October 6, 2026
The host for Songwriter Night at Music Unlimited, Kevin Hall, performs one of his songs on Jan. 3, as business owner Jeff Hawkins works the sound and lights. Hall suggested the event to Hawkins in 2022, where singer-songwriters are invited to try out their songs on an audience. They host about eight artists on the first Friday of each month since it resumed in Oct. 2024. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan
Pottawatomie County Clerk Raeshelle Flewallen swears Macomb Trustee 1 David Griffith and Trustee 2 Tami Perez into office. Perez won the coin toss for the position of Mayor. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell
Mike Booth poses in front of his retirement banner during the party held in his honor Dec. 30, 2024. Booth served as Sheriff for 16 years. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell
Leroy Ellis speaks to the Tecumseh School Board during public comments saying the word “Savage is offensive to me, my kids, grandkids and great-grandkids... its 2025; its time to look at alternatives.” Countywide & Sun/Julie Talton
County Treasurer Rachelle Flewallen and Dist. 2 County Commissioner Greg Rush were also sworn in by Justice Combs. Not pictured, Court Clerk Valerie Ueltzen was sworn in for another term in office, as well. Photo provided.
After being fully renovated, the Shawnee American Legion Post 16 reopened on Sept. 28, 2024 - 17 months after the April 2023 tornado. They offer Bingo Nights on Saturdays from 6 to 10 pm and are now smoke-free. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan
Tecumseh Police Chief J.R. Kidney addresses attendees of the Jan. 7 County Commissioners meeting about security measures for the IFYR. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell
