Oklahoma Baptist shuts out Southeastern in series finale
DURANT - Oklahoma Baptist rode a dominant pitching performance from Jaycee Shaffer to a 4-0 victory over Southeastern Oklahoma State on Sunday.
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Senator Green's bill prohibiting biosolids as fertilizer passes Senate unanimously
OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Grant Green, R-Wellston, successfully advanced a statewide ban on the use of sewage sludge and biosolid materials as fertilizer through the state Senate this past week.
Shawnee girls win three tennis duals, two by tiebreakers
The Shawnee High School girls’ tennis squad captured three duals last Tuesday, defeating Claremore 3-1 and winning by tiebreakers over Elgin and Classen SAS after the meetings played out to a 2-2 draw in an East/West Quad.
Wolves' soccer squad settles for second in Rose Rock Tourney
NOBLE - With every shot that sailed just high, a little wide or was saved by the Bethany goal keeper, it seemed as if Shawnee was getting closer and closer to breaking through with the goal that would win the Noble Rose Rock Classic Championship. But the Wolves could never find the net.
Multi-County Grand Jury indicts two for Pottawatomie County marijuana burglary
OKLAHOMA CITY -- The Multi-County Grand Jury has indicted two men for burglarizing the CannaBrother Farm medical marijuana grow facility last September in Shawnee. Zion Isaiah Edwards, 21, and Emmanuel Leon Turner, 19, face multiple felony counts for breaking into the facility and stealing packages of processed marijuana.
Senate passes wind turbine setback that prioritizes property owner rights
OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Senate on Thursday passed a key energy bill from Sen. Grant Green, R-Wellston, that would establish the state’s first residential property setbacks for wind turbines.
Friday Slow-Pitch Softball Roundup
Lady Savages knock off Yukon, shut out Davenport OKLAHOMA CITY – The Tecumseh Lady Savages cruised to three victories Friday in the Devon Spring Showdown. Tecumseh upended Yukon 9-4, shut out Davenport 8-0 and downed Mountain View-Gotebo 6-2.
TSET launches historic grant opportunity to transform health
OKLAHOMA CITY – In honor of its 25th anniversary, the Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust (TSET) is launching TSET Legacy Grants, a historic funding opportunity aimed at addressing Oklahoma’s leading causes of death: cancer and cardiovascular disease. Opening April 15, this initiative will support large-scale, multiyear projects aimed at preventing disease and enhancing quality of life, particularly in rural and underserved communities by strengthening health and improving access to healthcare.
Saturday Baseball Roundup
Chickasha shuts out Shawnee 12-0 CHICKASHA – Shawnee was held to one hit as Chickasha piled up 11 in claiming a 12-0 shutout of the Wolves Saturday. Case Childers (1-for-1) had the lone Shawnee hit.
Shawnee Middle School Theatre presents Annie Jr. at Shawnee High School PAAC
Shawnee Middle School Theatre is excited to present the classic musical Annie Jr.! This family-friendly production will be performed at the Shawnee High School Performing Arts and Auditorium Center (PAAC), showcasing the talent and hard work of Shawnee’s young performers. The performances are scheduled for Friday, April 4 at 7 p.m., and Saturday, April 5th at 2 p.m.