Through a 0.495-cent Pottawatomie County sales tax increase for schools, backed by voters in November of 2015 and set to continue until June 30, 2026 -- schools have been collecting funds for several years.
Annual compensation for mayor, commissioners should be considered
As the legislative session inches closer, I’ve been participating in various forums to hear from constituents and discuss key policy issues the Oklahoma Legislature should prioritize next year. I enjoyed joining new House Speaker Kyle Hilbert and several other state representatives for the Southeast Oklahoma Legislative Tour hosted by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education.
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Oklahoma Baptist University Oklahoma Baptist University conferred degrees upon 78 graduates during Winter Commencement on Dec. 14, 2024, at First Southern Baptist Church, Del City.… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
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By Kent Bush Sports Correspondent Some nights the shots just don’t fall. Shawnee had several open looks that rattled the rim and refused to… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
From Staff Reports BETHEL ACRES – The McLoud Lady Redskins captured the championship of Bethel High School’s First United Bank Classic Saturday night with a… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
OKEMAH – Five Cougars scored in double figures as North Rock Creek pulled away with a massive third quarter to upend the Chandler Lions 79-48 Saturday in the championship game of the Okemah Tournament on Saturday.
Shawnee celebrated a "Griswold Christmas" Friday night, featuring dozens of floats, fireworks and a new generation of reindeer pulling Santa's sleigh.