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Shawnee Wendy’s among many now permanently closed

The Shawnee Wendy’s has this sign outlining its permanent closure. Kim Morava/News-Star News-Star Staff reportsShawnee’s only Wendy’s, along with several others across the state, have permanently closed because of the…

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Gardens of the Cross Timbers: Oklahoma Oranges

Osage Orange trees. Photo by Becky Emerson CarlbergTrifoliate Orange. Photo by Becky Emerson CarlbergWicket Pumpkin. Photo by Becky Emerson Carlberg By Becky Emerson CarlbergOklahoma has oranges…..sort of. The native Osage…

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Part 2: State Rep. Dist. 26 candidates offer stances on various topics

By Vicky O. MisaThe Shawnee News-Starvmisa@cherryroad.com[EDITOR’S NOTE: This is Part 2 in a series of articles covering the state Representative District 26 candidate PAVE forum.]Pottawatomie County Advocates for Voter Education (PAVE) recently hosted a question-and-answer forum featuring state Representative District 26 General Election candidates Leah Longest (R) and Chris Odneal (D).Held at Shawnee City Hall…

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Lady Wolves make historic run to state volleyball runner-up finish

Shawnee freshman Brylee Cosby puts away one of her 19 kills in a semifinals win over Altus.Photo by Kent BushShawnee Coach Hunter Burnett jumps for joy after the Lady Wolves won match point to beat Claremore in the 5A State Volleyball Tournament.Photo by Kent BushShawnee senior JaNya Bruner averaged more than 15 kills per match…

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Your next great idea may come from outside your industry

By Daniel JohnsonShawnee ForwardOne of the things I enjoy most about my role at Shawnee Forward is the opportunity to visit businesses and organizations across so many different industries.One day I might be touring a manufacturing facility, the next visiting a local retailer, meeting with a nonprofit organization, or talking with someone in healthcare or…

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Shawnee Wendy’s among many now permanently closed

The Shawnee Wendy’s has this sign outlining its permanent closure. Kim Morava/News-Star News-Star Staff reportsShawnee’s only Wendy’s, along with several others across the state, have permanently closed because of the Chapter 11 bankruptcy of its…

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Gardens of the Cross Timbers: Oklahoma Oranges

Osage Orange trees. Photo by Becky Emerson CarlbergTrifoliate Orange. Photo by Becky Emerson CarlbergWicket Pumpkin. Photo by Becky Emerson Carlberg By Becky Emerson CarlbergOklahoma has oranges…..sort of. The native Osage Orange/Bois d’Arc (wood of the…