Oklahoma Baptist University Oklahoma Baptist University celebrated the arrival of new and returning students on Saturday, Aug. 17, during the University’s annual Move-In Day. The… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
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OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond’s Organized Crime Task Force recently seized and eradicated more than 9,000 marijuana plants and 456 pounds of unlawful marijuana in Seminole.
Early voting for the Aug. 27 election begins Thursday, Aug. 22 for voters in Pottawatomie County. Voters who will not be able to make it to the polls on Election Day have the option of voting early at their County Election Board.
Seminole State College hosted its annual in-service event for all full-time employees on Wednesday in preparation for the fall semester, beginning Aug. 19. This year’s theme was “Building Brighter Futures.” Employees wore sunglasses in the group photo to celebrate the theme.
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A dedicated Shawnee volunteer with nearly 13,000 volunteer hours logged with Central Oklahoma Action Agency in Shawnee is being recognized with a national award later this month.
Through a 0.495-cent Pottawatomie County sales tax increase for schools, backed by voters in November of 2015 and set to continue until June 30, 2026 -- schools have been collecting funds for several years.
Pottawatomie County Commissioners have named Aaron Scott as the new director of Pottawatomie County Emergency Management, effective Sept. 1. Scott previously held the position of Local Emergency Response Coordinator for District 6 of the Oklahoma State Department of Health.
Students attending Shawnee Public Schools returned for a new school year on Thursday. As students and teachers get settled in with their new schedules and routines, the district is offering information on bond improvements and other school improvement projects, and the availability for students to have both breakfast and lunch at school.