"Kim (The Shawnee News-Star)"

"Kim (The Shawnee News-Star)"

  • Joined: June 28, 2023
  • Articles: 6766

Sac and Fox Nation continues 988 Tribal Response Campaign with new PSAs, events and resources

STROUD – The Sac and Fox Nation, in partnership with the Association of American Indian Physicians (AAIP), is continuing its 988 campaign with new public service announcements (PSAs), community event attendance, and additional community-focused resources to further raise awareness about the free and confidential 988 Mental Health Lifeline. The campaign builds on efforts launched in 2023 to normalize seeking mental health support and reduce stigma in Native communities.

November Students of the Month named 

[EDITOR'S NOTE: Two students honored for each month from September to April of the 2024-25 school year are being named as nominees for the Best of Tri-County Area Preps Student of the Year award, which will be announced at the News-Star's Preps gala on June 3.] Emma Hitt and Kaylee Choate have been named The Shawnee News-Star and CPN Students of the Month for November and are now finalists for the Student of the Year award. Hitt is a senior at Shawnee High School and Choate is a senior at Chandler High School.

Celebrate National Library Week with Pioneer Library System April 6–12

Cleveland, McClain, Pottawatomie Counties – What draws people to the library? Everything! From books and digital resources to job assistance and creative programming, libraries are essential to thriving communities.   National Library Week, April 6–12, is a time to celebrate the many ways libraries bring people together, spark imagination, and support lifelong learning.  Pioneer Library System (PLS) invites the community to join the celebration! Whether you're a longtime customer or haven’t visited in a while, now is the perfect time to explore all your library has to offer. Our libraries provide free eBooks and eAudiobooks, movies, TV shows, Wi-Fi, career workshops, Maker services, and more, ensuring that everyone has access to resources that educate, inspire, and connect.  Whatever draws you in, the library has something for everyone.

Shawnee Parks and Recreation

Good morning, Shawnee! April is here and hopefully we will get some nice spring weather. I’m sure things will bounce back and forth between rain, wind, warm, and cool since this is still Oklahoma! Have you been to a park lately? Did you know we have over 30 in Shawnee? There might even be one near you! The spring restrooms hours for KidSpace and Woodland Parks are Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m.