Editorial cartoons
Editorial cartoons
"Kim (The Shawnee News-Star)"
Pott. County sales tax collections down slightly from last year
Pottawatomie County sales tax collections in April show a more than $38K increase in numbers compared to March but reports a $6,700 decrease when compared to last year’s April figures.
McLoud gets district slow-pitch playoff sweep
McLoud hosted one of the toughest 5A Slow Pitch Districts in the state Tuesday at the Ball Fields at Firelake. The Lady Redskins hosted Lindsay (a fast pitch state qualifier) and Berryhill (who had beaten McLoud earlier in the season) in District Tournament play.
Bill to keep businesses open during pandemics sent to Governor
OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Kevin West, R-Moore, on Monday won passage of legislation that prohibits the governor from closing any business during a pandemic without documented scientific evidence that the nature of the business actually contributes to the spread of the disease.
Shawnee Forward hosts ribbon-cutting ceremonies
Shawnee Forward, alongside local leaders and community members, recently celebrated two ribbon-cutting ceremonies that mark continued growth and investment in Shawnee.
Shawnee Public Schools welcomes Dr. Jason James as new Superintendent
Shawnee, OK – April 22, 2025 — The Shawnee Board of Education is proud to announce the appointmentof Dr. Jason James as the new Superintendent of Shawnee Public Schools. The Board voted unanimouslythis morning to approve his hire, marking a…
Certified Healthy awardees announced for Pottawatomie, Seminole counties
Shawnee Okla. – The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) has announced awardees for Certified Healthy Oklahoma, a public health initiative recognizing organizations that implement best practices and policies that support improved health and wellness. Certified Healthy Oklahoma – a collaborative effort of OSDH, The Oklahoma Academy, Oklahoma Turning Point Council and the State Chamber of Oklahoma – offers certifications in six categories: Business, Campus, Community, Congregation, Early Childhood Program and School.
Game changer: Delta Dental of Oklahoma is giving away free mouthguards
In recognition of National Youth Sports Safety Month, Delta Dental of Oklahoma has free mouthguards available for youth athletes across the state.
Oklahoma Missing Persons Day to be held April 26
Edmond, Oklahoma – The Missing in Oklahoma (MiOK) day will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2025 at The University of Central Oklahoma Forensic Science Institute. Families of missing persons are encouraged to attend.
Photos: Tecumseh, Dale and North Rock Creek Slow Pitch
Photos: Tecumseh, Dale and North Rock Creek Slow Pitch