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MaKenzie Sullivan is a new member of American Angus Association
MaKenzie Sullivan, Tecumseh, Oklahoma, is a new junior member of the American Angus Association®, reports Mark McCully, CEO of the national organization with headquarters in Saint Joseph, Missouri.
Oklahoma Baptist University presents top employee honors during convocation
Oklahoma Baptist University presented its highest employee awards during Convocation chapel on Aug. 27, 2025, at the Recreation and Wellness Center on the OBU campus in Shawnee.
Barkhimer to continue as assistant city manager
With the recent appointment of Mark Simpson as Shawnee’s new city manager, through a city press release it has been confirmed that Seth Barkhimer will also drop the “interim” from his title and serve as the assistant city manager; Barkhimer will continue his duties as director of engineering. “I look forward to serving in this expanded role and building on the progress we’ve made,” Barkhimer said.
August brings early summer exit
August 2025 pulled a fast one on Oklahoma. Instead of the typical late-summer swelter, the month ended with a taste of fall as two powerful cold fronts shoved aside the heat.
ReStore to shut down Sept. 13
Time is running out for those hoping to make purchases at Shawnee’s ReStore, at Shawnee Mall, 4901 N. Kickapoo.
Pottawatomie County Free Fair underway
The 2025 Pottawatomie County Free Fair is underway at the Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center from through Saturday, Sept. 6.
After 43 years, Ken's Pizza closes Chandler location
Ken's Pizza, a staple in Chandler for 43 years, served up its last pizzas at the Chandler location Sunday night after announcing on social media that the restaurant would be shutting down permanently effective Sept. 1.
OBU professor to conduct at Carnegie Hall, accompanied by students
Dr. Joshua Chism, Oklahoma Baptist University associate professor of music and director of choral activities, will conduct a performance at Carnegie Hall on May 25, 2026, featuring OBU students.
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