Community Touch-A-Truck event set Saturday, April 5 in Shawnee
It’s springtime in Oklahoma, which means it’s almost time for Pottawatomie County’s annual Touch-A-Truck and Beyond event.
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Shawnee Middle School Theatre presents Annie Jr. at Shawnee High School PAAC
Shawnee Middle School Theatre is excited to present the classic musical Annie Jr.! This family-friendly production will be performed at the Shawnee High School Performing Arts and Auditorium Center (PAAC), showcasing the talent and hard work of Shawnee’s young performers. The performances are scheduled for Friday, April 4 at 7 p.m., and Saturday, April 5th at 2 p.m.
South Central Industries presents to SSC Business class
South Central Industries, Inc. CEO Tina Hanna and Chief of Staff Jessica Mathews Nickerson spoke to Seminole State College Assistant Professor Brad Schatzel’s macroeconomics class on March 25.
SSC agriculture professor presents at 4-H meeting
Seminole State College Associate Professor of Agriculture Wendy Rich guides a Seminole County 4-H student through a hands-on livestock demonstration using “Susan the Sow” at the club’s monthly meeting on March 24. The interactive lesson taught participants about wildlife and livestock husbandry.
Oklahoma fishing conditions
Here are some of the latest fishing conditions from the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation.
Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma benefits from campaign
SHAWNEE, Okla. – In 2023, 47.4 million people —1 in 7 Americans — experienced food insecurity, the highest number in a decade. Here in Oklahoma City, food pantries continue to see increased demand as families struggle to afford groceries.
Shawnee Parks and Recreation
Hey there, Shawnee! Have you noticed all the redbud trees blooming around town? Such pretty colors! Did you know that Shawnee is often referred to as “Redbud City?” The historians will have to weigh in on exactly how this moniker came about, but as we see so many redbuds throughout the city it makes sense to me. This photo shows one of the redbud trees in front of the Shawnee Parks and Recreation Department building.
Education news
BATON ROUGE, LA -- Hailey Wallace of Wellston, Oklahoma, was recently elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society, at Oklahoma State University.
McLoud community comes together to evacuate nursing center residents during wildfires
When heavy winds fueled wildfires and fears around the state March 14, the community of McLoud came together to quickly evacuate 54 residents of McLoud Nursing Center when wildfires were near the area.
POGO: Learn how your voice is shaping a healthier Pottawatomie County
Pottawatomie County, Okla. – After hearing from 3,176 community members in the largest Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) survey response in Oklahoma, it's time to take the next step — turning data into action.