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Local nonprofit, Shawnee Bridges, announces new interim executive director, three new board members

Shawnee Bridges Out of Poverty welcomes a new interim executive director and three new board members as the nonprofit continues to focus on providing programs dedicated to breaking the cycles of generational poverty. The new interim executive director, Emily Rothrock, joined Shawnee Bridges in November.

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Full of Grace Ranch brings barrel racing to Expo Center Dec. 6-8

SHAWNEE – Get ready for a weekend packed with adrenaline, grit, and big wins as Full of Grace Ranch hosts its final barrel racing event of 2024 at the Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center from December 6-8. Founded and led by passionate barrel racer Kassady Wright, this premier event promises thrilling competition and generous payouts, with over $6,000 added to the weekend purse.

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United Way partners with Dolly Parton project

United Way of Eastern Frontier Country (UWEFC) has announced its new affiliation with Dolly Parton's Imagination Library for children under the age of 5 in Seminole, Wewoka, Holdenville, Wetumka, Davenport, and other rural communities within the UWEFC service area. Families can now register to receive a high-quality, age-appropriate book mailed to their children monthly at no cost to the family.

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Movie listings

Jones Theatres Cinema Centre 8 is open daily for matinees. NOW SHOWING AT CINEMA CENTRE 8: “Y2K”: Two high school nobodies make the decision to… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

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