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Grand opening set for Shawnee Wolves Fitness Court®
From Shawnee Public SchoolsLaunch day will be June 25 at Jefferson Elementary Shawnee Public Schools is proud to announce the grand opening of the Shawnee Wolves Fitness Court®, a new outdoor wellness destination located at Jefferson Elementary School, designed to provide free, accessible fitness opportunities for students, families, and community members of all ages.The Fitness…
Community
CPN, Dunbar Heights host Juneteenth reception
The Citizen Potawatomi Nation (CPN) and Dunbar Heights, a predominantly Black community in Shawnee, hosted the seventh annual Juneteenth reception in Shawnee last week. The program included remarks from CPN Chairman John “Rocky” Barrett and keynote presentation from former U.S. Congressman J.C. Watts. There was a memorial candle-lighting ceremony, live musical performances and several presentations.…
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Opinion
Letter to the editor: ‘A bridge too far for TRICARE’
Dear editor,A trap is being laid in Washington—and its fuse runs directly through Oklahoma communities like Tinker Air Force Base.The Defense Health Agency’s coverage restrictions are sending shockwaves through our local military retirement community. Desperate to maintain access to anti-obesity medications like Zepbound, some veterans over 65 are being advised to purchase standalone Medicare Part…