ALVA – Oklahoma Baptist University secured a hard-fought 98-87 victory over Northwestern Oklahoma State on Saturday at Percefull Fieldhouse. A dominant second half fueled the Bison’s win, with standout performances from Terry Coner Jr.
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Jones Theatre Listings for the week beginning Friday, Feb. 21, at the Cinema Centre 8 at 3031 N. Harrison. There are daily matinees.
Shawnee Baseball proudly welcomed four new members into its Hall of Fame during the annual banquet held on Thursday, February 13, at Gordon Cooper Technology Center. The event brought together over 100 attendees to celebrate the rich history and accomplishments of Shawnee baseball while honoring the newest inductees: Dwight Atchley, David Porter, Jim Robertson, and Larry James.
BETHEL ACRES – Darius Cheatham scored 15 of his 18 points in the third quarter last Friday as the Bethel Wildcats pulled away for a 61-39 victory over Davis to celebrate Senior Night.
Shawnee High School honored its senior basketball players on Friday, February 14, during a special Senior Night celebration. The event recognized the dedication and achievements of eight seniors from the Lady Wolves and Wolves basketball teams.
The 60th Legislature is already in its third week, and progress is well underway. Recently, the Oklahoma Board of Equalization (BOE) certified that the Legislature will have the authority to appropriate up to $12.3 billion toward the Fiscal Year 2026 state budget.
OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Dell Kerbs, R-Shawnee, reaffirmed his commitment to finding balanced solutions for all Oklahomans and released the following statement Tuesday after withdrawing House Bill 1755.
TECUMSEH – Aveon Stokes fired in 23 points while sinking five 3-point shots Friday as the Tecumseh Savages hammered the Harrah Panthers 80-60 to close out the 2024-25 regular season.