was going to be an actress when she grew up!' Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Fiona Rene's mission to have safe space

Suzie Campbell Suzie@countywidenews.com
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Creating a safe, welcoming space for all — that’s the mission behind Grandma’s House. Fiona Rene wants to create a place where people feel truly seen and heard — a place of stability and safety, much like the sanctuary her grandmother, Vonda Oldham, provided for her.
City Manager Jimmy Stokes gives his October monthly report to the Tecumseh City Council. Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

City Manager Jimmy Stokes gives his October monthly report to the Tecumseh City Council. Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Tecumseh Approves Sewer Increase, Road Grant Funding

Cheyanna Dietz Ths Intern
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
The Oct. 6 Tecumseh City Council meeting was a short one, lasting less than 45 minutes.A discussion was had to clarify, then approve a 5% base rate increase for city sewer usage. The current rate of $22.00 will be increased to $23.10.
Shawnee High School sophomore Khloe Tungate hands out literature on the Elevate Student Health Campaign to the Shawnee Public Schools Board of Education at their Oct. 6 meeting. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

Shawnee High School sophomore Khloe Tungate hands out literature on the Elevate Student Health Campaign to the Shawnee Public Schools Board of Education at their Oct. 6 meeting. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

Exclusive Subscriber Content

SHS sophomore speaks to SPS Board about health campaign

Natasha Dunagan Natasha@countywidenews.com
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Shawnee High School sophomore Khloe Tungate gave a presentation about the Elevate Student Health Campaign to the Shawnee Public Schools Board of Education during their regular meeting on Oct. 6.Tungate passed out literature to the Board, and pointed out that one in three 10- to 17-year-olds are...
Macomb FFA Advisor Tanna Southerland talks with a woman at the FFA booth during Macomb Trade Days on Sept. 25. They were selling potted mums, as well as tickets to win Blue and Gold meat. The drawing was held that evening, but Southerland said they started with 50 potted mums and will sell them until they run out. If interested, please email her at tanna.southerland@macomb.k12.ok.us. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

Macomb FFA Advisor Tanna Southerland talks with a woman at the FFA booth during Macomb Trade Days on Sept. 25. They were selling potted mums, as well as tickets to win Blue and Gold meat. The drawing was held that evening, but Southerland said they started with 50 potted mums and will sell them until they run out. If interested, please email her at tanna.southerland@macomb.k12.ok.us. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

Macomb Trade Days Features School Fundraisers

News Staff
Thursday, October 2, 2025

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program

News Staff
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Oklahoma Baptist University (OBU) has been granted Candidacy Status by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) for its new Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program.

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Shawnee highlights future possibilities with Empty Buildings Tour

News Staff
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Downtown Shawnee is opening its doors — even the empty ones — for a special Empty Buildings Tour this October.The event invites the public to tour vacant and underused downtown buildings to see their potential for new businesses, housing, and creative uses.

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Oklahoma Warriors Honor Flight

News Staff
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Oklahoma City, OK – Governor Kevin Stitt has officially proclaimed October 7, 2025, as “Oklahoma Warriors Honor Flight Day,” recognizing the service of Oklahoma veterans and the nonprofit that ensures they receive their long-overdue tribute in Washington, D.C.On that day, 68 Oklahoma veterans will...
Monarch butterflies arrive in Oklahoma

Monarch butterflies arrive in Oklahoma

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Monarch butterflies arrive in Oklahoma

News Staff
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Monarch butterflies are making their way through Oklahoma as part of their awe-inspiring fall migration — a 2,000–3,000-mile journey from the northern U.S. and Canada to the mountain forests of central Mexico.A recent roost of 40 monarchs was reported in Fargo, Oklahoma on...

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Helpline Doubles Nicotine Replacement Therapy

News Staff
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
This October, the Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline, a program of the Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust (TSET), is offering a special bonus to Oklahomans thinking about quitting tobacco.