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Eager to serve, 16-year-old enlists in WWII
Shown is a Houstin Payne photo of Clayton Oliver’s AAA Root Beer stand in Shawnee in the 1940s. Provided After war he starts business in ShawneeBy Vicky O. MisaThe Shawnee News-Starvmisa@cherryroad.comThe Second World War (WWII) lasted for six years — from September 1939 to September 1945. The U.S. became fully engaged into the conflict in…
Community
Farrall Park meeting tonight
By Vicky O. MisaThe Shawnee News-Starvmisa@cherryroad.comThere is a come-and-go viewing of the Farrall Park concept design at a meeting planned tonight between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Shawnee Community Center, 804 S. Park.“This is your chance to see the concept, ask questions, and share any final thoughts or feedback as (the city) gets…
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New laws for public safety, state services
By Rep. Danny Sterling During the 2026 legislative session, we passed several measures aimed at improving emergency preparedness and updating our state’s public safety laws to better serve our citizens. From protecting children at summer camps and improving disaster response, take look at the new laws that address a wide range of issues that affect…
