Oklahoma Baptist University Oklahoma Baptist University’s Division of Art and Design adjunct Greta Lyn Baxter will open the semester with her art show, “Rock Compositions:… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Oklahoma Baptist University About 300 Oklahoma Baptist University students, including freshmen, transfers and upperclassmen, as well as OBU employees, spent Monday morning, Aug. 19, serving… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Shawnee Forward has opened a facade grant program for Pottawatomie County businesses which have damages from the April 2023 tornado. Complete details and applications can be found at https://shawneeforward.com/facade-improvement-grant. For more information, email daniel@shawneeforward.com or call the Shawnee Forward office at (405) 273-6092 with questions.
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Avedis Foundation has awarded Community Market of Pottawatomie County (CMPC) a grant for $167,525 to help the organization continue to combat food insecurity in the area – a battle it has been fighting since 2016.
The annual CPN FireLake Fireflight Balloon Festival drew crowds to Shawnee Aug. 9-10 for a variety of activities, food, fun and, of course, hot-air balloons.
It’s not at all unusual for nonprofits to introduce out-of-the-box methods for fundraising. The trend of locals taking the stage in the name of entertainment – such as singing or dancing competitions -- have proven to be an effective way to get residents to open their wallets for charity.
SSC At the Fall 2024 Employee In-Service held at Seminole State College on Aug. 14, six employees were recognized for their outstanding contributions during the… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Shawnee Public Schools educators were among those attending the Avedis Foundation's Celebrate Educators event Wednesday at FireLake Arena. Teachers enjoyed a talk from Dr. Adolph Brown. His inspiring message resonated for teachers as they head into a new school year and area ready to make a lasting impact on students' lives.