Cleveland, McClain, and Pottawatomie Counties, OK — Pioneer Library System (PLS) is inviting community members to read, make, and explore STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) this Fall. STEAM education plays a critical role in developing problem-solving abilities, collaboration, creativity, and emotional well-being.
Early voting begins Thursday October 9, 2025 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.
Shawnee-area Master Gardener Becky Emerson Carlberg shares that Monarchs are leaving and going south right now. "Seems the butterflies are again taking a more western track as many reports are coming from Oklahoma City area," she said, adding she saw one earlier this week before it dived into a tree to rest.
The Kickapoo South road construction project hit a snag Wednesday morning when crews hit a waterline in the area of Kickapoo and Dill Streets.
The Shawnee Fire Department Clowns, as part of Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 5-11), will present a free evening clown show and performance at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, at the Municipal Auditorium, 401 N. Bell.
During Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 5-11), the American Red Cross of South Central and Southeast Oklahoma reminds everyone of the dangers of home fires, which claim seven lives every day in the U.S.
The Kickapoo South project is now preparing for the widening of the corridor from Kickapoo Spur to Farrall. The street will expand to a four-lane to Main Street, and from there it will become a three-lane street to Farrall.
The city of Shawnee shared congratulations to Cpl. Shawn Parsons on his retirement after 25 years of service with the Shawnee Police Department.
Shawnee High School proudly recognized its newest Academic Letter Jacket recipients during the school pep rally on Friday, October 3. These students represent the top 5% GPA of their graduating class, highlighting their academic excellence and determination.
Scholarships are often about so much more than money. For example, the C.W.