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SHAWNEE – Oklahoma Gas & Electric Company (OG&E) recently donated electric fans to Shawnee area seniors and families with low income to help residents stay safe and cool during the hot summer months.

Cleveland, McClain, Pottawatomie Counties -–The Pioneer Library System celebrates engaging 100,000 library cardholders this summer; 38% of PLS's customers actively and routinely use their library card, with 75% of the total service area owning a library card.

Is there anything better than fresh from the field corn on the cob? Well, maybe homegrown tomatoes; but today I’m going to talk about corn.

Special to the News-Star With the notorious summer heat creeping back in, horse owners may begin to worry about the sores their equine friends can… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

Carla Smith Horticulture Educator, Pottawatomie County Extension Service When you say it’s a ‘fungus’, what does that mean? Several clients have asked questions recently about… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

For National No Dirty Dishes Day, are some of the American Cleaning Institutes best tips and tricks for cleaning those dishes in a way that saves money, time, water, and energy.

By Becky Emerson Carlberg For The Shawnee News-Star Weekender The temperatures were rising, the humidity was high, the 3-day Tulsa Tough bicycle races had started.… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

Grilling is a convenient way to impart flavor on various foods and enjoy some fresh air and sunshine along the way. Many people work hard to hone their grilling skills, including many of the individuals on Father's Day shopping lists. Grilling is an opportunity for dads to flex their culinary muscles and deliver plenty of flame-licked foods.