WorldAtlas.com lists Shawnee in top 10 'best places to call home'
While it’s no surprise to local residents who choose to settle here, it’s nice when the outside world notices the qualities that make Shawnee a great place to live.
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Complimentary expo and training passes available for Shawnee area food service professionals
SHAWNEE — Visit Shawnee, the Department of Tourism for the City of Shawnee, OK, is pleased to announce that, as a board member of the Oklahoma Travel Industry Association (OTIA), they have complimentary passes available for the Oklahoma Restaurant Expo, happening August 28-29, 2025, at the Oklahoma City Convention Center. Full event details are available at ORAExpo.com.
Shawnee Parks and Recreation
Hi there Shawnee! The Shawnee Parks and Recreation Department is excited about upcoming events, and we hope that everyone’s school year kicks off smoothly! We especially want to express our appreciation to the teachers and administrators who will be leading our school kids in a great new year! Thank you for all you do! There’s still time to join us at the free family-friendly Back-to-School Bash at Woodland Veterans Park on Saturday, August 9, from 6-8 p.m. You will find games, snacks, and music, with something for every age.
The One Big Beautiful Bill is a major victory for small businesses
The One Big Beautiful Bill is more than legislation, it’s a promise to put American workers, American families, and American small businesses first. It delivers real tax relief, reins in Washington’s overreach, rewards hard work and brings small businesses back to the center of America’s success story.
Balloon Festival continues Saturday
Citizen Potawatomi Nation (CPN) is hosting its eighth annual FireLake Fireflight Balloon Fest. The free event offers activities for the entire family to enjoy, including hot air balloon rides, DockDogs competition, kid-friendly activities, live country music and a market with nearly 100 vendors.
Oklahoma fishing report
These are some of the fishing conditions around the state as reported by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation.
SPS implements district-wide event policy for 2025-2026
Shawnee Public Schools has announced an update to its event safety policy, effective immediately for the 2025-2026 school year. The policy applies to all Shawnee Public Schools events, regardless of location or grade level, including athletic competitions, fine arts performances, assemblies, and other activities across the district, from elementary to high school.
Weekly update: New laws on controlled substances and finance
Continuing our discussion of new laws passed during the 2025 legislative session and what they mean for you and your community, this week I’m focusing on measures related to the health and safety of controlled substances. I’ll also cover recent changes to Oklahoma’s banking and financial systems.
Gardens of the Cross Timbers: Bland, Boring and Dull
Nothing bland, dull or boring about our weather. The summer has kept everyone on their toes from unseasonably hot to autumn temps.
Bison picked 11th in GAC Preseason Football Poll
RUSSELLVILLE, Ark. – The Great American Conference (GAC) released its 2025 preseason football poll on Tuesday and Oklahoma Baptist was slotted in 11th place.