Anna Alexander and Kevin Billins of McLoud anounce the birth of their son, Liam James Alexander Billins, August 30, 2009, at OU Children’s Hospital.
Amy and Stefan Pischedda of Shawnee announce the birth of a daughter, Mia Elise Pischedda.
Jason and Jennifer Gates of Oklahoma City announce the birth of a daughter, Lila Ryan Gates.
Katie McLaughlin and Jeff Cannon, both of Shawnee, were united in marriage August 1, 2009, at the First Baptist Church in Shawnee with the Rev. Dr. Kevin Tully presiding.
Hali and Michael Caspers Jr. of Tecumseh announce the birth of a son, Alexander Brody Caspers.
Katie and Brandon Baptiste of McLoud announce the birth of a daughter, Aftyn Patience Hanna Baptiste.
Brandy and Dallas Martin of Seminole announce the birth of a son, Blake Ryan Martin.
Preston and Erin Medley of Shawnee announce the birth of a daughter, Camryn Jewell Medley.
She was born August 25, 2009, at Renaissance Women’s Center in Midwest City. She weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces and was 19.5 inches long.
She is the granddaughter of Randall and Debbie Medley of Tecumseh and David and Linda Brown of Tecumseh.
Delbert and Varetta Rhodes of Bethel Acres celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary at a reception in the home of their daughter Tonya and El Roy Lane with friends and family on October 18, 2009.
Delbert and Varetta Sain were married October 16, 1954, in Chickasha.
Delbert met Varetta when he was a patient at St. Anthony Hospital, where Varetta was a student nurse.
Stephanie Dawn Bryant and Tracy DeWayne Bryant of Tecumseh announce the birth of a son, Major Rawlings Bryant.
He was borm at 8:05 a.m. August 12, 2009, at Unity Health Center’s North Campus in Shawnee. He weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces and was 19 inches long.
Newton and Marianne Sloat will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary Sunday, October 25, 2009, in the Shawnee Room at St. Gregory’s University with vows at 2:30 p.m. and a reception from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Children of the couple are Brett Sloat of Norman, Lezlie O’Toole of Oklahoma City and the late Dale O’Toole.
Alyssa and Corey Woodrum of Shawnee announce the birth of a son, Kori Hyde Wayne Woodrum.
He was born at 1:17 p.m., October 17, 2009, in Shawnee. He weighed 7 pounds and 15.6 ounces and was 19.75 inches long.
Gregory and Kimberly Smith of Shawnee announce the birth of a daughter, Aubrey Jane Smith.
She was born September 15, 2009, in Shawnee. She weighed 8 pounds and 9 ounces and was 20 3/4 inches long.
She has one sister, Molly Faye, age 3.
Jerame E. Johnson graduated from the Army ROTC Leader Development and Assessment Course, also known as “Operation Warrior Forge,” at Fort Lewis, Wash.
The 32 days of training provide the best possible professional training and evaluation for all cadets in the aspects of military life, administration and logistical support.
Rebecca and Kenneth Robertson of Shawnee announce their recent wedding September 10, 2009. The bride is the daughter of Richard and Debra Campbell and the granddaughter of Don and Dorlene Johnson.
The groom is the son of Clint and Malisha Robertson and the grandson of Larry and Jessica Gregory and Mary Smith.
The couple went on their honeymoon to Branson, Miss. and will reside in Shawnee.
Aubbi and Courtli Thompson announce the marriage of their mother, Tina, daughter of Smo and the late Nicki Peltier, to Kyle Flatt, son of Bob and Tammy Flatt.
The couple was married on September 4, 2009.
Brandt and Andrea Thompson Beck announce their recent wedding, June 13, 2009, at the Shawnee Country Club.
The bride is the daughter of Cole Thompson of Shawnee and Steve and Shelly Putnam of Okmulgee.
She is the granddaughter of Philip and Judy Jackson, Carolyn Harris, both of Shawnee, Charles and Wyvonna of Broken Arrow and the late Helen Collins.
The groom is the son of Wes and Terre Beck of Stillwater and Sherry Beck of Missouri.
He is the grandson of Dee Smith of Shawnee, E.C. and Jean Snook of Missouri and the late Wes Beck.
Joe Farani and Jessica (Colvin) Farani of Wewoka announce the birth of their son, Jase Adnan-Dean Farani, September 29, 2009, at Carl Albert Hospital in Ada.
Photos of local area high school football games on October 30, 2009.
Is your house full of little ghosts, princesses or super heroes? It must be Halloween!
The Nighs were visiting the school to see how a Smart Board the Donna Nigh Foundation donated worked. Th...
Photos of local area high school football games on October 23, 2009.