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Request Absentee Ballots Now

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Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Voters in Pottawatomie County who want absentee ballots mailed to them for the May 13, 2025, South Rock Creek Proposition Special Election should apply now.Absentee ballots are available to any registered voter, provided they are eligible to vote in the election requested.
Shannon Tiger and Harriet Byers are serving once again as co-chairs for the Relay for Life of Pottawatomie County, which will be held on April 26 from 1-4 pm at the Shawnee Early Childhood Center. The theme will be 'Happy Birthday,' as Relay for Life turns 40 years old. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

Shannon Tiger and Harriet Byers are serving once again as co-chairs for the Relay for Life of Pottawatomie County, which will be held on April 26 from 1-4 pm at the Shawnee Early Childhood Center. The theme will be 'Happy Birthday,' as Relay for Life turns 40 years old. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

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Relay for Life Celebrates 40th Birthday April 26

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Relay for Life of Pottawatomie County is inviting you to their 40th birthday party on April 26, 1-4 pm, at Shawnee Early Childhood Center (SECC).
Ward 4 City Commissioner, John Collier, addressed his fellow council members at April's meeting. He equated his concern for lack of willing citizens to replace aging Tecumseh Council Members, with the drought crisis facing the town 20 years ago that allowed for citizens to walk across Tecumseh Lake. Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

Ward 4 City Commissioner, John Collier, addressed his fellow council members at April's meeting. He equated his concern for lack of willing citizens to replace aging Tecumseh Council Members, with the drought crisis facing the town 20 years ago that allowed for citizens to walk across Tecumseh Lake. Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

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Collier stresses urgency for youth involvement

Adelaide Lack Tecumseh High School Intern
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
During public comments, John Collier, council member for Ward 4, made his way to the podium. This was so he could look at his fellow council members “eyeball to eyeball.” Collier said, “We have an urgency with filling those chairs up there.

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Community Calendar

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Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Thursday, 10th Shawnee Lions Club – every Thursday (noon) at Santa Fe Cattle Company (Shawnee Mall)  PCDA, 17508 Bethel Road — 4:30 pm Masons, Tecumseh Masonic Lodge - 7:30 pm Pott County GOP – 7 pm, Pottawatomie County Museum, 207 N Minnesota, Shawnee Legion Karaoke – 6 pm, Pot Luck.
Strong winds on March 14 left the metal canopy over the western bank of stalls twisted and grounded at Sonic Drive-In, 109 E. Walnut, in Tecumseh. Franchise co-owner Brett Blair said they were paying attention when the canopy began to tilt from side to side, and they called the police who blocked off that side of the business, so no one was hurt when it collapsed. Blair said the electricity went out, and computers were offline before it happened. They have since reopened. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

Strong winds on March 14 left the metal canopy over the western bank of stalls twisted and grounded at Sonic Drive-In, 109 E. Walnut, in Tecumseh. Franchise co-owner Brett Blair said they were paying attention when the canopy began to tilt from side to side, and they called the police who blocked off that side of the business, so no one was hurt when it collapsed. Blair said the electricity went out, and computers were offline before it happened. They have since reopened. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

Sonic Canopy Blown Down on March 14

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Thursday, April 3, 2025
Family members of the late Air Force veteran Tom Combs traveled from Nebraska, Missouri, Altus and Moore for the rededication ceremony of the bingo hall at American Legion Post #16 in Shawnee on March 29. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

Family members of the late Air Force veteran Tom Combs traveled from Nebraska, Missouri, Altus and Moore for the rededication ceremony of the bingo hall at American Legion Post #16 in Shawnee on March 29. Natasha Dunagan, Countywide & Sun

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American Legion Post #16 Rededicates Bingo Hall

Natasha Dunagan Natasha@countywidenews.com
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
The Shawnee American Legion Post #16 reopened six months ago - since it was renovated after the 2023 tornado - but something was missing.

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South Rock Creek Releases Honor Roll

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Wednesday, April 2, 2025
South Rock Creek Public Schools has released the names of honor roll students for their third nine weeks. Two separate honor rolls recognize students for their academic achievement.The Superintendent Honor Roll is composed of students who earned a 4.
Kaleb Smith, ProActive Security presents security information to the County Commissioners. Bill Rooth, Countywide & Sun

Kaleb Smith, ProActive Security presents security information to the County Commissioners. Bill Rooth, Countywide & Sun

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County approves purchase of Finley Cleaners property

Bill Rooth Bill@countywidenews.com
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
The Pottawatomie County Commission voted unanimously Tuesday to purchase the former Finley’s Cleaners property at 15 East 10th Street in Shawnee for $290,000, though no plans for its use were disclosed. The decision came during an executive session at the commission’s April 1 meeting.
Shawnee appoints McLain as Deputy Fire Chief

Shawnee appoints McLain as Deputy Fire Chief

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Shawnee appoints McLain as Deputy Fire Chief

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Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Shawnee, Oklahoma, March 26, 2025 - The City of Shawnee Fire Department is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark McLain as the new Deputy Fire Chief.McLain has dedicated 14 years to the fire service, most recently as the Training Chief for the City of Shawnee Fire Department.