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Tim and Tammy Carmichael (pictured left) stop for a photo with former owners of Cope’s Country Cafe Melissa and Pat Cope. The Carmichael’s did not want to see the business that Tammy’s family members worked so hard to build close its doors so Tammy decided to embrace the opportunity and continue the family business. Countywide & Sun/Julie Talton

Tim and Tammy Carmichael (pictured left) stop for a photo with former owners of Cope’s Country Cafe Melissa and Pat Cope. The Carmichael’s did not want to see the business that Tammy’s family members worked so hard to build close its doors so Tammy decided to embrace the opportunity and continue the family business. Countywide & Sun/Julie Talton

Cope’s Country Cafe Hosts First Subscribers’ Circle, Welcomes New Owner

Suzie Campbell
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Cope’s Country Cafe hosted the first Subscriber’s Circle on Thursday, Nov. 21. There was a great turnout. Attendees enjoyed sampling menu items before placing full orders, marking a successful community event at the cafe.
Jerry, Jaxon and Jacey Kuhn (pictured from left) began preparing the Thanksgiving dressing 19 years ago, when the Tecumseh Family Thanksgiving Dinner was started by Suzanne and Randy Gilbert. They have continued this tradition every year since. Photo provided

Jerry, Jaxon and Jacey Kuhn (pictured from left) began preparing the Thanksgiving dressing 19 years ago, when the Tecumseh Family Thanksgiving Dinner was started by Suzanne and Randy Gilbert. They have continued this tradition every year since. Photo provided

Thanks Is Giving, A 19-Year Tradition For The Kuhn Family

Julie Talton
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
This is year 19 of the Tecumseh Family Thanksgiving Dinner at City Hall.
Kacy Kinsey won the Citizen of the Year Award, presented by Miss Frontier Days Jalee Meyers, during the Tecumseh Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet, held at the Grand Casino Hotel and Resort on Nov. 21. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Kacy Kinsey won the Citizen of the Year Award, presented by Miss Frontier Days Jalee Meyers, during the Tecumseh Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet, held at the Grand Casino Hotel and Resort on Nov. 21. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Kacy Kinsey Named Citizen Of The Year

Natasha Dunagan
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Just before the weather turned cold, 158 people celebrated with the Tecumseh Chamber of Commerce in the “tropics” for their Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet.Held at the Grand Casino Hotel & Resort on Nov.
Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics Executive Director Grayson Ardies presents the proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for the Shawnee Airport to the City Commissioners. Countywide & Sun/ Suzie Campbell

Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics Executive Director Grayson Ardies presents the proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for the Shawnee Airport to the City Commissioners. Countywide & Sun/ Suzie Campbell

Plans To Transform Shawnee Airport Revealed

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, November 21, 2024
The Shawnee Regional Airport could have a significant transformation over the next six years, thanks to a comprehensive Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) unveiled to city officials on Monday, Nov. 18.
Jill Spencer, Chair of the Avedis Foundation Board and Senior Vice President at First United Bank Tecumseh delivered an inspiring message to the Shawnee High School seniors at the My Future’s Bright Senior Conference. Pictured above is Spencer with a group of seniors at the event. Photo provided by SPS

Jill Spencer, Chair of the Avedis Foundation Board and Senior Vice President at First United Bank Tecumseh delivered an inspiring message to the Shawnee High School seniors at the My Future’s Bright Senior Conference. Pictured above is Spencer with a group of seniors at the event. Photo provided by SPS

Shawnee Seniors Learn Life Skills And Tools For Success

News Staff
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Shawnee, OK – November 17, 2024 — Seniors from Shawnee High School and Jim Thorpe Academy took a significant step toward their futures during the annual My Future’s Bright Senior Conference.
Gingerbread Village returns to The Oval of OBU. This year the event is planned for 6 pm on Dec. 6 and a second event on Dec. 14. Photo provided by OBU

Gingerbread Village returns to The Oval of OBU. This year the event is planned for 6 pm on Dec. 6 and a second event on Dec. 14. Photo provided by OBU

Gingerbread Village At OBU Raising Funds For Habitat For Humanity

News Staff
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Gingerbread Village at OBU to Spread Holiday Cheer and Raise Funds for Habitat for Humanity Projects in Pottawatomie County Santa Claus, hot cocoa, cookie decorating, and live holiday music await visitors at the kick-off for the Rose Rock Habitat for Humanity “Second Annual Gingerbread Village...
The Second Annual Bad to the Bone Cars n’ K9s Car Show, in Asher, featured 88 vehicles on Nov. 16. It included this purple 1932 Ford High Boy, owned by Terry Webb, and lots of other classics. The event is a fund-raiser and pet adoption for Southern Paws Rescue, Inc., which raised $2,229 toward veterinarian bills and pet food. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

The Second Annual Bad to the Bone Cars n’ K9s Car Show, in Asher, featured 88 vehicles on Nov. 16. It included this purple 1932 Ford High Boy, owned by Terry Webb, and lots of other classics. The event is a fund-raiser and pet adoption for Southern Paws Rescue, Inc., which raised $2,229 toward veterinarian bills and pet food. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Second Annual Cars n’ K9s Raises $2,229 For Rescue

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, November 21, 2024
In its second year, the “Bad to the Bone” Cars n’ K9s Car Show has grown - much like the pets for which it raises money.Southern Paws Rescue, Inc. Founder and Director Michelle Oakley said they had about 50 vehicles and raised around $1,500 last year.
SMS 6th grade students pose for a group photo after participating in an interactive session where students explored what they envision for Shawnee’s future and examined areas of concern within their neighborhoods. Photo provided by Shawnee Public Schools.

SMS 6th grade students pose for a group photo after participating in an interactive session where students explored what they envision for Shawnee’s future and examined areas of concern within their neighborhoods. Photo provided by Shawnee Public Schools.

SMS 6th Graders Engage in Community Visioning at 8 80 Cities Event

News Staff
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Shawnee, OK – November 14, 2024 — Shawnee Middle School 6th-grade students recently had the unique opportunity to engage in a visionary event, 8 80 Cities: A Conversation Between Two Generations on Community, held at the Gordon Cooper Technology Center.