Scouts honor the flag with retirement ceremony in McLoud
Local Scouts gathered last week at the American Legion of McLoud to conduct a flag retirement ceremony, paying tribute to the symbol of our nation with dignity and respect.
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The Salvation Army to host 'Stuff the Bus'
Shawnee volunteers and community members are donating school supplies for local children in need as Salvation Army-Shawnee hosts its "Stuff the Bus" event Friday.
Pet Talk: Taking stock for disasters, developing a large animal preparedness plan
When a disaster is on the horizon, timely evacuation can become that much more challenging for owners whose horses and livestock can’t simply squeeze into the backseat. These animals often depend entirely on their owners to shield them from the elements within their pasture, so having a proper plan in place is vital for their safety.
Balloon Fest fun
The FireLake Fireflight Balloon Festival was held Friday and Saturday in Shawnee.
Seminole's town square for education, dialogue and growth
Growing up in Seminole County, my family ran a small grocery store. It wasn’t just a place for buying essentials — it was a hub of community life.
Everyday Home: Is your phone a sleep stealer?
Your sleep habits can have a lasting effect on your overall health. Simply tweaking a few of your tech device habits can help upgrade your sleep hygiene for a better night’s rest.
Humane Society granted custody of dogs in Stroud case; 408 charges filed
Last month, longtime pet store and facility Add Love Pets, LLC, in Stroud, was shut down in a multi-agency effort and investigation as hundreds of dogs were rescued by the Humane Society of Tulsa. In the past month, a massive rehabilitation effort has been ongoing to care for the Maltese dogs.
Avedis Foundation welcomes new board member
SHAWNEE - Avedis Foundation is pleased to welcome Lynann Sterk-Brooks to its board of directors.
Election: Polls open today for Mid-America Special Proposition
Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
VFW seeks applicants in patriotism competitions
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) has announced the opening of applications for its 2025-26 Patriot's Pen and Voice of Democracy Post 1317 competition. Deadline for application submissions is Oct. 31.