Spokelahoma Bikes and Outdoors in Tecumseh closing down on June 30
Spokelahoma Bikes and Outdoors is shuttering its business in downtown Tecumseh.
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News-Star wins Oklahoma Press Association awards
The Shawnee News-Star won several awards in the Oklahoma Press Association's Better Newspaper Contest. Awards were presented during OPA's annual convention, held earlier this month at the Grand Casino Hotel and Resort.
McLoud's Blackberry Festival draws crowd
McLoud held its annual Blackberry Festival June 20-21.
CVEC, CoBank partner in grant effort to support nonprofits
Canadian Valley Electric Cooperative (CVEC) just announced the opening of applications for nonprofit organizations seeking funding support. In collaboration with CoBank's Sharing Success Program, CVEC aims to provide financial assistance to up to three nonprofit organizations within our service territory.
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Red Cross issues advice to stay safe during extreme heat
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Photos: Locals play in All State softball game
Local athletes and coaches were involved the state All State game on Saturday, June 14. Other photos have previously appeared in print and can be found on news-star.com.
Pet Talk: TPLO recovery
Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO) surgery is one of the most effective ways to restore a pet’s mobility after a cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) tear. With an experienced surgical team and careful at-home care, most pets make a full recovery — but the road to healing requires close attention to every step along the way.
Board sets special meeting to address land lease site
At 11 a.m. Monday, a Special Call meeting will be held at City Hall so Shawnee City Commissioners can deal with an agenda item they deferred at Monday’s board meeting.
CPN's Chairman Barrett honored as Tribal Leader of the Year
NAFOA (Native American Finance Officers Association) honored Chairman John “Rocky” Barrett as the Tribal Leader of the Year at its 43rd annual conference at the end of April in New Orleans. Each year, NAFOA celebrates those who have had a lasting and positive impact on tribal economies, with the Tribal Leader of the Year award considered the highest honor for elected leaders.