Candidate filing for municipal offices set Feb. 3-5
Candidates interested in filing for municipal office in six Pottawatomie County municipalities will file Declarations of Candidacy beginning 8 a.m. Feb. 3.
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City offers update on Fairview Mausoleum
The City of Shawnee is making continued progress in its efforts surrounding the Fairview Mausoleum.
Editorial cartoons
Editorial cartoons
Green and Gold Gala comes to Bison Hill April 1
Oklahoma Baptist University’s 10th Green and Gold Gala is more than a celebration—it’s a moment to witness transformation. On Tuesday, April 1, 2025, alumni, friends, and supporters will gather on OBU’s campus to hear from world-renowned leadership expert John C.
Area basketball roundup
Chambers, Forsythe ignite Dale boys over Latta
Movie listings
Jones Theatre announces listings for the week beginning Jan. 31.
Assistant city manager appointed to interim position
On Tuesday afternoon, the Shawnee City Commission gathered for a Special Call meeting, going into executive session to consider the employment of an interim city manager while the board seeks a replacement for the post after the abrupt resignation of Andrea Weckmueller-Behringer last week. After two and a half hours behind closed doors, Ward 1 Shawnee City Commissioner Daniel Matthews made a motion to appoint Assistant City Manager Mark Simpson to the role of interim, as well as authorizing the city attorney to set up a contract according to the terms that had been discussed.
Pet Talk: Understanding PPID in horses
As the seasons change, so do horses’ coats to help them stay warm in winter and cool in summer. But occasionally, horses can be late to shed their thick winter coats.
Letter to the editor
SB823 could correct inequity
Lady Wolves, Wolves win final home wrestling duals
The Shawnee Wolves and Lady Wolves hosted their final home duals of the 2024-25 season Tuesday night at the Fieldhouse on Union Street and came away with victories. The Shawnee girls scored a 39-29 dual win over Harrah while the Shawnee boys came out on top 46-26 over Midwest City as SHS celebrated Senior Night.